Sailing Lessons

This experience is a great introduction into the incredible world of sailing. You will learn the basics including how to steer across the waves at a choice of beautiful locations. A great day out for all involved.

Welcome aboard, sailor! These great experiences will teach you the essentials of sailing as you take to the sea. Take control as you glide by some beautiful British locations, letting the wind do the work and soaking up the excitement as you learn a popular pastime.

During this sea-faring adventure, you will learn to steer the vessel; not just with the turning of the rudder, but by judging the waves and their strength and direction. Learn to follow the currents and the wind direction, harnessing one of the purest natural resources.

On the day you will learn the basics of sailing. The courses are a half and full day session, with qualified sailing instructors teaching you essential skills aboard a yacht or dinghy and ultimately developing your skill, stamina and confidence in this exciting gift of a day.

Half Day of Sailing Fun - £95

This introduction to the world of sailing experience will teach you the essentials of how to steer a craft across the waves at a choice of beautiful locations around the UK. You will learn to harness the wind to take you gliding over the surf in an enjoyable and educational day of sea-faring adventure. A great gift!

Voucher valid for 9 months for one person.
Enjoy learning the basics of sailing from some of the most beautiful locations along the UK's shoreline.
Enjoy hands on training in either a yacht or dinghy.
An RYA instructor will be by your side throughout.
Your experience will last around 3 hours.

Locations:
South East: East Sussex (Brighton); South West: Cornwall (Falmouth)

Notes & Restrictions

Voucher valid for 9 months.
Max weight - 18 stones, Min age - 12 years (under 18’s need parent/guardian consent).
Spectators are welcome but can only watch from the shore.
You must be in reasonable health and able to climb around the vessel.
The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to venue.
Experience gift box including, personalised voucher and message card.
PA cover to a value of £50,000 plus cancellation indemnity.

Full Day of Sailing Fun - £165

During this day of introducing you to the world of sailing you will learn the essentials of how to guide a boat across the waves at a choice of beautiful locations around the UK. Learn to harness the wind to take you gliding over the surf in an enjoyable and educational day of sea-faring adventure. A marvellous gift!

Voucher valid for 9 months for one person.
Spend an entire day sailing in either a yacht or dinghy.
An RYA instructor will give you demos before letting you have a go.
You will be taught both the basics and more advanced skills needed for sailing.

Locations:
South East: East Sussex (Brighton); South West: Cornwall (Falmouth)

Notes & Restrictions

You will be given your safety and buoyancy equipment.
Gain some hands on experience in either a yacht or dinghy with training from an RYA instructor.
Expect this experience to last a full day.
PA cover to a value of £50,000 plus cancellation indemnity
Location specific information:

Cornwall (Falmouth) - (Sheltered Water Dinghy Sailing)

Sussex (Brighton) - (Open Water Yacht Sailing)

Voucher valid for 9 months.
Max weight - 18 stones, Min age - 12 years old (under 18's need consent from parent/guardian).
Spectators are welcome but can only watch from the shore.
You must be in reasonable health and agile enough to move around the vessel.
The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary according to venue.
Experience gift box including, personalised voucher and message card.
PA cover to a value of £50,000 plus cancellation indemnity.

Full Day Sailing in Ipswich - £165

The River Orwell is set in a beautiful part of the UK and this full day sailing trip will allow you to take in these lovely views from a vantage point not available to everyone. Your yacht offers the chance to really enjoy Suffolk and its waterways.

Enjoy a full day sailing the River Orwell.
Coffee and pastries will await you on-board the yacht.
You will be given a full safety briefing and will be kitted out in safety gear.
After your morning sail you will anchor up for a spot of lunch on-board.
In the afternoon you will have the chance to sit back and relax as you sail upstream.
Your skipper will hand over control of the helm to let you have a go at steering.
Please allow 8 hours for your experience.

Locations:
East: Suffolk (Ipswich)

Notes & Restrictions

Voucher valid for 10 months.
Available Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only.
Min age - 10 years, Max age - 80 years.
Unfortunately disabled customers cannot be accommodated.
Please wear non-marking flat shoes, as well as 3 layers of clothing including a fleece.

Gift Pack and Delivery Information

You will receive a presentation voucher pack containing an activity gift voucher (valid for 10 months unless otherwise stated above), information about the experience and booking instructions.

Your voucher pack will be sent via 1st class post, or you can request our 48 Hour Guaranteed Delivery service for an additional charge. Please allow 3-5 working days for 1st class delivery and 2 working days for the 48 Hour service.

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Customer Reviews

5 out of 5 "Great service"

I would like to commend Stephanie Key for her excellent customer service. Despite being turned down for an extension of time by the experience provider she persevered on my behalf and won through where I had failed. Well done Stephanie!

John Seekings, Bexley
Location: Brighton
Date: April, 2011