Endeavour

Endeavour is deeply saddened by the passing of Sir John Swan, a National Hero, visionary leader, passionate advocate for Bermuda, and a true champion of community.​ 💙

From the very beginning, Sir John believed in the power of Endeavour to transform young lives through experiential learning, sailing, and STEAM education. He strongly believed in bringing young people from all backgrounds together and in creating opportunities that inspire confidence, connection, and possibility. ✨

Alongside Sir Russell Coutts, he served as an Honorary Co-Chair of Endeavour, generously lending his leadership, encouragement, and steadfast commitment to our mission. Sir John’s support of Endeavour reflected his lifelong commitment to Bermuda and its people​. He understood that strong communities are built by investing in future generations and creating pathways for young people to discover their potential.​ 🇧🇲

We were honoured to have him join us at the opening of Endeavour’s West Fort facility in Dockyard in 2016. His presence reflected his belief that empowering Bermuda’s youth is one of the most meaningful legacies a community can leave behind. Today, that legacy continues through the thousands of young people throughout Bermuda who benefit from Endeavour’s programmes. 💙

On behalf of our staff, Board of Directors, volunteers, supporters, and the many young people whose lives have been positively impacted by Endeavour, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Sir John’s family and loved ones. 🕊️

We are profoundly grateful for his support and encouragement. We will always remember his warmth, his enduring belief in Bermuda’s potential, and his commitment to helping young people thrive.​ 🙏

Fair winds and following seas, Sir John. 💙

📸 courtesy of Sam Greenfield

At Endeavour, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where young people of all backgrounds, abilities, and skill levels can discover the joy of sailing​ and connect with Bermuda’s unique maritime heritage and marine environment​ through hands-on learning.⛵🧭

Inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. As proud supporters of , we are honoured to empower students on the autism spectrum through our No Limits Sailing Programme, providing meaningful, confidence-building experiences both on and off the water. 💙🧩

​We were overjoyed to share unforgettable experiences and ocean adventures with incredible students and teachers from Paget Primary School, West Pembroke Primary, Dellwood Middle School, Berkeley Institute The Green and Gold, West End Primary Bermuda, and Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy The Friends of Hope Academy. 🤩

From hands-on educational activities to sailing through the beautiful waters of St. George’s Harbour and ​Dockyard, students embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm, curiosity, and courage. 🌟

Watching them step outside their comfort zones, try new things, and grow in confidence was truly inspiring. Their determination​ and resilience remind us that there are no limits to what young people can achieve when given the opportunity to shine.​ 🌊✨

Learn more ​here: https://bernews.com/2026/06/endeavour-offers-inclusive-sailing-programmes/

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated education partners for your unwavering commitment to supporting students' learning, growth, and development. 😍

We are also deeply grateful to our valued donors, including ​Endeavour's founding ​lead partner, Orbis Investments, as well as Arch Capital Group and PwC Bermuda. 🙌

Together, you are helping open doors, expand horizons, and create life-changing opportunities for​ diverse young​ lives across Bermuda. 🇧🇲

What an incredible week of discovery, adventure, and hands-on learning on and off the water! 🎉 🌊

We were thrilled to welcome an amazing group of students and teachers from Somersfield Academy, Bermuda for Endeavour's STEAM Education through Sailing Programme. 🤩

From exploring the science and math behind sailing, including geometry, buoyancy, wind measurement, and weather forecasting, to building confidence and teamwork aboard our Hobie Waves, students embraced every opportunity to learn, challenge themselves, and grow. ⛵ 🌬️ 📐

Their impact extended beyond the classroom and the water as they helped clean up marine debris in St. George's and Dockyard, while exploring ways to help create a more sustainable future. 🧤 ♻️ 🌎

We were inspired by their curiosity, teamwork, and willingness to step outside their comfort zones while embracing new experiences with enthusiasm. 😍

The week concluded with a maritime scavenger hunt at the National Museum of Bermuda where students deepened their appreciation for Bermuda's rich maritime heritage. 🔎⚓

A special thank you to the dedicated chaperones who jumped right into the learning, adventures and fun alongside the students. 👏

Together, we're helping young people develop the confidence, skills, and mindset to navigate their futures and make a positive impact in their communities. 💙

Discover how Endeavour is positively impacting diverse young lives across Bermuda at Endeavour.bm. 🇧🇲

We've had an amazing few weeks with incredible students and teachers from Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning, Chatmore British International School, Bermuda Institute of Seventh-day Adventists, Dellwood Middle School, Warwick Academy, and Whitney Institute Middle School who have joined us for Endeavour's STEAM Education through Sailing Programme 💙

We love seeing students enjoy learning through hands-on experiences exploring sailing geometry and points of sail, buoyancy, wind measurement, and more bringing STEAM concepts to life on the ocean. ⛵ 🌊 🪢

Our time together has been filled with adventure and exploration which has sparked teamwork and camaraderie while strengthening both understanding and connection. 🤩

Beyond science and sailing, students also stepped up as environmental stewards, taking part in beach clean-ups, collecting and analysing thousands of pieces of marine debris, and reflecting on practical ways to live more sustainably. ♻️ 🌍

We wrapped up each week with a fun scavenger hunt at the National Museum of Bermuda discovering more about Bermuda's rich maritime heritage. 🔎 🧭

A sincere thank you to the dedicated teachers whose support and encouragement helped make this experience so meaningful for every student involved. 🙌

Learn more about how Endeavour is making a difference in young lives across Bermuda at Endeavour.bm! 🇧🇲

🌍⚓ Happy International Day for Women in Maritime! ⚓🌍

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who are shaping the future of the maritime industry through leadership, courage, ​passion and determination.​ 🤩

From classroom​s to ​c​oastlines and from sailing vessels to leadership roles, women continue to break barriers, inspire change, and create new opportunities for the next generation. 💙🎉

At Endeavour, we are proud to support and empower girls and young women ​o​f all backgrounds, skills and abilities with education through sailing. 😍

Every young woman who participates in our programmes inspires us with her confidence, resilience, dedication, and drive. 👏 Whether learning new skills, building teamwork, or discovering a lifelong connection to the ocean, you are proving that there are no limits to what you can achieve. 🌟

To the remarkable women on our team, ​along with our volunteers, board members, partners, donors, and supporters​, thank you for helping us create a more inclusive and accessible maritime community for all. 🙌​ Your commitment continues to open doors​, inspire dreams and change ​young lives. 💫

Together, we are building a future where every young person can see themselves represented, empowered, and thriving in maritime​ and beyond. ✨

Visit Endeavour.bm to learn more about how we are positively impacting Bermuda's youth.​ 🇧🇲

Wow! What an unforgettable experience at the Apex Group Ltd Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix! ⛵🔥

We’re still buzzing from the incredible energy, and it was inspiring to see Bermudian youth engaged through hands-on learning and exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunities.💡🌍

Endeavour is proud to partner with SailGP Inspire to create opportunities that inspire, empower, and expand horizons for Bermuda’s youth. 🤝

This year’s impact included:

✨ 300 students from 16 schools joined SailGP Inspire Tech Tours exploring the innovation behind the F50 catamarans 🤩
✨ 15 schools paired with 13 SailGP teams in the Next Gen Challenge, designing and building F50 models using repurposed materials ♻️⚙️
✨ 9 Endeavour alumni gained volunteer experience during the event 😍
✨ 50 Endeavour and Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association (BODA) sailors brought amazing energy as part of the SailGP Hype Crew 🎉
✨ 35 Warwick Academy students joined Endeavour, SailGP athletes, APEX and Bermuda Tourism Authority for a Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB)coastal clean up collecting over 1,600 pieces of marine debris 🌊

Congrats to this year’s Next Gen Challenge winners! The creativity and teamwork on display showcased the incredible talent of Bermuda’s next generation! 👏

🥇 CedarBridge Academy [Red Bull Italy SailGP Team] 🇮🇹
🥈 Sandys Secondary Middle School [Bonds Flying Roos SailGP Team] 🇦🇺
🥉 The Bermuda High School [Mubadala Brazil SailGP Team] 🇧🇷

We were thrilled to partner with BUEI (Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute) and SailGP for a special screening of SailGP’s film Speed 🎬 and an inspiring panel discussion supporting ocean education programmes and youth sailing scholarships. 💙

Thank you to everyone who helped make these opportunities possible! 🙌

Also a big shoutout to the amazing young Bermudians who represented our island with positivity, passion, and pride. You are Bermuda’s future leaders, and we couldn’t be prouder. 🌟

Visit Endeavour.bm to learn more about our work that positively impacts Bermuda’s youth. 🇧🇲

📸 Credit: Nolwenn Pugi Portraiture

Congratulations to all the incredible awardees celebrated at the 2026 The Bermuda College APACE Awards! 🇧🇲🎉

Endeavour was honoured to be part of this inspiring event, celebrating the achievements of so many outstanding individuals, including the remarkable young Bermudians who completed the Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard Programme in partnership with Bermuda College Athora Division of Professional and Career Education. ⛵⚓🌊

We are incredibly proud of our 2026 Springboard Grads and all they have accomplished! Through determination, perseverance, and hard work, these future maritime leaders earned Yachting Association certifications, explored exciting maritime career pathways, and built meaningful industry connections. 🚤⚓🌟

The future is bright, and we cannot wait to see where their journeys take them next. Keep believing in yourselves, navigating toward your goals, and chasing your dreams with confidence. 🌅 🧭

Special shoutout to Derek Ingram Jr. who is the very first No Limits Sailing alumnus to complete the Springboard Programme, an incredible milestone and inspiring achievement! 👏

Heartfelt thanks to our dedicated team for providing hands-on support and mentorship throughout the programme, including our instructors, who are themselves 100% Springboard alumni! Seeing graduates return to inspire and empower the next generation is what makes our work so meaningful. 💙

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Endeavour’s marine partners for inspiring Bermuda’s young people through hands-on experiences and meaningful career conversations that open doors to future opportunities. 🤝

We’re deeply grateful to our valued donors, including lead founding partner Orbis Investments, along with Arch Capital Group, PwC Bermuda, Centennial Bermuda Foundation, and Teekay. Your support makes our work possible and is helping shape the next generation of maritime leaders. 🙌

Visit Endeavour.bm to learn more about Endeavour’s programmes that positively impact young lives across Bermuda. 🇧🇲

At Endeavour, we believe every young person has the power to protect our oceans and inspire change! 🌊💙

We’re proud to share that 70 volunteers came together for a massive coastline cleanup in Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda ahead of The Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix! 👏

THANK YOU to the amazing Y7 students and teachers from Warwick Academy along with our incredible partners from SailGP, Apex Group Ltd, the Bermuda Tourism Authority, and Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB) for mak​ing this cleanup possible. 🙌

Together, we filled ​40+ garbage ​and recycling bags removing 1,615+ pieces of marine debris in just ONE hour while inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards and healthy ocean ambassadors. ♻️🗑️🌍🐢🐟

Special thanks to SailGP team members ​who brought nonstop energy and inspiration​ including Tash Bryant and Tom Needham​ from Bonds Flying Roos SailGP Team 🇦🇺, Pete Cunningham and Carlotta Cichetti​ from Artemis SailGP Team 🇸🇪 ​along with Iona Neilson​, Frankie Bunting, and CJ Perez! 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB) for their partnership, along with fantastic volunteers from Apex and Bermuda Tourism Authority. 💚

This is what positive partnerships, youth empowerment, and community action look like. Together, we are creating waves of positive change. 💙✨

📸 credit: Nolwenn Pugi Portraiture

​Learn more about Endeavour's programmes ​that positively impact diverse young lives across Bermuda​ at Endeavour.bm. 🇧🇲

✨ A once-in-a-lifetime moment we’ll never forget! ✨

In celebration of His Majesty King Charles III's Royal Visit, Endeavour was deeply honoured to be part of this historic occasion. 👑 🎉

Together with our ​team, 35 ​incredible sailors from 14 schools proudly represented Endeavour both on and off the water​. 🌊 ⛵️

His Majesty was welcomed to Dockyard by our ​fleet of Hobies, Fevas, and Zests​ adorned with our signature ​pink sails​. Onshore, our sailors brought learning to life through hands-on STEAM sailing activities​. We're incredibly proud of our alumni who showcased the talent, ​energy, and limitless potential of Bermuda’s youth​. 🤩

Our Executive Director, Jennifer Pitcher, had the great honour of welcoming His Majesty and introducing three ​extraordinary young Bermudians:

💙 Nijanae Pemberton​: Began her sailing journey at nine years old and has grown through every stage of Endeavour’s pathways. Today, she shines a​s a Lead Programme Instructor and Royal Yachting Association Powerboat Instructor​, an inspiring example of commitment and ​achievement. 🌟

💙 Derek Ingram Jr.​: Started his journey in 2017 with our No Limits Sailing Programme​, and has ​since made history as the first ​No Limits alumnus to complete the Maritime Career Springboard Programme. His journey is a powerful story of perseverance and growth.​ 🌟

💙 Cristian Roque​: From Springboard student to Chief Instructor, Cristian’s journey reflects the transformative power of opportunity, mentorship, and hard work.​ 🌟

We were delighted to share this special moment with Board Chair Tom Miller and special guest Dylan Fletcher-Scott, Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team Driver, and his family.​ 😍

Moments like these remind us what’s possible when young people are empowered to learn, grow, and lead.​ 🧭 💫

​Heartfelt thank you to His Excellency Andrew Murdoch, along with his team for this unforgettable experience. 🙌

Discover how Endeavour is shaping brighter futures through experiential education: Endeavour.bm. 🇧🇲

📸 credit: Kim Jackson & Liv Reilly

At Endeavour, we are committed to ensuring that all young people in Bermuda have the opportunity to experience sailing, engage in hands-on STEAM learning, and explore our island’s rich maritime heritage through our programmes. 🇧🇲

We proudly support throughout the year, and especially during April for Month. 💙🧩

Our No Limits Sailing Programme works with students on the autism spectrum from six public schools, combining experiential STEAM learning with ocean adventures. ⛵ 🌊

We are continually inspired by the determination and curiosity of these young people as they step beyond their comfort zones, try new experiences, and build confidence and practical skills along the way. 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to our education partners for your ongoing collaboration and support! 😊 Our work would not be possible without you. 🙌

We also encourage you to learn more about autism and ways to get involved through our partners at Tomorrow's Voices - Bermuda Autism Early Intervention Centre, who provide vital support to young people on the autism spectrum. We are proud to support their fundraiser each year. 🧦🌈 🎉

Let us know in the comments which Endeavour team member is wearing each pair of wacky socks! 👀

Visit Endeavour.bm to learn more about our work that positively impact Bermuda's youth. 🇧🇲✨