Commodore Yachting

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Commodore Yachting is a premier RYA training centre and Solent sailing school based in Gosport, Hampshire, UK, specializing in high-quality RYA sailing courses that equip sailors with essential skills, knowledge, and certifications for safe navigation. As an authorized RYA sea school with over 20 years of expertise, we deliver expert-led, hands-on training to beginners and advanced mariners, estab

lishing our authority through thousands of successful graduates and strict adherence to RYA standards. Our core RYA sailing school offers accredited courses including the RYA Day Skipper (theory and practical formats, covering navigation, seamanship, and pilotage); RYA Competent Crew (foundational techniques, safety, and crew roles).

Ever noticed the sense of calm being near or on the water? 🌅⚓️It turns out it’s not just in your head. Marine biologist...
29/05/2026

Ever noticed the sense of calm being near or on the water? 🌅⚓️

It turns out it’s not just in your head. Marine biologists call it "Blue Mind"—a scientifically proven, mildly meditative state our brains enter when we’re on the water. Research shows that being out on the ocean actively lowers cortisol (the stress hormone) and triggers a release of dopamine and serotonin. When you combine that with the focused attention needed to sail—watching the wind, trimming the sails, steering the course—your brain finally gets a complete break from the non-stop noise of modern life.
It’s the ultimate mental reset.

The best part? Once you learn how to handle a boat, that escape belongs to you. Gaining your RYA Day Skipper qualification with us is essentially handing yourself a lifelong passport to tap into that peace whenever you need it most. The sun is out, the Solent is waiting, and the water is the perfect place to recharge.

👇 Ready to step behind the helm? Check our upcoming course dates and claim your spot:
https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-day-skipper-practical/

25/05/2026

We can't always guarantee the weather but we could have fooled everyone thinking they'd booked courses in the Med this weekend 🤣 100% sunshine, record-breaking temperatures, happy crew! ☀️

Well done to our new Powerboat Level 2 pilots, and the crew crushing the first half of their split-weekend Competent Crew course.

Want in on the next one? Check out our course calendar for upcoming courses:
https://commodore-yachting.com/course-calendar

Happy bank holiday weekend from Commodore! 🌞✨
22/05/2026

Happy bank holiday weekend from Commodore! 🌞✨

The summer weather is finally showing here in Costa del Gosport, and the Solent is looking beautiful! 😁☀️⛵️With the blue...
20/05/2026

The summer weather is finally showing here in Costa del Gosport, and the Solent is looking beautiful! 😁☀️⛵️

With the blue skies and warmer days finally arriving, there’s no better time to get out on the water. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to book that course or level up your skills, this is it!

We’ve have some last minute spots for the end of May and Early June for our RYA courses.

Places won’t sit around long now that the sun is out, so don't miss out!

Check out upcoming availability and lock in your summer adventure here:

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-start-yachting/

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-competent-crew/

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-day-skipper-practical/

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/powerboat-courses/rya-powerboat-level2/

Sunrise Sundays. Sailing at its finest. 🌅⚓️Nothing beats that first hour on the water before the rest of the world wakes...
17/05/2026

Sunrise Sundays. Sailing at its finest. 🌅⚓️

Nothing beats that first hour on the water before the rest of the world wakes up. Absolute peace on the Solent 😍

12/05/2026

Remember that split-weekend course we shouted about a few weeks back? Well, the results are in—and they’re 100% successful! 🏆
Karen has had a brilliant time with this crew. They traded their Saturdays and Sundays for charts and tides, and it clearly paid off. From those misty Solent morning departures to the final 'cheers!' at the pontoon, the energy never dipped.

A massive well done to our new Day Skippers and Competent Crew grads. You proved that you don't need a full week off work to master the Solent and walk away with your RYA ticket. 🥂⛵️

Where to next?
If you missed out on this round, don't worry. There's still time to book for our summer courses. Whether you want the full week experience or a flexible split weekend, we'll get you where you need to be.

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-competent-crew/

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-day-skipper-practical/

09/05/2026

Never sailed before? Haven't sailed in ages? Used to dinghy sail but don't know where to start with yachting? Just fancy something different?

Don't worry, you won't be the first person to tell us that!

Whether it’s the jump from Comp Crew to Day Skipper, or the big leap into a Yachtmaster Fast Track, there’s a common myth that you need to be a "pro" before you even start.

Here’s the truth:
The RYA pathway isn't designed to test what you already know—it’s designed to teach you how to think like a mariner.
When you train with us in Gosport, a "qualification" becomes so much more than a certificate. It becomes:

A new language: Understanding why the wind and tide do what they do.

A new perspective: Seeing the coastline from the water changes how you see the world.

A new community: The banter in the galley after a long day is where the best lessons are learned.

A new opportunity: Your RYA qualification could give you the ticket to the career or the holidays you've always dreamt of...

You don't need to be ready to be perfect. You just need to be ready to learn. Our skippers specialise in taking that "I'm not sure" feeling and turning it into "I can't believe I waited this long."

👇 Check out or website for course info or get in touch if you want to find out more:

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/

Sunset berthing. Chart marathons. 100% Pass Rate. 🏆Another week, another two students who can officially call themselves...
04/05/2026

Sunset berthing. Chart marathons. 100% Pass Rate. 🏆

Another week, another two students who can officially call themselves "Skipper"!

Being an RYA Day Skipper is the ultimate freedom and the standard requirement for being able to charter boats globally. I think it's safe to presume they're now set for a summer of sailing and holidays! 😁

We’re super proud of these two who had a great week alongside our current Yachtmaster students who are making brilliant progress!

Your turn to take the helm? Check out our course pages and book 🙂

Day Skipper Practical: https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-day-skipper-practical

Day Skipper Combination Theory and Practical: https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-day-skipper-combination

Address

Marina
Gosport
PO121AH

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 6:30pm

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+442392504443

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