Seafarer Training – Sailing School UK is a reputable sailing school located in Southampton, offering a comprehensive range of RYA (Royal Yachting Association) courses. The school caters to individuals of all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced sailors looking to enhance their knowledge and skills.
The training centre is well-equipped to deliver a variety of courses, including the highly popular Competent Crew and Day Skipper courses, as well as more advanced training for those seeking Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore certifications. The school understands the importance of practical experience and offers tidal practise weekends as well as mile-building trips to various destinations such as the west country, Channel Islands, and France.
For those who may feel nervous or require a refresher before embarking on their upcoming sailing holiday, Seafarer Training – Sailing School UK also offers bespoke weekend courses. These courses are designed to brush off any cobwebs and get participants back into the swing of things.
The school strongly believes that the Solent region serves as an ideal starting point for sailing training. It boasts good accessibility from various parts of the country and its protected waters allow for sailing in most weather conditions. Additionally, the Solent offers a wide range of destinations to explore, including the Isle of Wight, Poole, Weymouth, Chichester, and Portsmouth Harbour. Many of the school's training trips also venture across the channel to France and the Channel Islands, providing an enriching and diverse experience for students.
One of the distinguishing factors of Seafarer Training – Sailing School UK is their commitment to maintaining a low student to instructor ratio. Most of their courses run with only 3 or 4 students to 1 instructor, ensuring personalised attention and the ability to focus on the specific needs and skills of each individual.
The school offers a variety of RYA courses, with prices starting from 575 per person for a 5-day course. Their most popular courses include Competent Crew, Day Skipper, and ICC Assessment. Additionally, Seafarer Training – Sailing School UK also offers specialised courses tailored to specific needs and requirements.
The course availability is displayed on their website, with options for both 5-day courses and weekend courses. The school also offers discount options, such as a 10% multiple course discount when booking 2 or more courses at the same time.
When participating in a course at Seafarer Training – Sailing School UK, students can expect friendly, fun, and safe instruction from highly qualified RYA instructors. The costs of operating the yacht, fuel, water, and gas are included, along with provisions for full board, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, water, tea, and coffee. Safety equipment and wet weather gear (excluding footwear) are also provided. Upon completion of the course, participants will receive course completion certification.
There are some additional fees to consider, such as mooring fees outside the home port, which are approximately 40 per person per 5-day course and payable locally. However, the school offers a single saloon berth option that includes a discount of 50 off the per person price for 5-day trips and 25 for weekend trips.
Seafarer Training – Sailing School UK aims to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience, equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to confidently navigate the seafaring world.