Yacht Sailing
Yacht sailing is one of the most popular boating
activities in the UK because it is open to people of all
abilities and ages - you can start sailing with little experience
and you don't need to own your own yacht.
With the wind and your actions driving the boat
to your destination, there is a real sense of achievement when you
are safely moored up, and reliving the excitement of the day. There
are many ways of experiencing yacht sailing whether it be cruising
the coastline at your own pace, stopping to savour the stunning
scenery and visit sites of interest, or whether it be the thrill of
racing in a regatta or race.
One of the most important things for you to know
is that yachts are categorised into different ‘classes’ or types of
boat depending on their size, design and number of crew. Choosing a
yacht type or ‘class’ depends partly on what type of sailing
appeals to you and partly on what’s available within an acceptable
travelling distance of home. Don’t worry though, you can always try
out other types of sailing at any time — in fact this is often the
best way to figure out what you enjoy most, as well as helping to
broaden your experience and knowledge base.
This guide will help you understand how you
can get started in yacht cruising, what equipment and training is
required and what the costs are, enabling you to make the most of
the UK’s inland waterways and coastal water, and the yachting
opportunities overseas.
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