Sailing and Yachting

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Enjoy a great day learning to sail.

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Whether you are a first time sailor who has always wanted to venture onto the open seas or if you just want to brush up your sailings skills this full day sailing experience is perfect. Your skipper will introduce you to the basics and then you will sail for the rest of the day taking turns behind the wheel with the other participants. This is a great way to enjoy this wonderful sport, on the safe waters of the Solent. Location: Departs Hamble, Hampshire (South)

Whether you are a first time sailor who has always wanted to venture onto the open seas or if you just want to brush up your sailing skills this full day sailing experience is perfect. Your skipper will introduce you to the basics and then you will sail for the rest of the day taking turns behind the wheel with the other participants. This is a great way to enjoy this wonderful sport, on the safe waters of the Solent. Location: Departs Hamble, Hampshire (South)

If you have always wanted to experience the magic of yachting this is the experience for you! Your skipper will introduce you to the basics and then you will sail for the rest of the morning taking turns behind the wheel with the other participants. This is a great way to enjoy this wonderful sport, on the safe waters of the Solent. Location: Departs Hamble, Hampshire (South)

If you have always wanted to experience the magic of yachting then this experience is for you! Your skipper will introduce you to the basics and then you will sail for the rest of the morning taking turns behind the wheel with the other participants. This is a great way to enjoy this wonderful sport, on the safe waters of the Solent. Location: Departs Hamble, Hampshire (South)

Launched in 1992 and designed by the world famous Bruce Farr the stunning 60ft’Blueprint’ (formerly’Intrum Justita’) was a successful entrant in the 1992 Whitbread/Volvo Round the World Challenge. She set a new record for the number of miles sailed by a monohull in 24 hours (425). Be part of sailing history as you put this sleek beauty through her paces on the ideal sailing waters of the Solent. Perfect for novices and experienced sailors alike. Location: Hampshire (South East)

Step aboard and taste the adventure of sailing a racing thoroughbred. (Hampshire) Designed for those with little to no previous sailing experience, this action packed day out in the beautiful Solent is perfect for beginners. Everyone on-board becomes fully involved in raising the sails, steering the yacht and working on the foredeck.Throughout the day a professional crew will be on hand to ensure everyone gets the most out of their day. With a choice of vessels, this gift offers the recipient the option to sail on Whitbread 60 Blueprint midweek or Clipper 60 Taeping at weekends.

Designed for those with little to no previous sailing experience, this action packed day out in the beautiful Solent is perfect for beginners. Everyone on-board becomes fully involved in raising the sails, steering the yacht and working on the foredeck.Throughout the day a professional crew will be on hand to ensure everyone gets the most out of their day. With a choice of vessels, this gift offers the recipient the option to sail on Whitbread 60 Blueprint midweek or Clipper 60 Taeping at weekends. Location: Hampshire (South East)

Experience the thrill of sailing a 64ft Ocean Race Yacht. This is your opportunity to get a taste of life aboard Whitbread 60, Blueprint and sample all aspects of sailing the boat, from helming the pedigree 64ft yacht to trimming the giant mainsail. Should you prefer there is plenty of space to just sit back, relax and enjoy being out on the water. Location: Southampton (South)

Splice the main brace, shiver me timbers and other such nautical nonsense... there'll be none of that on this experience, which offers an introduction to sailing in a friendly and informal atmosphere aboard the 34ft yacht Half Nelson. It's great fun - exhilarating and relaxing at the same time, and the best way to experience the beauty and freedom of the open sea. After coffee, biscuits and a safety briefing, your Yachtmaster skipper will introduce you to the basics of sailing and in no time at all you'll be sailing down to the Hamble or Cowes. After a lunch break ashore you'll be back on the water, and if you're feeling energetic you can put theory into practice and take an active part in the afternoon's sailing on the Solent or Southampton Water. If you'd rather, you can just sit back in the cockpit and let the crew do the hard work while you relax and enjoy an afternoon at sea. All refreshments aboard are also included. All in all a very civilised approach to a wonderful pastime.

Splice the main brace, shiver me timbers and other such nautical nonsense... there'll be none of that on this experience, which offers an introduction to sailing in a friendly and informal atmosphere aboard the 34ft yacht Half Nelson. It's great fun - exhilarating and relaxing at the same time, and the best way to experience the beauty and freedom of the open sea. After coffee, biscuits and a safety briefing, your Yachtmaster skipper will introduce you to the basics of sailing and in no time at all you'll be sailing down to the Hamble or Cowes. After a lunch break ashore you'll be back on the water, and if you're feeling energetic you can put theory into practice and take an active part in the afternoon's sailing on the Solent or Southampton Water. If you'd rather, you can just sit back in the cockpit and let the crew do the hard work while you relax and enjoy an afternoon at sea. All refreshments aboard are also included. All in all a very civilised approach to a wonderful pastime.

Splice the main brace, shiver me timbers and other such nautical nonsense... there'll be none of that on this experience, which offers an introduction to sailing in a friendly and informal atmosphere aboard the 34ft yacht Half Nelson. It's great fun - exhilarating and relaxing at the same time, and the best way to experience the beauty and freedom of the open sea. After coffee, biscuits and a safety briefing, your Yachtmaster skipper will introduce you to the basics of sailing and in no time at all you'll be sailing down to the Hamble or Cowes. After a lunch break ashore you'll be back on the water, and if you're feeling energetic you can put theory into practice and take an active part in the afternoon's sailing on the Solent or Southampton Water. If you'd rather, you can just sit back in the cockpit and let the crew do the hard work while you relax and enjoy an afternoon at sea. All refreshments aboard are also included. All in all a very civilised approach to a wonderful pastime.

Fancy yourself as a budding Ellen MacArthur, harnessing natures resources and cutting across the water under the power of the wind? Experience the joy of sailing with a half day or a full day course under the guidance of a qualified instructor learning the skills of sailing a yacht or dinghy. On the full day experience, you'll be taught the points of sail, rules of the waves and the gybe. A great introduction to the fun of sailing.Sailing Discovery:Hands on experience in a dinghy or yachtIssue of safety equipment Training from an experienced instructorAllow approx 3 hours for your visit Experience gift box including smart wallet, personalised voucher, message card and single use cameraPA cover to a value of 50,000 plus cancellation indemnity What happens on the day:When you arrive you will be issued with safety clothing and buoyancy aids etc. There will be a safety briefing and an outline of the course, before heading off in the sailing craft for a demonstration by the instructor and then hands-on sailing. For the full day (Explorer) course, you will generally be given lunch (check before booking) and the afternoon will encompass more practice of the skills you have tried in the morning.Need to know:Minimum age 12, although this varies between centres. You should be a confident swimmer, in reasonable health and agile enough to climb around the vessel. You may be required to complete a health declarationMaximum weight 18 stones (114kgs)Locations:Buckinghamshire - Milton KeynesCornwall - FalmouthLeicestershire - RutlandWales - Penarth

Enjoy a morning or afternoon learning first hand how to sail at our RYA training centre in Brighton.