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Yacht offshore with Firstoffshore Racing, a top sailing school located in Gosport, New Zealand. Whether you're a weekend sailor looking to add a bit more excitement to your sailing experience or an experienced sailor wanting to enhance your skills, Firstoffshore Racing offers the perfect opportunity for you.
One of the main highlights of joining Firstoffshore Racing is the chance to race on their offshore-equipped First 40. 7 yacht. This fast and fun boat provides an excellent platform for sailors to build their skills and experience, while also logging RYA miles. The crew at Firstoffshore Racing is made up of enthusiastic sailors who are passionate about sailing and have a great time while doing it.
Firstoffshore Racing offers a range of racing and training events in 2022, including the RORC Easter Challenge, RORC Cervantes Trophy, RORC De Guingand Bowl, and RORC Myth of Malham. These events provide the perfect opportunity to gain offshore racing experience, learn about watch systems, and accumulate valuable night hours.
The Solent and English Channel are regarded as the best places to learn sailing and racing in Europe, and Firstoffshore Racing takes full advantage of these fantastic sailing areas. With the Solent being a sheltered area that encompasses everything needed for a diverse sailing experience, sailors can truly learn to sail anywhere if they can sail in the Solent.
Firstoffshore Racing also offers individual crew places for those looking to train and race with them. Their training programmes provide a supportive environment for amateur sailors, even those with limited offshore experience, to gain the skills and experience required for offshore racing. The team at Firstoffshore Racing focuses on creating a challenging and adventurous experience while ensuring maximum benefit for their crew members.
The sailing calendar for 2022 includes a variety of events that will take the crew from their base in the Solent to races in Cowes, the English Channel, and even France. Whether you're looking to take your sailing skills to the next level or simply want to enjoy an exciting sailing adventure, Firstoffshore Racing has something for everyone.
The Beneteau First 40. 7 yacht used by Firstoffshore Racing is one of the most successful cruiser racers ever built. It offers excellent comfort below deck, with almost all modern conveniences, ensuring the crew is well taken care of regardless of the weather conditions. The yacht provides the perfect vessel to explore some of the most beautiful sailing areas in the world.
Joining the crew at Firstoffshore Racing means becoming a part of a team that values fun and adventure. If you're looking for an unforgettable offshore racing experience and want to learn from the best, join Firstoffshore Racing and take your sailing skills to new heights.