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Sailing Lessons & Yachting Courses
Into The Blue offers a range of sailing lessons, RYA courses and yachting day trips out of marinas around the UK. Experiences range from single sailing lessons, to courses to get your RYA Competent Crew certification and leisure charters too. Time to get the wind in your sails! Sailing and yachting experiences FAQs...
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Wind Farm Tours Brighton
Explore the Rampion Wind Farm off the Brighton coast on ...
Brighton Marina, East Sussex
From £49.00
• Shared & private charters are available
• The farm has 161 of the 140m-high wind turbines
• A 2 to 3hr voyage, returning via Brighton sea front

Sunset Sailing
Heading off for a spot of evening yacht sailing from ...
Brighton, East Sussex
Buy For £75.00
• Sunset outings on a performance sailing yacht
• Skippered experience so you can join in or chill
• Sail around Brighton's waters for around three hours

Sailing Day in Dorset
Sailing courses in Dorset tacking along the sheltered ...
Poole Harbour
Special Offer Buy For £99.00
• Sail on Europe's largest natural harbour at Poole
• Fleet of Wayfarers, Laser Bahia & Pico dinghies
• Training school has an excellent reputation

Learn to Sail Dorset
Learn to sail on the sheltered waters of Poole Harbour, ...
Poole Harbour
Buy For £180.00
• Learn sailing at Rockley Point
• Sail Wayfarer dinghies
• You be split into teams of three per instructor

Luxury Yacht Sailing Charter Windermere
Private charters onboard 34ft yacht Elana to discover the lovely ...
Lake Windermere
From £199.00
• Set sail on 34ft luxury yacht Elana from Bowness
• These charters are for up to 6 people
• Be as hands on as you like, or just chill onboard

Tall Ship Sailing Dorset
Go tall ship sailing in Dorset on board the good ...
Portland Marina, Weymouth Bay
From £51.00
• Two, three, four & five-hour voyages available
• Help hoist the mainsail, take the helm & drop anchor
• Explore the iconic Jurassic Coastline as you sail

Dinghy Sailing Milton Keynes
Dinghy sailing courses in Milton Keynes for all! Learn to ...
Willen Lake, Milton Keynes
From £29.00
• A 90min discovery & 2-day courses available
• Sailing Laser Pico or Laser Bahia dinghies
• No previous sailing experience necessary

Sailing in Brighton
Royal Yachting Association two day dinghy sailing course in Brighton. ...
Brighton Marina
Buy For £250.00
• Sail at Brighton marina
• School uses Keelboats
• RYA level 1 qualified by the end of the course

Private Yacht Charter
Sail away on the open sea on a yacht charter ...
Brighton Marina, East Sussex
From £765.00
• Your yacht comes with a skipper to take the helm
• Up to 10 passengers for a full day charter
• Up to 6 passengers for a two night weekend charter
Should I buy this experience?
Who it's for
If you've ever dreamed of learning to sail, there's no better time to take to the water than now! We have loads of courses and experiences for all budgets and with all sorts of aims; be it a taster to see if you like it, or a two day course to get a sailing qualification at the end of it.
Who it's not for
If you don't think you'll find your sea legs, you might prefer to steer clear of the dinghy sailing courses. You can still get out on the water though, as we've got everything from gentle paddle boarding and canoeing, to jet skiing and floating aqua park fun on offer in our Water Sports hub.
Sailing and yachting FAQs
- Are sailing centres all RYA accredited?
- Do I need a licence to skipper a yacht?
- What's the difference between sailing a yacht and a dinghy?
- Do I need a qualification to crew a yacht?
- Can I learn dinghy sailing in a day?
- Where can I do an RYA Competent Crew course near me?
- I've always wanted to have a go at sailing. Are these courses for me?
- What sort of dinghies will I be sailing?
- Can I do tall ship sailing?
- Do you offer private yacht charters?
- Can children go sailing?
- Can I book a sunset sail?
- Is teaching on a one to one basis?
- Will I need to wear a buoyancy aid all the time?
- How many people can fit on a boat?
- Where can I learn to sail near me?
Are sailing centres all RYA accredited?
Yes. The Royal Yachting Association is the national governing body for water sports such as dinghy sailing and yachting. If you're looking to book a sailing course, always make sure the centre is RYA accredited as an indication of quality. That way you know the teaching follows a curriculum that's laid out for them by the RYA and a certain quality of tuition has been attained.
Do I need a licence to skipper a yacht?
Contrary to what you might think, there is no legal obligation to have a licence or any qualification to sail in the UK, be it on the sea or on lakes. However, if you want to hire or charter a boat, in British waters or abroad, you will need to prove your competence with an RYA certificate, such as the RYA Day Skipper qualification.
What's the difference between sailing a yacht and a dinghy?
A dinghy is a light boat for one or two people and is generally between two and four metres long. These are used for day sails and are taken out of the water at night. As they are much smaller rigs, you'll really be engaged in their handling and you can risk a dunking in the water - but they are great fun and will bring on your seamanship skills by leaps and bounds.
In comparison, a yacht is much larger and heavier. They can be more like keelboats that are used mainly for racing, or proper ocean-going yachts that have accommodation onboard, so you could set your course for a sail around the world if you wanted to. These vessels often sail with a crew made up of several people, each of whom has their own role to play. The boat leans, but you're less likely to get a dipping and the movements are a lot slower than on a buzzy little dinghy.
Do I need a qualification to crew a yacht?
There's no law that says you need a qualification to be part of a yacht crew in the UK. However, if you are part of a group hiring and sailing a yacht, you will need to have at least some of the crew (along with the skipper) who have a qualification. In most cases, sailors go for the RYA Competent Crew course.
Where can I do an RYA Competent Crew course near me?
Sailing centres around the UK offer RYA Competent Crew courses. They usually last two consecutive days and they cover everything you need to know both about crewing a boat. Training takes place both on and off the water, with both theory and practical sessions. By the end of it you should have learnt enough to be awarded your RYA Competent Crew certificate so you can go sailing with confidence.
I've always wanted to have a go at sailing. Are these courses for me?
Absolutely! Most of our courses are aimed at those who have always 'fancied having a go' at sailing. A lot of clients sign up for RYA courses because they want to join friends and family who already sail, but we also have two hour and one-day taster sessions that give you a great value insight into sailing.
What sort of dinghies will I be sailing?
There are lots of different dinghies out there, but the most popular small training dinghies for training in are Pico, Wayfarer and Hartley boats. They're easy to handle, agile and responsive. Larger vessels used for training include Laser dinghies, again a very popular make of boat for beginners to learn how to sail.
Can I do tall ship sailing?
Yes you can! There's something quite magical about setting sail on a tall ship. It evokes the bygone days of pioneering voyages across the high seas to discover new lands. Now you can join the deck of a fully restored tall ship and enjoy a short sail. You can be as hands-on as you like, or just kick back and relax. No qualifications are needed and all experiences are suitable for beginners, as there's always an experienced crew on board.
Do you offer private yacht charters?
You can indeed charter your own private yacht for a little sailing expedition for you and you and your group. They make for a fabulous day out for families, groups of friends or even as a work outing with colleagues. For more info get in touch with us by 'phone, email or using the on-line chat window that appears when you're looking at any experience page.
Can children go sailing?
Yes. We have specific learn to sail courses that are suitable for teenagers and younger kids. Children can also ride on some of the yacht charters as long as they are accompanied. Make sure you read the full details on each product to find all the age limits and requirements, as they do vary from location to location.
Will I need to wear a buoyancy aid all the time?
Whilst it's not actually a legal requirement, the RYA recommends wearing a life jacket or buoyancy aid when on the water. In our experience, all water sports centres require you to wear safety gear that is provided for you. Any refusal to do so may result in you not being able to participate in the course.
How many people can fit on a boat?
That all depends on the size of the boat! Vintage barges can comfortably accommodate up to 50 passengers, whilst capacity on tall ships can typically be around 12 passengers plus crew. A 36ft ocean-going modern yacht will easily carry seven to 10 onboard, whilst a Pico dinghy could be just for two. Group sizes are all specified in the full details of each experience.
Where can I learn to sail near me?
Obviously you need water to sail, but even if you're in a land-locked part of the country, we may have sailing experiences on reservoirs or freshwater lakes near you. We also have vouchers for sailing courses on the coast at some of the largest water sports centres in the country. Our current collection of sailing and yachting experiences includes courses at:
- Poole
- Brighton
- Ipswich
- Lake Windermere
- Dumfries & Galloway