Yachtmaster Examiners - what do they expect of candidates?

Lou, Nomad Sailing's Chief Instructor chats to her students on board Nomad 1 on day four of their RYA sailing course in the Solent. What do they think of it? Why did they chose to do their RYA Compete...

29 Okt 202414min

James returns after 7 days - not all of them spent on the shout last week. Find out what happened and additionally advice on what you should ensure you have when you take to the water.

28 Maj 202127min

Today I talk to Nic Parton from Triangle International Berth Brokers about berth brokerage. I had no idea you could own your berth in a marina and even rent it out, Nic tells me all about it. How did ...

6 Maj 202122min

The Race of Your Life - ever seen the posters and thought about joining the Clipper Race? Jim speaks to four people that have taken part, hear about the highs and lows, the wonder and the hardship of ...

29 Apr 20211h 1min

In 2013 I agreed to go up to Scotland for 10 days to skipper the support boat for Sean Conway's swim from Lands End to John O'Groats. 10 days turned into 2 months and many memorable moments. I speak t...

15 Apr 202159min

James owns a 40ft Fairline Targa, Lou discusses the pros and cons of putting the boat into charter management. Does chartering de-value the boat, what does it take to code a boat, what income can be g...

8 Apr 202123min

Holly Manvell, the founder of Clean sailors discusses the environmental issues currently threatening our oceans and ways us sailors might help be part of the solution. More information can be found: h...

25 Mars 202139min

You have heard from the examiner now to hear from the examined. Joe talks about his Yachtmaster exam, how to prepare, what tasks he was given and the ups and downs during the exam. A must listen for a...

18 Mars 202132min