Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for RYA Sailing Courses in Gosport
Haslar Sea School, established in 2008, is a distinguished RYA Recognised Training Centre dedicated to delivering comprehensive sailing education and maritime experiences. With over three decades of combined expertise from our principal instructors, we specialise in practical sail training, shore-based theory courses, and bespoke sailing adventures across the Solent, London, and online platforms. Our commitment to student-centric learning ensures continuous feedback, hands-on experience in tidal waters, and mastery of navigation, safety protocols, and seamanship.We pride ourselves on all-inclusive packages, eliminating hidden costs, and fostering a supportive environment where students refine skills from novice to Yachtmaster levels. Our fleet, including the well-equipped Nomad 1 and Menai III, provides comfortable berths and tailored meals, ensuring both educational and recreational excellence. Recognised for our free resit guarantee, we prioritise long-term client success, evidenced by glowing Trip Advisor reviews and a loyal community of alumni sailors.
Services
RYA Day Skipper Course
Yacht Charter
Adventure Cruises
Theory Training
RYA Yachtmaster Prep
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined sailing instruction experience.
- All-inclusive pricing with no hidden costs for courses and charters.
- Expert RYA-certified instructors with tailored teaching approaches.
- Free resit guarantee for RYA courses to ensure learning success.
- Flexible course formats across Gosport, London, and online platforms.
Associations and certifications
- RYA Recognised Training Centre
What people say
Expert instructors
All-inclusive packages
Flexible learning
Excellent safety standards
Memorable experiences
Services
RYA Day Skipper Course
This foundational course trains novices in navigation, pilotage, and boat handling for tidal waters. Students learn collision regulations, tidal calculations, and safety procedures through 5 days of residential training. Ideal for those seeking coastal sailing independence.
Yacht Charter
Solent Yacht Charter offers bareboat and skippered options for sail and motor yachts. Services include corporate charters, family sailing holidays, and bespoke itineraries across the Solent and Channel Islands with expert crew support.
Adventure Cruises
Multi-day voyages to destinations like the Normandy Coast and Isles of Scilly. Participants gain hands-on experience in night sailing, pilotage, and long-distance navigation while exploring scenic maritime routes with flexible crew involvement.
Theory Training
RYA-certified shore-based courses covering navigation, meteorology, and safety protocols. Delivered in London, Gosport, or on-site locations, with evening classes and intensive weekend formats for Day Skipper to Yachtmaster-level theory.
RYA Yachtmaster Prep
Five-day intensive training preparing candidates for Yachtmaster exams. Focuses on refined navigation, offshore passage planning, and complex boat handling. Includes exam boat hire and tailored feedback for professional sailing certification.
People
Jim Barden
Principal
With over 30 years of sailing experience, Jim is an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor Trainer. He specialises in navigation and boat handling, ensuring inclusive, safety-focused tuition for all skill levels.
Lou Barden
Chief Instructor
Lou has 20+ years of sailing experience and is a qualified RYA Yachtmaster Instructor. She focuses on creating engaging, personable learning environments that prioritise student confidence and practical skills.
Joe Wallington-Lardi
Operations Manager / Instructor
Joe is an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor and Shorebased Instructor Trainer. He manages operations, delivers powerboat training, and ensures smooth logistical coordination for courses and vessel maintenance.
Rachel Holland
Administration Manager
Rachel oversees logistics and customer coordination, ensuring dietary needs, course schedules, and certification processes run seamlessly. Her organisational expertise maintains Nomad's high service standards.
Questions
What RYA courses does Nomad Sailing offer?
We provide RYA courses from beginner to Yachtmaster levels, including Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper, Yachtmaster Prep, and theory courses in navigation and safety.
Are meals included in sailing courses?
Yes, all courses include three meals daily with dietary requirements accommodated, ensuring no additional costs for food during training.
Do you offer flexible course formats?
Courses are available over consecutive days, weekends, or evening classes, with both practical and online theory options for scheduling flexibility.
What is the free resit guarantee?
If you fail an RYA course, you may rejoin another at no extra cost (applicable to practical courses up to Day Skipper and all theory courses).
Can I charter a yacht privately?
Yes, Solent Yacht Charter offers private bareboat or skippered charters for families, groups, or corporate events on sail and motor yachts.
Where are your training locations?
Practical courses operate from Gosport Marina, with theory classes in London, Gosport, and online. Shorebased training can also be arranged at client venues.
