The concept of a Sailing Champions League is a new one in the sailing world, but not to the sporting world in general. Football already has its premier tournament, while cricket has also expanded its boundaries to introduce the Champions League Twenty20 in recent years. The former is limited to only the best sides in […]
The Boating Hub is setting sail into new waters, after relaunching following months of development. The new site should be easier to navigate, providing users with all the information they may require when choosing from a comprehensive list of sailing, powerboat, dinghy, kayak and keelboat courses. A complete overhaul of the site may have occurred, […]
Learning to sail in your local area has a number of benefits, but so too does learning overseas. While the learning process could be seen as more of a holiday, a more relaxed environment can aid the learning process, as beginners can feel more comfortable. As a result, learning to sail abroad is increasingly popular […]
Once the decision to try out sailing is made, the next part of the process involves finding the right people to help you get started. Learning the basics is simple enough, given that there are a huge number of available courses up and down the length of the country. These are perfectly placed to help […]
When it comes to learning to sail it would be easy to assume that someone would start off small, and slowly work their way up to a larger vessel. While this can make sense in that an amateur shouldn’t be left with something they cannot handle, finding the best boat to learn in can depend […]
When learning to sail, mastering the basics is incredibly important as it develops the platform from which all future learning will be based. Sailing courses will focus on these aspects to ensure that people are aware of what they are doing – but there are some skills that are absolutely essential, especially if sailors wish […]
Becoming a good sailor does not happen overnight – it requires a lot of time, effort and commitment. But the end product is what makes everything worthwhile, as a well trained and experienced sailor can enjoy all that the wonderful waters have to offer. Sailing has increased its exposure thanks to the success of the […]
The UK has miles and miles of beautiful coastal waters to explore and there are plenty of hidden treasures along the way. For those who love spectacular views and scenery or are purely looking for somewhere to relax with a little peace and quiet, a little exploration will take them a long way. For those […]
Learning to sail is a story of steady progression from a complete novice to an experienced sailor and it all comes with practice. It begins with learning the very basics, from knowing which parts of a boat are which, to the laws and regulations that govern sailing. Aspects such as first aid and survival at […]
When it comes to sailing, the time of year at which it is done can make all the difference. Sailing in the winter is far less appealing than in the summer for a multitude of reasons but one of the major factors is weather. The summer months should mean warmer weather (and therefore warmer water […]