Elite Sailing

Elite Sailing A leading UK Sailing School and RYA Training Centre for Sail and Motor Cruising based in north Kent Yacht Charter in the Mediterranean and here at Chatham.

A leading British Sailing School and RYA Training Centre based at Chatham Maritime Marina, Kent - only 45 minutes from Central London. We provide a complete yachting (sail or motor) service - from a first sailing weekend, through RYA training courses for competent crew or helmsman, day skipper, coastal skipper and yachtmaster to offshore adventure and yacht charter. Classroom courses in navigation

, seamanship, radio, radar, diesel engine maintenance, sea survival and first aid are held at Chatham. RYA navigation course support is also available in Central London and online. Adventure Sailing includes complete Round Britain circumnavigations with trips all over NW European waters. We have a great team of experienced instructors who are passionate about the sea and boating. RYA Recognised and a Member of the British Marine Federation. Established for over 20 years, Elite Sailing is a professional, safe, friendly school that you can depend on for all your training support and advice.

04/06/2026

This time tomorrow, Tonic slips her lines. 🗺️⛵️

Months of preparation, planning, and anticipation come down to this. Tomorrow, our adventure yacht officially sets off on an epic, full circumnavigation of the British Isles!

Ahead of the crew lies the ultimate adventure and challenge: 6 incredible, high-mileage legs, unpredictable coastal weather, complex tidal navigation, and the sailing adventure of a lifetime. Some of our crew are buckling in for the entire journey, while others are stepping aboard for individual legs, but together, they are taking on the entire coastline of the British Isles.

You don't have to miss a single mile of the voyage. We have launched a brand-new, real-time news hub and tracker just for this expedition. Every day, the crew will be emailing tracking updates, skipper's logs, photos, and stories straight from the deck so you can experience life at sea right alongside them.

Trace our wake, check for live updates, and follow the adventure from day one here:
👉 https://elitesailing.co.uk/about-us/our-news/

The countdown is officially on. Wish the Leg 1 crew fair winds in the comments below! 👇

04/06/2026

Queenborough our second home 🌅

This place always delivers THE BEST sunsets 😍🧡

At just 10nm down the Medway from our base, we are so lucky to get to stay here often. (And there’s a great little micro pub close by to 😉).

Join us. No experience necessary. 45mins from London.
www.EliteSailing.co.uk

03/06/2026

Confidence = Unlocked 🔐✨

Think close-quarters boat handling has to be stressful? Not on our watch.

Take a look at these moments from a fantastic, completely tailored one-day boat handling masterclass with two brilliant sailors who are both firmly on the road to achieving their Yachtmaster qualification!

Manoeuvring a cruising yacht in marinas or confined channels can be daunting, but a single day of focused, expert coaching makes all the difference. Over the course of the day, these two fantastic students absolutely crushed it—practising:

- Precision springing on and off pontoons 🛥️
- Mastering steerage and control in reverse (the dreaded prop walk!) 🔄
- Perfecting positioning in tight, confined marina berths ⚓️

The result? Massive confidence boosts, sharp muscle memory, and two future Yachtmasters who are completely ready to take the helm in any tight spot.

Whether you need a bespoke one-day skill sharpener like this, an RYA course, or you're aiming for the full Yachtmaster Fast Track, we tailor our training to your exact goals.

Ready to level up your boat handling skills? We have courses available throughout the Summer. Secure your spot now www.EliteSailing.co.uk

02/06/2026

POV : You’re the Chief Instructor at Elite Sailing, and this is how you spend your weekends ✨

From first-coffee briefings to watching that "aha!" moment when a student perfectly sticks a pontoon berthing - life on the water is never boring.

Press play to check out a weekend in the life of our incredible team. It's 48 hours packed with learning, fun, great company, a little bit of tidal maths, and a lot of laughs. ⛵️

Warning: Watching this may give you FOMO.
If so then why not give it a go yourself, check it out at www.elitesailing.co.uk

31/05/2026

Here’s a twist on our last bowline tutorial video which demo’d a fairly standard method and certainly the easiest… this time we’re going for a bit more of a ‘fancy’ one-handed technique. Useful if you only have one hand available OR if you want to impress your mates and win some kudos 😂 💪

Give it a go and let us know how you get on in the comments below 👇 🙌

29/05/2026

The best view isn’t always from the deck—it’s from the top of the stick. ⚓️✨

Maintenance days aren’t so bad when this is your office. 👀

There’s nothing quite like that 360-degree perspective to remind you why we love what we do.

Thinking of starting your own sailing adventure? Now is the time.
Join us this Summer at Elite Sailing. Visit www.elitesailing.co.uk for courses and experiences.

25/05/2026

The ultimate Bank Holiday Monday soundtrack. ☀️🌊

No hectic traffic, no packed beaches, and no crowded parks—just the gentle hum of the hull cutting through the water and the rhythm of the waves.

Wherever you are spending your long weekend, we hope you’re finding some time to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and recharge.

Turn the volume up, take a deep breath, and let the natural sounds of the sea bring a little bit of calm to your Monday afternoon. ✨⛵️

Feeling inspired to trade the shore for the sea? Our summer schedule is in full swing.
With courses available from beginner to professional levels, and a full adventure sailing itinerary.
Visit www.elitesailing.co.uk for info.

🎥: SY Ruby May currently on passage from Alderney to Sark in the sunshine!

24/05/2026

Nothing clears the mind like a bow wave and a brand new challenge. Let’s go! 🌊🚀

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to step out of your comfort zone, get on the water, and level up your skills—this is it.

The 2026 season is in full swing, and there are miles to be logged, horizons to chase, and epic adventures waiting.

Whether you're a complete beginner, you’re aiming for your Day Skipper or are eyeing up a Yachtmaster Fast Track career, the best time to start was yesterday. The second best time? Right now. 💪

Turn the volume up, feel the energy, and let’s get moving. ⛵️🔥

Spaces on our upcoming courses and sailing adventures are filling fast. Drop us a message or visit www.elitesailing.co.uk

Want to work on Superyachts? 😎 We run one of the UKs leading Fast Track Yachtmaster programmes. It’s 17wks long and will...
23/05/2026

Want to work on Superyachts? 😎

We run one of the UKs leading Fast Track Yachtmaster programmes. It’s 17wks long and will take you from absolute beginner through to commercially endorsed Yachtmaster, giving you the qualifications you need (and the confidence) to launch your career in yachting! ⛵️

You can expect small cohort sizes (max 5 students). Plus, we are the ONLY sailing school that includes a full circumnavigation of the British Isles in our fast track programme (a MEGA ADVENTURE and bucket list experience!)

Find out more and turn your dream career into a reality… SIGN UP NOW FOR 2027!
https://elitesailing.co.uk/yachtmaster/fast-track/


Address

Chatham Maritime Marina, Leviathan Way
Chatham
ME44LP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 5pm - 7pm

Telephone

+441634890512

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