People new to yachting often are, quite rightly, a little nervous about setting out on a passage and leaving sight of the shore.
They may have already invested in a boat of their own or wish to gain experience prior to investing a lot of time and money in a vessel of their own.
Will the theory skills they may already know or have yet to learn be adequate for a safe journey?

Sailing with a skilled RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, Cruising Instructor and Shorebased Instructor can give that peace of mind.
Practice the art with qualified support all the way. After a couple of voyages many people gain the confidence to venture further afield or take the plunge and buy a boat of their own.
Either way it is nice to ‘have a go’ before committing oneself to yacht ownership or other expense.

Similarly RYA students have to reach certain qualifying mileages before higher level RYA courses, for example:-

Estuary Sailing are happy to allow people to practice their skills, build up mileages and develop confidence whilst discussing/learning theory as they go.

RYA students can often get a discount as ‘part of the crew’ and build miles!!

Please don’t hesitate to discuss your needs, from a 4 hour general practice or specialist practice session to >60 mile or over passages.

Every effort will be made to help where possible.