Sailing Lesson Experiences

My wife bought me this sailing experience for my birthday last year and I could't wait for it to become warmer so I could book it! We met Russ and Andy at The Haven Bar & Restaurant where we enjoyed a hot cup of coffee and discussed the itinerary for the day. We then walked down to the yacht and were given a tour! I was surprised at how cosy and accommodating the bedroom quarters were. After filling in a short health and safety form we were offered trousers, a jacket and a hat to keep us warm! Then we set sail from Lymington. The windy day was great for sailing and now wrapped up warm we couldn't wait to get stuck in at the helm. Russ and Andy had a great sense of humour and made us feel completely comfortable. A great purchase by the wife and an experience we hope to repeat!

The sailing back in August was particularly enjoyable due to the stiff wind when selling across to the Isle of Wight. In all candour, if the wind had been light, due to the lack of chemistry with the other participants (on the day), it could have been somewhat more dull. I.e. personally speaking as an experienced dinghy sailor and one who aspires to do far more bigger boat sailing, my desire would be for some more full on action is a member of crew. E.g. it might be that you provide levels 1 to 3, where one is a gentle sail across to the Isle of Wight and back, where three is a more full on engaged experience. I have been twice now and have enjoyed both occasions; your attention to detail and safety is very good along with the opportunity to helm. If however, you do a weekend cruise, where there was an opportunity to get to grips as navigation as a precursor to the Day Skipper qualification, I would find that really useful. That said, I appreciate that you have to accommodate all sorts, and I am only one of many.