Are My RYA Qualifications Still Recognised in Europe?
Since the UK ceased to be a member of the European Union on 31st December 2020, some changes have taken place that affect our sailing rights in Europe. Some of these changes may affect how UK-earned qualifications are recognised in the EU. As an official RYA training centre, we are here to…
Sailing in Europe After Brexit
Since the Brexit transition period ended on 31st December 2020, sailing rules for UK boat owners who cruise long term in Europe have changed. If you have a boat that you keep in Europe, you may have some questions about how your non-EU citizen status will affect your sailing after Brexit….
Why Your Office Needs a Corporate Away Day
As a business owner, it can be difficult to cultivate meaningful relationships with your staff, especially during busy industry periods. Balancing a professional-personal rapport with the people with whom you work can prove to be challenging, but it may be the case that getting to know your team better could…
The Advantages of Stepped Hulls
When choosing a hull shape, finding the right balance of speed and stability can seem like an impossible task. While stepped hulls are often painted as unpredictable and difficult to handle, there are in fact many advantages to this hull shape, as we explain in this blog. Hull Shapes and…
Explaining Leeward Shores and Sailing in the Lee
When learning to sail, being aware of how weather conditions can affect your passage is vital. Relying on the wind to take you from one destination to another can be unpredictable, and failure to pay attention to wind direction could easily result in your vessel heading towards a rocky shore,…
Suzuki’s Innovative Micro-Plastic Collecting Device Tackles Plastic Pollution
Marine industry leader Suzuki has unveiled what is believed to be the world’s first Micro-Plastic Collecting Device for installation on outboard motors. Outboard motors, which pump seawater to cool the engine, are the perfect design to house this filtration system, as the device collects microplastics in a refined filter to…
Cavitation vs Ventilation
When referring to propeller issues and problems with boat performance, many people use the terms ‘cavitation’ and ‘ventilation’ interchangeably, and often incorrectly. As industry-leaders in boat training and boat charter, the team at Ocean Sports are often asked for advice on these issues. Below, we explain the difference between the…
We’ve Won an Award and We Would Like to Thank You!
We are very proud to announce that Ocean Sports Tuition has been awarded a 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award. This means that we a have been recognised as being in the top 10% of attractions worldwide, based on our 2020 reviews! We are thrilled to have been recognised in this way…
Celebrating Our Newly Certified Students
Since our reopening on 4th July, Ocean Sports has been lucky enough to train over 150 new and returning boating enthusiasts, giving them the tools that they needed to gain their RYA certifications. We are very grateful for all of your patience during lockdown, and are very proud of your achievements…
Which Chartplotter Should I Choose?
Whether you spend your summers on a RIB or a luxury cruiser, a chartplotter provides essential safety and navigation data to make manoeuvring your boat a breeze. As a training provider, the team at Ocean Sports Tuition trust the accuracy and functionality of Simrad navigation technology. We’ve put together these…