
10 Questions to Ask Any Sailing School
The Simple Questions That Reveal Everything

Reading Wind and Wave Patterns: Weather-Routing Fundamentals
When you're offshore, the forecast only tells part of the story. The sky, the waves, and the wind tell the rest.

Using a Handheld VHF: Channel Selection, Mayday Procedures & Etiquette
When you're out on the water, a handheld VHF radio connects you to the rest of the boating world. It lets you reach nearby vessels, marinas, and emergency services when you need to speak up fast.

Plotting a Course with Compass and Parallel Rulers (No Electronics Needed)
Plotting a course with a compass might sound old school. But when your chartplotter glitches or your battery dies, what then?

When, Why and How to Emergency Anchor
The Moment Every Sailor Fears - And How to Master It

Advanced Anchoring Techniques: Setting and Retrieving in Sand, Mud & Grass
Ever woken up at anchor and realized your boat isn’t where you left it? That sinking feeling (haha sorry) can ruin a night. Whether you're settling in for the evening or waiting out shifting weather, anchoring holds everything together.

Is Sailing Actually A Sport?
Spoiler alert: It involves way more than lounging on deck with a cocktail (although there can be some of that too!)

Watched SLV and Oliver Widger? Here's How to Start Your Own Sailing Journey
Stop watching other people's sailing adventures and start planning your own - because the gap between YouTube viewer and certified skipper is smaller than you think.

Docking Under Sail: Precise Boat Handling in Tight Marinas
Docking under sail is one of the most rewarding skills a sailor can learn. It requires focus, timing, and a solid understanding of how your boat moves through the water when the engine is off.

Spinnaker 101: Hoisting, Trimming & Dousing Your Downwind Sail
Spinnaker handling turns downwind sailing into something a lot more exciting for every sailor. When everything lines up, it's fast, smooth, and feels like the boat's finally showing off what it can do while sailing downwind.

How to Heave-To: The Emergency Stop Technique for Sailboats
You’re out there. The wind picks up. The sea gets choppy. Maybe you need a break.

Why I'm Moving Sailing Virgins to St. Martin (And Why You Should Sail Here Too)
After nearly a decade of running sailing adventures across the Caribbean, I'm making a move that might surprise some of you. Come November 2025, we're relocating our Caribbean headquarters from the British Virgin Islands to St. Martin.



