by First Class Sailing | Sep 10, 2014 | Learn to Sail
There are few things in life which are more rewarding, relaxing and enjoyable than sailing. The experience of drifting leisurely across the waves in the sun with the ocean breeze in your sails is unlike any other. That said, any sailor worth their salt will know...
by First Class Sailing | Aug 12, 2014 | Learn to Sail
Heading out on a voyage is always exciting, and especially so for sailing holidays in the Mediterranean. But if you are a first time sailor what do you bring on board? Here are First Class Sailing’s picks of essential items to pack: A Soft Luggage Bag And before you...
by First Class Sailing | Jun 18, 2014 | Learn to Sail
“Good instructor, fostering teamwork, providing a challenge and ‘kicking arse’ as and when required.” That last part shouldn’t be taken literally, but the review by Project Manager, Dirk H. is typical of the reaction from our customers who have...
by First Class Sailing | Mar 13, 2014 | Learn to Sail
In what could potentially be a sailing first for the UK, we’ve had the Google photographer in to create a tour of Manhattan and Batida, our new yachts from Jeanneau. As you can see the images are so crisp and fresh you can almost smell the newness! Have a good...
by firstclass | Feb 12, 2014 | Learn to Sail
‘I name this ship Manhattan/Batida, and may she bring fair winds and good fortune to all who sail in her!’ After the dismal weather on Saturday, we didn’t hold out much hope for the naming and first sail of our two new boats. So when we were greeted on the pontoons by...
by First Class Sailing | Jan 23, 2014 | Learn to Sail
First Class Sailing got a pleasant arrival in the ‘post’ this week… Batida and Manhattan, our two new Sun Odyssey boats, have arrived safe and sound at First Class Sailing’s Shamrock Quay base. The boats were delivered to our door ‘gift-wrapped’ in a protective film,...