First Class Sailing

⛵ A brilliant weekend on the water for this family crew

Sunshine, a lively breeze and plenty going on across the Solent — the perfect mix for learning, laughing and getting stuck in.

They finished the weekend with their Start Yachting qualification and a whole lot of confidence for future adventures.

If you’ve been thinking about getting your family on the water, our weekend courses are a great place to begin.

If you don't see what you're looking for online call our friendly team in the office for a bespoke weekend.

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⛵ Looking to become a Yachtmaster?

If you’re aiming for Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore, the Yachtmaster Theory Course is where your navigation skills really sharpen. This is advanced chartwork, tidal heights and streams, secondary ports, weather systems, passage planning and COLREGs — taught in a clear, practical way that makes complex topics feel manageable.

It’s a challenging course, but a hugely rewarding one. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding of how to make safe, confident decisions on the water, especially when conditions get lively.

Ideal for Day Skippers ready to step up, returning sailors wanting to refresh their knowledge, and anyone preparing for big‑mile adventures.

https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/yachtmaster-theory-course

⛵🌊 Challenger 72 — built for the kind of adventures most sailors only talk about.

These boats have crossed oceans, taken on Biscay, battled North Atlantic weather systems and carried crews safely through some of the toughest miles you can sail.

Strong, stable and designed for serious offshore work, a Challenger 72 feels solid under your feet in a way few yachts do.

Whether it’s Biscay, the ARC, an Atlantic return or another big‑mile passage, stepping aboard a Challenger 72 means you’re part of something bigger — proper seamanship, proper adventure and a boat that’s happiest when the horizon is a long way off.

Join us for your next adventure on one of our Challenger trips.

See the website or the call the office for details.

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⛵🌊 A proper adventure — and a brilliant way to build miles.

Our Channel Triangle Mile‑Builder is a 5‑ or 7‑day trip that gives you everything sailors crave: long passages, night hours, tidal decisions, new coastlines and the wind in your hair.

You’ll sail from the Solent to the Channel Islands and across to the French coast before returning home — three very different sailing grounds, one cracking trip. It’s hands‑on, confidence‑boosting and ideal for anyone working towards Day Skipper, Yachtmaster or simply wanting to stretch themselves beyond local Solent sailing.

Friendly crew, experienced instructors and a fun adventure close to home.

Trip details and booking:

https://www.firstclasssailing.com/mile-builder/channel-triangle-mile-building-sail

⛵ The complete Day Skipper package — theory + practical, all in one go.

If you want to fast‑track your confidence on the water, our Day Skipper Theory & Practical Combined Course is the most efficient way to get there. You’ll spend focused days in the classroom learning chartwork, tides, pilotage, weather and passage planning — then head straight out onto the water to put it all into practice.

It’s structured, friendly, and ideal for anyone who wants to come away genuinely ready to take the helm. No gaps, no waiting between courses — just a clear, supported path from “learning the basics” to “I can skipper this.”

Book online now or call the friendly team in the office if you have any questions.

https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/RYA-day-skipper-theory-and-practical-combined

B📻⛵ Know what to say — and how to say it.

Clear, calm radio communication is a core part of good seamanship, and the RYA VHF Radio (SRC) Course teaches you exactly how to use your set properly — including DSC, distress calls, routine messages, and the right way to talk to the Coastguard.

It’s a one‑day course that gives you real confidence in the moments that matter, whether you’re calling for a berth, checking in with a marina, or dealing with an emergency.

If you sail regularly, this qualification is essential.

Book on line today:

https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/vhf-radio-course

⛵ Ready to start sailing — or step up to skipper?

Whether you’re brand new to life on the water or you’re ready to take charge, our Competent Crew and Day Skipper Practical courses give you the skills and confidence to really enjoy your time afloat.

Competent Crew is your gateway into sailing: living aboard, learning the ropes, helming, handling sails, and becoming a useful, capable member of the crew.

Day Skipper Practical takes you to the next level: planning passages, making decisions, handling the boat under sail and power, and becoming the person everyone trusts at the helm.

Both courses run regularly throughout the season — friendly instructors, proper hands‑on learning, and a brilliant atmosphere onboard.

Choose our weekend course - max sailing, min time off work

Course details:
https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/competent-crew
https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/day-skipper-practical

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📘⛵ Day Skipper - Learn the Theory

If you’re aiming for Day Skipper Practical this season — or you simply want to understand what’s happening on the chart table — our Day Skipper Theory Course in Southampton (23-27 July or 24–28 August) is essential to give you the knowledge required.

Across five focused classroom days, you’ll get to grips with chartwork, tides, pilotage, weather, COLREGs, and real‑world passage planning. It’s practical, friendly, and taught by instructors who make the “mysterious bits” feel straightforward.

Ideal for new skippers, returning sailors and anyone who wants to make better decisions on the water.

Book online now

Course details:
https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/day-skipper-theory-course