All mile building passages will be overseen by experienced qualified skippers who are there to guide you through the day to day running of the vessel, tricky manoeuvres… as well as point out all the best restaurants! Most skippers are also RYA instructors which means that, while this is not an RYA course, you will be given the best information and demonstrations from trained instructors. Participants can expect a mix of coastal and offshore sailing conditions, including night sailing. This variety offers valuable experience in different maritime environments. Don't forget that apart from miles, you will also be gaining onboard experience so all participants are expected to share cabins, be open to changes in plans where necessary and willing to lend a hand cooking, cleaning and generally ensuring the boat is in ship shape throughout the journey. We involve all participants in the vessel's preparation for the voyage, including victuals, safety checks, provisions and passage planning. This is all part of the experience and no matter your skill or past experience, there will always be something you can involve yourself in. This cruise will really sharpen your navigation and skippering skills or for those with less experience offer a fantastic opportunity to see these beautiful islands from a different perspective. Our aim is for you to leave this program with more miles, but more importantly, more confidence than you arrived with. There's also lots of fun to be had!