Want to know what to expect on our RYA Competent Crew course?
Watch highlights from our RYA Competent Crew course, where you'll learn the essentials of sailing from scratch. Whether you're completely new to sailing or looking to build your skills.
📹 youtu.be/QkcCC5GHN8k?si=U4hC… – at Southampton, England
Ever had your engine cut out when you’re miles from shore?
It’s not the kind of adventure you want. But with our RYA Diesel Engine course, you’ll have the confidence to handle engine hiccups and keep your sailing plans on track.
🗓️ 8 Dec
📍 Southampton
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We have availability on our LAST RYA Competent Crew/Day Skipper course of 2024!
With the weather looking good for next week, why not join us to soak in some sea air, learn new skills before the new year!
📅 2-6 Dec
CC - firstclasssailing.com/rya-co…
DS - firstclasssailing.com/rya-co…
Do you and your friends wish you could meet up more?
Why not hire a yacht (an instructor, food on-board, and the use of our wet weather gear is all included!) It could be a course or weekend trip - just let us know what you'd like to do.
End the year on a high with your buds!
We've got two exciting Sail to Weymouth Weekends this year, so why not hop aboard and join us!
It's a FANTASTIC way build miles, and maybe skipper a passage (both great if you intend to go for your Yachtmaster too).
🗓 30 Nov - 1 Dec
or
🗓 7 - 8 Dec
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❄️ Are you looking to winterise your boat?
Come on our RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance course and we'll show you how to maintain and find faults on this hands-on course, and be ready to rock and roll next sailing season!
🗓 Sunday 17 Nov
📍 Southampton
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First Class Sailing⚓ retweeted
Two Vendée racing yachts off the coast of La Coruña⛵️~
looking a bit blustery out there! Sailing strong and handling the conditions well—stay safe out on those waves!🌊🐬
#vendeeglobe2024 #OceanRace
The boats of @CharlieDalin (@ImocaMacif) and @YannickBestaven (Maître Coq) have crossed paths with an Irish cargo ship off La Coruña 🚀.
📷Arklow Rover
What are you up to next week?
Any annual leave to use up?
We have a last minute availability - RYA Day Skipper Theory!
📅 18 - 22 November
📍 Southampton
💳 £370
info - firstclasssailing.com/rya-co…
Join us for a hands-on Boat Handling Weekend!
Whether you’re aiming to feel more confident at the helm or fine-tune your skills for real-world scenarios, this weekend is all about building practical experience.
🗓 30 November - 1 December
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😎 Doesn't this look fun?!
This could be you on our yacht Fusion, doing our 7-day Channel Triangle trip!
We have last minute availability on this great mile-building sailing experience.
🗓 16 - 22 November
firstclasssailing.com/sailin… – at Southampton, England
We’re excited to offer a limited number of Arthur Briscoe’s prints from his etchings, from the British Museum collection!
📏29.5 x 21cm
💷£50 each
1. The Trawler
2. Snugging Down
3. Hauling the Net Aboard
Email [email protected] to secure yours before they sail away! – at Southampton, England
Get ready for your RYA Day Skipper Practical, by doing your Day Skipper Theory first!
The RYA Day Skipper Theory is perfect for anyone with little to no navigation experience, whether you've sailed before or not.
📅 18 - 22 November
📍 Southampton
firstclasssailing.com/rya-co… – at Southampton, England
A huge thank you to our amazing customers for continuing to share your experiences with us!
Your support has helped us keep our @Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award.
We love being part of your sailing journeys & appreciate every one of your kind words! – at Southampton, England
RYA Day Skipper
🗓 4-8 November (32ft yacht - great whole boat booking for a couple)
or
🗓 6-10 November (3 students & 1 instructor)
👇
firstclasssailing.com/rya-co… – at Southampton, England
Join us on our next courses!
RYA Competent Crew
🗓 4-8 November (32ft yacht - great whole boat booking for a couple)
or
🗓 6-10 November (3 students & 1 instructor)
👇
firstclasssailing.com/rya-co… – at Southampton, England
👋 Our latest crew photo was sent in by Greg, who completed his Day Skipper alongside his friend Chris (Instructor Craig in the middle).
If you're not quite sure whether you're ready for Day Skipper, watch our Competent Crew video - youtu.be/QkcCC5GHN8k?si=1tTf… – at Southampton, England
First Class Sailing⚓ retweeted
[Skippers' words]
"Having fun and listening to myself helps me perform better" 💬
Discover @IsabelleJoschke's interview ▸ urlz.fr/sP3U
📣Availability!
Our RYA Yachtmaster Theory course covers everything you need to know about tidal calculations, passage planning, chart work, and meteorology. It’s perfect for understanding the ‘why’ behind the decisions.
🗓 4-9 Nov
📍Southampton
firstclasssailing.com/rya-co… – at Southampton, England
🌧️🌬️Heavy Weather Sailing Weekend
This is a brilliant opportunity to get safe training in heavy weather sailing techniques, for inshore sailors who are looking to extend their offshore and rough weather sailing knowledge.
🗓️9/10 November
firstclasssailing.com/weeken… – at Southampton, England
🌊 It’s Friday, and the weekend’s just around the corner!
How are you feeling? Ready to unplug, take a break, or try something new?
At First Class Sailing, we get it. Sometimes, all you need is a change of scenery and a fresh challenge.
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