Training Articles

Budding Sailors Compete Fervently in Final Merlin Rocket Youth Training and Championship

Commencing at a young age, many sailors sail single-handed dinghies, gradually moving up through different fleets. Yet there is something incredibly enticing about stepping in a Merlin Rocket for the first time. It’s enough to completely sweep off anyone’s feet. This specific difference was discovered by several young sailors in a training session held at Fisher Green Sailing Club. Unlike any other normal day of training, May 23rd was different. It was the culmination of a series of training sessions leading up to the final Merlin Rocket youth program session.
01-06-2026

Revolutionising the Yachting Sector: AV/IT Training Programme Empowers Crew with Essential Technical Skills

Charting a course to meet the increasing demand for skilled yacht crews, The Professional Yachting Association (PYA) unveils an avant-garde AV/IT training programme tailored to the evolving needs of the industry. Working in collaboration with key stakeholders, including equipment manufacturers, installation and maintenance specialists, and training providers, the initiative seeks to familiarise crews with the technological systems found on modern yachts. These are not just any system, but those that greatly influence on-board operations, guest experiences, and cyber-security. The courses chart a new destination, not leaning towards a degree-level certificate of competency in electrical systems, but rather a practical proficiency in audio-visual and IT systems – a requirement slowly gaining more traction.

21-01-2026

New Training, Safety and Social Responsibility Standards Aiming to Mitigate Harassment and Violence at Sea

As we welcome 2026, an essential reform takes place in seafarer training modules focusing on safety and harassment prevention.
18-12-2025

A Close Call: Incident Onboard Superyacht Spotlights Crucial Safety Lapses

An illuminating case from CHIRP Maritime’s Superyacht Feedback triggers vital discourse about safety, fatigue management, and training in the superyacht industry.
15-08-2025

Assessing Salary and Benefits in the Yachting Industry: A Balanced Discussion on Compensation,Training and Retention

In the glamorous world of the yachting industry, a continuous tug of war regarding salary, benefits, and training is taking place behind the scenes.
24-06-2025

Unravel the Secrets of the RS Zest: The Unsurpassed Choice for Nautical Training.

Experience the wave-piercing prowess of the RS Zest, considered the paragon of sailing training
23-04-2025

Unveiling the Success of the Enterprise Northern Series at the Scammonden Water Sailing Club

A deep dive into the thrilling Enterprise Northern Series and its impact on the Scammonden Water Sailing Club.
15-04-2025

Upping Your Sailing Game: An Exclusive Training with Renowned Coach Adam Bowers

Get ready for an engaging sail training experience with none other than Adam Bowers, using the classic 505 as our vessel.
14-04-2025

A Riveting Adventure at Sea: Inside the RS400 Class Association Training at Yorkshire Dales Sailing Club

Journey into the pulse-pounding world of the RS400 Class Association Training at the astounding Yorkshire Dales Sailing Club.
06-03-2025

Experience Intense Training in the Merlin Rocket Class at the Surreal Hayling Island in March 2025

Join the next generation of seamen as they unlock the secrets of the Merlin Rocket at Hayling Island's renowned sailing course.
06-03-2025

Why the Increasing Complexity of Yachting Demands Greater Investment in Crew Competency

The growth in sophistication of contemporary yachting is arguably outpacing the competency of its crews; an issue demanding immediate attention, for the implications are multifold and severe.
09-12-2024