Commodore Yachting

02/09/2026

September is looking busy here at Commodore! From Day Skipper and Competent Crew practicals to Powerboat Level 2 and classroom Theory modules, September is one of the best months of the year to get qualified ⚓

Check out our courses for the month on our live calendar and grab one of the last spaces whilst they're available! 📆

https://commodore-yachting.com/course-calendar/

30/08/2026

As the summer holidays draw to a close, we want to say a huge thank you to all the mini crew mates and families who joined us on board this summer! ⛵⚓

For many of our younger sailors, this was their very first time stepping onto a yacht. From learning the ropes, mastering essential sailing skills, and gaining confidence at the helm, seeing them fall completely in love with the water has been the highlight of our season ✨

We hope this is just the beginning of many more years of sailing adventures. Have a wonderful start back at school, and we can’t wait to welcome you back on board for the next chapter! 🌊💙

26/08/2026

Well done to our latest RYA Competent Crews and Day Skippers! 👏⛵

From mastering lines, knots, and sail trim to taking the helm and nailing passage plans across the Solent, you all put in fantastic work ⭐

We can't wait to see where your sailing journey takes you!

22/08/2026

Clear skies and fresh breeze. ☀️💨

Another cracking day out on the Solent with our crews putting theory straight into practice. Days like these are what sailing is all about.

Who’s getting out on the water this weekend? We hope you have a good one! ⚓

18/08/2026

A few spectacular snaps from last week's Mile Builder with Tom. The crew had a blast - logging passages, mastering watchkeeping, and catching some superb golden hours along the coast 😍

We offer 3, 5 or 7 day Mile Builders, and they are the perfect way to build sea sailing miles and gain valuable experience sailing. Perfect as qualifying passages for you budding RYA Yachtmasters out there.

There's just 2 spaces left on the bank holiday 3 day weekend mile builder 29-31 August. Book your place to spend the bank holiday weekend in style ⚓!! : https://commodore-yachting.com/course/60mile-passages-29-08-26/

15/08/2026

There is nowhere like the Solent to learn the art of sailing. 🌊⛵

With its complex tidal streams, and fast-flowing races around headlands and shallow banks, these waters demand attention to detail.

That’s what makes sailing in the Solent so rewarding: if you can master the tides, pilotage, and busy channels here, you can handle a yacht with confidence anywhere in the world 🌎

Here's a snippet of our recent Competent Crew and Day Skipper courses making the most of the summer ☀️

The good news? Summer isn't over yet! We still have a great variety of courses available to book before the season wraps up:

RYA Competent Crew & Day Skipper Practical: Hands-on, 5-day liveaboard training.

Offshore Mile Builders & Passage Making: Bank serious logbook miles, 60NM passages, and night hours.

RYA Theory & Specialist 1-Day Courses: From Day Skipper Theory to VHF Radio and Powerboat Level 2.

Whether you're stepping on board for the first time or leveling up your qualifications, there's still time to spend a week on the water with us this summer.

Head to our course calendar to check out upcoming dates and book your place:

https://commodore-yachting.com/course-calendar/

11/08/2026

We have just ONE SPACE LEFT on our Zero to Hero Yachtmaster Fast Track programme starting Monday 14th September!⚓⛵

Our 18 week programme is a fully immersive, intensive training route designed to take you from your current experience level all the way to a commercially endorsed, globally recognised ticket 🎫

What the 18 Weeks Entail:

⚓ Continuous liveaboard training across our fleet of Bavaria yachts.

⚓ Complete practical and theory progression: Competent Crew, Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper, and Yachtmaster Preparation.

⚓ Commercial modules included: RYA Radar, First Aid at Sea, Sea Survival, Diesel Engine Maintenance, and VHF/SRC Radio.

⚓ Hundreds of logbook miles, 60NM passages, and extensive night navigation across the Solent, Channel Islands, and offshore routes.

Where It Opens Doors:

A commercial Yachtmaster ticket is the industry benchmark for working afloat. Graduates step straight into roles like:

⭐ Yacht Delivery Skipper: Moving private and charter vessels worldwide.

⭐ Flotilla & Charter Skipper: Leading guest fleets across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and beyond.

⭐ Superyacht Crew: Entering the superyacht industry on a fast route toward deck officer positions.

⭐ Cruising Instructor: Teaching the next generation of sailors once you’ve logged your initial industry miles.

What’s Included in the Price:

✅ All tuition, exam fees, and RYA certification costs.

✅ All on-board accommodation for the full 18 weeks.

✅ All food, snacks, and hot drinks on board (with all dietary requirements fully catered for).

✅ All safety gear, fuel, and gas.

Whether you're looking for a complete lifestyle shift or a direct entry into the maritime industry, this delivers the skills, miles, and credentials to make it happen 🎯

Give us a call or head to our website to grab the last spot for September!

https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-yachtmaster-fast-track/

Yacht Charter Sea School Team Building Corporate

07/08/2026

We are gearing up for another great weekend of sailing ⛵⚓

After a full day of training, our crews will be kicking off their weekends anchoring up to watch the spectacular Cowes Week fireworks this evening! Happy Friday everyone 😊

06/08/2026

Here is what to expect on an RYA Day Skipper course with us ⛵✨

Taking charge of a yacht for the first time is an exciting milestone. Over 5 hands-on days, you’ll transition from crew member to confident skipper, learning how to lead a team, navigate complex waters, and handle a boat with precision.

Here is what makes the experience and training with us so rewarding:

All-Inclusive On-Board Meals (Catered to You!): You shouldn't have to worry about meal planning or hidden costs when you're focusing on navigation. All food, snacks, and hot drinks on board are fully included in your course price. Plus, we cater to all dietary requirements—just let us know in advance, and we’ll have the galley stocked so you can focus on sailing!

Navigating the Busy Solent: The Solent is world-famous for a reason—it’s dynamic, tidal, and packed with everything from high-speed ferries and massive container ships to racing fleets. Learning to read the water, apply collision regulations in real-time, and execute tight pilotage plans here means if you can skipper in the Solent, you can skipper anywhere.

Real Skipper Experience: You won't just be watching; you’ll take turns acting as skipper for actual passages. You'll make the calls, brief the crew, and execute the plan.

Boat Handling & Marina Skills: Gain total confidence maneuvering under power in tight spaces, coming alongside pontoons, and picking up mooring buoys in tidal waters.

Pilotage & Navigation: Put theory into practice by creating real-time passage plans, calculating tidal heights, and navigating harbour entrances using visual cues and chartwork.

Emergency & Safety Procedures: Master man-overboard recovery tactics, heavy weather prep, and safety management so you can keep your crew secure in any situation.

By the end of the week, you’ll walk away with the practical skills, ticket, and confidence needed to charter yachts and skipper your own adventures worldwide. 🌍🌊

Ready to take the helm? Head to https://commodore-yachting.com/sailing-courses/rya-practical-courses/rya-day-skipper-practical/ to check out our upcoming dates and book yourself a spot!

04/08/2026

Our students are lucky enough to be sailing right in the hub of the action at Cowes Week ⛵☀️