Not all of our training is for RYA Certification. A lot of it falls outside of the RYA Yachtmaster Scheme, particularly in respect of Mile Building for RYA/MCA Yachtmaster qualifying criteria. However, we still use RYA qualified instructors for ALL our training in order to give our students the benefit of our instructors knowledge and experience.
MILE & EXPERIENCE BUILDING
December 2016
Patrice
“Good. Thank you. Clear explanations when questions are asked. It is good to see room is given to allow students to make mistakes (within safe limits) so they can learn from them.” Did we meet Patrice’s expectations? – “Yes”
June 2016
Raphael
“It’s all about the instructor and the boat and Miramar delivered on both counts. Our instructor, Lea is a fine coach with a great understanding of the RYA curriculum, and a wealth of practical tips gained through his own experience. Lea’s coaching style is direct and no nonsense. He will gradually let you take control and the feeling of achievement after 6 weeks is fantastic.” Did we meet Raphael’s expectations? – “Yes”
May 2016
Maria
“Pippa is an amazing instructor and mentor – having no previous experience with longer passages there was never a moment where I felt unsafe or worried at all. In these 5 days I have learnt so much and that is thanks to Pippa who never took a break from teaching.” Did we meet Maria’s expectations? – “Yes!!!”
May 2016
Mario
“Pippa is an excellent instructor and sailor. She explained everything in detail, hands-on with a great balance between theoretical aspects and practical., hands-on demonstration. I have learnt a lot, brushed up previous knowledge, learnt important new techniques. In my planned future coursework, I am definitely back!” Did we meet Mario’s expectations? – “Yes! and more!”
April 2016
“JL”
“Instruction was good. Learned some basic navigation techniques as well as larger boat handling skills. Thoroughly enjoyable!! Thank you!! Instructor was patient and encouraging.” Did we meet JL’s expectations? – “Yes”
April 2016
Adam
“Very well organised class. Plenty of little hints from Pippa on what to look for and focus on in order to improve our performance. First time around the islands in the month. Sailing was combined with a bit of sight seeing. I really enjoyed it!.” Did we meet Adam’s expectations? – “Yes”
April 2016
Azat
“Amazing instructor. Gave exceptional advice and shared her knowledge. Great experience!” Did we meet Azat’s expectations? – “Yes”
March 2016
Adam
“Rich is very easy going and calm. It sticks on students. The trip was very intense. Rough weather, technical problems. It was, on the other hand an extremely good learning experience. It is nice to have the freedom to test our ideas and learn from our mistakes. Rich is always ready to step in or give suggestions. We gradually get more responsibilities which I feel is needed.” Did we meet Adam’s expectations? – “Yes”
February 2016
James
“All very good, we got to choose our own passages over the 2 weeks, taking in a number of other islands. Spending Fridays on close quarters manoeuvres, and other skills. Very enjoyable 2 weeks. “Did we meet James’s expectations? – “Yes”
February 2016
Anna
“Good instruction. Good fellow crew. Good sailing. Good week.” Did we meet James’s expectations? – “Yes”
February 2016
Samantha
“Great week out on the water putting into practice a lot of things already learned and learning more. Great to be able to clock 300nm and do two 28 hour sails. Pippa was fab as usual.”
February 2016
Nick
“Interesting week, taking on some rougher seas really helped building my confidence and boat handling skills. The week was structured well, after 4 long days of sailing, exercises around Jolly Harbour felt like a well deserved rest. Seeing the volcano in Montserrat was good.” Did we meet Nick’s expectations? – “Yes”
February 13/16
Peter
“Very good patience and understanding of people very good. Instructor clear and to the point.” Did we meet Peter’s expectations? – “Yes!”
February 2016
Matthew
“Ian provided great instruction. He addressed my questions and provided challenges that made the course interesting. Ian looks to the next level so that I could see beyond completing the task at hand. I look forward to taking Yachtmaster prep with Ian when I have more experience.” Did we meet Matthew’s expectations? – “Yes & more”
February 2016
James
“Another good week. It was a good chance to test out and get a feel for longer passages. Meeting the Atlantic Challenge rowers was a fantastic experience as well as a good nav exercise.” Did we meet James’s expectations? – “Yes”
February 2016
Nick
“Brilliant week! After a 2 week spell on land getting to sea again was great. Seeing the rowers coming in after their Atlantic Challenge was a good navigational exercise. Very interesting and fun. Also seeing Barbuda was great.”
SKILLS CLINIC
December 2016
Sandy
“Pippa is clear, concise, very patient and has a great sense of humour. Her instructions and teaching are easy to understand and she explains very well why we are doing what we are doing. I am happy to be coming back next week.” Did we meet Sandy’s expectations? – “Yes”
December 2016
John
“Very good clear and practical instruction. Nice and relaxed approach. It was good to learn from each other in the group. Having a mixture of skill levels and qualifications was very good. Overall excellent consolidation for the Day Skipper I did the week before.” Did we meet John’s expectations? – “Yes”
June 2016
Sabrina
“Really nice teaching. Patient and strict. I wish I could learn more during the week”
April 2016
Maria
“Richard is a great instructor. Very attentive to all crews’s needs. Had a great experience with night pilotage.” Did we meet Maria’s expectations? – “Yes.”
February 2016
Peter
“Very good patience and understanding of people very good. Instructor clear and to the point.” Did we meet Peter’s expectations? – “Yes!”
February 2016
Matthew
“Ian provided great instruction. He addressed my questions and provided challenges that made the course interesting. Ian looks to the next level so that I could see beyond completing the task at hand. I look forward to taking Yachtmaster prep with Ian when I have more experience.” Did we meet Matthew’s expectations? – “Yes & more”
February 2016
Kathleen
“Ian was amazing! I really appreciate how he tailored lessons to each student’s individual needs. Within the first day we had a conversation about wanted I wanted to achieve, and that is exactly what he made sure I got out of the course. I loved the “hands on” approach. One of my expectations was to be able to rescue my husband should he fall overboard while we are alone on board (which is most of the time). The chance to use the actual equipment, to get in the water and see how it would actually go down, was extremely empowering. I now feel confident handling several possible emergency situations on my own. Thank you Ian!.” Did we meet Kathleen’s expectations? – “Yes!”
February 2016
Billy
“Having come 3 years now this year as the past 2 have been perfect. Ian is very patient, knowledgeable and willing to share personal techniques to make everything more understandable. I have learned so much and am looking forward to many more years of sailing with Miramar. Thanks again Ian.” Did we meet Billy’s expectations? – “Over & above”
February 2016
Anna
“Just what I wanted to be learning- now I want more!” Did we meet Anna’s expectations? – “Absolutely”
