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  I’ve been chartering with commodore since the early 2000’s. I did my coastal skipper with them in 2007 which was one of the best experiences of my life, wonderful people,... read more amazing week. I have just had 5days skippering Emerald Star in the Solent, during the recent amazing heatwave, and can say that commodore have not let their standards slip in the nearly 20 years I have been chartering with them. Great week, problem free boat and really helpful staff from the moment you get there. I have been on other company charter boats when friends arrange weekends, but when I charter, I go to commodore as I know if anything occurs, they will be on hand to help. …

  I took the Day Skipper 5 day practical course in July 2021 from Gosport with Commodore Yachting. Chris, our instructor, was fantastic and we had a great week which resulted... read more in a successful pass! Chris was very patient with us and took time to explain everything thoroughly, making sure to cover the entire syllabus. It was great to hear about his sailing adventures over the years! Would highly recommend Commodore and Chris for future courses. …

  My husband and I recently joined three fantastic,previously unknown, crew members on the 5 day ‘competent crew’ course. We were under the expert watch of skipper ‘Ollie’ who was clearly... read more born on the sea and was able to develop our knowledge and confidence beyond our expectations. We actually had no idea what to expect but cannot recommend commodore yachting (and in particularly Ollie) enough. The Solent (which i am now know is one of the busiest strips of water in Europe!) was beautiful and we covered so much… tacking, gybing, goosewing sailing, night sailing, tides, navigation and so much more. If you’re thinking about sailing.. head straight for commodore yachting. We will certainly be back to have a go at the day skipper license just as soon as we can. …

  Just Completed my RYA day skipper practical,after five days at sea with commodore yachting. It was a very enjoyable and exciting experience we did our training on there 44 foot... read more Bavaria bit daunting at first sight, but with our very professional instructor Mark, he soon got us ship shape before you no it your whipping ropes into hitches , figure eights and bowlines all simplified by mark eg : P on the line and oxo became common words. The weather was rough up to force 8 but if you can go below put the kettle on and make a cuppa for everyone in rough seas then you can do it anywhere. The rest of the crew were all from different backgrounds, we all got on and had a good banter. We all had turns at the helm and went out on a night sail which was ace. Would definitely recommend booking with these guys,went in with no idea or confidence came out a skipper ready to sail the seas. hope you drop on Mark as the instructor who’s bark is worse than bite... many thanks to him for getting me through the course.
Will be booking my coastal and yacht master great job guys.

  Just completed a 5-day Day Skipper Practical course with Commodore. Liked the Wed-Sun option which is really useful to avoid too many days off work.
Instructor Mark Treacher was excellent... read more - great philosophy on no-stress sailing, ideal for anxious new skippers in tight marina berths! Gave us loads of practice on close quarters manoeuvres which really built confidence, a few good sails too.
Location in Gosport is great, easy to get there by train & ferry and quality facilities at the Premier Marina with a friendly atmosphere.
Where better to hone your sailing skills than in the shadow of Victory and Warrior, and a few modern Navy ships. Recommended.

  Just Completed my RYA day skipper practical,after five days at sea with commodore yachting. It was a very enjoyable and exciting experience we did our training on there 44 foot... read more Bavaria bit daunting at first sight, but with our very professional instructor Mark, he soon got us ship shape before you no it your whipping ropes into hitches , figure eights and bowlines all simplified by mark eg : P on the line and oxo became common words. The weather was rough up to force 8 but if you can go below put the kettle on and make a cuppa for everyone in rough seas then you can do it anywhere. The rest of the crew were all from different backgrounds, we all got on and had a good banter. We all had turns at the helm and went out on a night sail which was ace. Would definitely recommend booking with these guys,went in with no idea or confidence came out a skipper ready to sail the seas. hope you drop on Mark as the instructor who’s bark is worse than bite... many thanks to him for getting me through the course. Will be booking my coastal and yacht master great job guys. …

  Just completed a 5-day Day Skipper Practical course with Commodore. Liked the Wed-Sun option which is really useful to avoid too many days off work. Instructor Mark Treacher was excellent... read more - great philosophy on no-stress sailing, ideal for anxious new skippers in tight marina berths! Gave us loads of practice on close quarters manoeuvres which really built confidence, a few good sails too. Location in Gosport is great, easy to get there by train & ferry and quality facilities at the Premier Marina with a friendly atmosphere. Where better to hone your sailing skills than in the shadow of Victory and Warrior, and a few modern Navy ships. Recommended. …

  Just did the competent crew course with Commodore. Paul the instructor was absolutely fantastic... read more

  Just did the competent crew course with Commodore. Paul the instructor was absolutely fantastic. Having never sailed before I was a little nervous however Paul was a first class instructor.... read more Patient, clear, knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging he immediately put me at ease. And he made it so much fun. The boat - a Bavaria 38, was comfortable and a joy to sail and stay on. Positioned at Portsmouth we had immediate access to some great waters. The Team at Commodore were incredibly helpful particularly Tom. If you are new to sailing I would recommend this Company - you will be in very safe hands. I will most certainly be using them again for my Day Skipper qualification.

  Just did the competent crew course with Commodore. Paul the instructor was absolutely fantastic. Having never sailed before I was a little nervous however Paul was a first class instructor.... read more Patient, clear, knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging he immediately put me at ease. And he made it so much fun. The boat - a Bavaria 38, was comfortable and a joy to sail and stay on. Positioned at Portsmouth we had immediate access to some great waters. The Team at Commodore were incredibly helpful particularly Tom. If you are new to sailing I would recommend this Company - you will be in very safe hands. I will most certainly be using them again for my Day Skipper qualification. …