Competence assessment - Sailboat
2023-12-01 09:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Port Hamble Marina, Satchell Lane, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
This one day assessment is the fastest way for experienced skippers to get on the water and demonstrate competence.
You will focus on the core skills required to safely skipper sailboats within the Pure Latitude fleet. With up to three members onboard, you will each be asked to assume the role of skipper to demonstrate your ability and understanding of:

Boat checks
Safety briefings
Boat handling under both sail and motor
IRPCS.

Please allow adequate time to prepare a passage plan for the day. It should be submitted to the office three days prior to the assessment date.
Before booking an assessment please ensure you’ve completed the First Booking Form and have read our guidance on passing your competence assessment

Motor training - Riverboat
2023-12-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Stevens 34 Riverboat ‘Pure Carma’, Windsor Marina (MDL), United Kingdom
Spend the day getting to know the non tidal Thames on our Stevens 34 ‘Pure Carma’. Learn the bylaws and how to navigate in confined waters, operate a lock, and understand how the stream affects boat handling on the river. This full day training experience is ideal for any sailor or motor boater looking to try out inland waterways. Prior riverboat experience is not required.

Sail training - Furling asymmetric
2023-12-02 09:00 - 17:00
Join for a day of hands-on spinnaker training and learn how to rig and fly furling asymmetric sail with ease.
This one-day event is aimed at introducing members to the furling asymmetric available for the Oceanis 30.1s. The ‘furling spiannker’ aids light wind performance and is quick and easy to deploy when required – a great Summer sail. The day will cover everything needed for an experienced sailor to start using this downwind sail in light airs. Members will have the opportunity to both helm and crew while flying the spinnaker.
Throughout the day you will cover:
– Rigging, hoisting, and dropping.
– Gybing
– True and apparent wind
– Sailing angles
– Wind ranges
– Safety
– Sail care and seamanship
Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a novice, this spinnaker training event is the perfect opportunity to enhance your sailing skills and enjoy informative and fun day on the water.

Sail training - RYA Coastal skipper
2023-12-04 09:00 - 2023-12-08 17:00 | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 ‘Pure Intent’, Port Hamble Marina, Southampton, SO31 4QD
If you’re serious about developing your skippering skills, then the 5-day RYA coastal skipper practical course covers advanced skippering techniques – ideal if you already have a strong sailing and navigational skill base (YM theory) and now want to undertake coastal passages by day and night.
You’ll skipper suitably demanding passages and learn more about pilotage by day and night, boat handling, passage planning, safety and emergency situations. It’s an intensive week – be prepared for some hard work. You will be sleeping onboard and visiting ports along the south coast.
Please note this training event is also suitable for anyone looking to build miles and develop their skills with intensive training – so even if you’re not ready to successfully complete the coastal skipper course, this is a really comprehensive week that will take your skills and knowledge forward to the next level.
Price: 100 points or £1400 per person
Marina fees away from the home berth and food onboard are not included.

Learn more about the RYA coastal skipper course

Sail training - Strong wind techniques
2023-12-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Port Hamble Marina, Satchell Lane, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
This event is ideal for sailors wanting to develop their strong wind sailing techniques. You’ll be guided by a professional instructor who will help you develop your confidence and offer expert advice across the following:
· Weather forecast and passage plan/decision making.
· Boat and crew preparation for heavy weather before you depart.
· Heavy weather tips on all points of sail.
· Sail plans and reefing (upwind and downwind).
· Understanding the sea state / choosing your tack.
· Manoeuvring in heavy seas.
· Longer passage considerations.
The Pure Latitude team has an impressive range of skills to offer, but controlling the weather unfortunately isn’t one of them! Strong winds are not guaranteed but what we can promise is a robust, in-depth day of training that will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to take your skippering to the next level, whatever the weather.

Sail training – Your choice
2023-12-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-12 09:00 - 17:00
Join with other members and benefit from a 2:1 student-instructor ratio for a high-quality training experience! The syllabus is run on a “your choice” basis covering key skill areas as chosen by the attending members with a professional PL instructor on hand to help you to hone those skills!
This is also a great introduction to twin rudder handling.
The choice of skills to cover can include the following areas:
• Sail Trim
• Marina Handling
• Anchoring & Mooring
• Systems
• Safety at sea
• Pilotage
• Passage Planning
• Electronic Navigation
Please email info@purelatitude.com with your preferred skill to cover prior to the event.

Motor training - RYA Powerboat level 2
2023-12-13 09:00 - 2023-12-14 17:00
This two-day RYA course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat (outboard engine). It covers low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed and collision regulations.
Learn more about the RYA powerboat level 2 course

Sail training - RYA Coastal skipper
2023-12-13 09:00 - 2023-12-17 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom

Motor training: Merry Fisher 895
2023-12-14 09:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-24 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-25 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Merry Fisher 895 ‘Pure Pêche’, Lymington Yacht Haven, Lymington, United Kingdom
Take the helm of our Merry Fisher 895 ‘Pure Pêche’ for a day of high quality motor training. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor you will focus on close quarter maneuvers and boat handling techniques for twin outboards, as well as other key skills.
For members with appropriate motorboat experience, this day can also include a competence assessment.

Motor training – Axopar 28
2023-12-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-26 09:00 - 17:00
This one day training and familiarisation event for members holding a powerboat level 2 and day skipper theory qualification, covers everything you need to know for an enjoyable powerboat trip out in the Solent. Our instructor will cover high-speed manoeuvres, close quarter boat handling, coming alongside, engine checks, anchoring and navigation. You will come away feeling more confident in your powerboating skills and the day can also include a competence assessment.

Motor training – Axopar 28 (Lymington)
2024-01-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Axopar 28 ‘Pure Coincidence’, Port Hamble Marina, United Kingdom

Sail training - Park it like a pro
2024-01-11 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 348 ‘Pure Energy’, Port Hamble Marina
Our most popular event day literally teaches you how to park your sailing boat like a pro. Leaving and coming back to your berth is often the most nerve wracking part of the day – but it really needn’t be. Build your confidence and learn new skills from an RYA instructor who will teach you how to use the wind, tide, prop walk and prop wash to your advantage.
This full day event is open to both experienced and new skippers and covers everything required for a perfect park. You will plan your manoeuvre, communicate with your crew and gain plenty of hands on practice mooring the boat in a variety of conditions.

Motor training - RYA Powerboat level 2
2024-01-13 09:00 - 2024-01-14 17:00
This two-day RYA course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat (outboard engine). It covers low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planning speed and collision regulations.
Learn more about the RYA powerboat level 2 course

Sail training – Skipper it like a pro
2024-01-18 09:00 - 2024-01-19 17:00 | Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 ‘Pure Intent’, Port Hamble Marina, Southampton, SO31 4QD
The ultimate bite sized training block! Whether you are a newly qualified day skipper or are looking to consolidate previous experience, this intensive 2 day event is a great way to develop 3 key skill areas.
Starting with a sail trim and reefing session, you’ll get lots of hands on experience and benefit from the top tips and best practices from a PL instructor. As day turns to night, you’ll work through a serious of navigational exercises before overnighting in a Solent marina away from Port Hamble (choice dependent on weather). Day 2 will focus on marina boat handling both in the morning and on return to Port Hamble, with more sail trim and navigational work covered on the return leg to Port Hamble.
Join with other members and benefit from a 2:1 student-instructor ratio for a high quality training experience!
Marina fees away from the home berth and food onboard are not included.

Sail training – Skipper it like a pro
2024-01-18 09:00 - 2024-01-19 17:00, 2024-01-31 09:00 - 2024-02-01 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom

Sailing social
2024-01-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Port Hamble Marina, Satchell Lane, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
No experience is needed to sign up for this informal sailing day, led by one of our RYA instructors. Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun day out with likeminded members.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board, or at anchor (please bring your own lunch).

Competence assessment - Sailboat
2024-01-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 348 ‘Pure Energy’, Port Hamble Marina

Pure Latitude Ski Trip
2024-01-26 - 2024-02-02 | Val D’Isere
Join the trip to Val d ‘Isere. Val is an excellent all round resort with plenty of variety to cater for all ski abilities, from beginner to guided off-piste. Join Martin for the full week or a just a few days.
Rather than tie everyone into one large group staying together, we prefer to be more flexible and ask that you book your preferred style of accommodation, travel and indeed trip duration from the extensive range of options available. We’ll meet at 09.30 every day, usually at the Olympic lift, and make route choices dependent on conditions (bring your charts!) We’ll also meet after skiing and for some evening meals out. Please let us know if you are interested and we’ll co-ordinate, put people in touch and share ideas.
Please email info@purelatitude.com for further details.

Sail training - Strong wind techniques
2024-01-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Jeanneau 389 ‘Pure Pressure’, Port Hamble Marina, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom

Sail training - RYA day skipper or competent crew
2024-01-29 09:00 - 2024-02-02 17:00
Complete the 5 day RYA Day Skipper sail or Competent Crew course. The 5 days will teach you to take charge and set sail with confidence on a sailing yacht in local waters. You will visit different ports around the Solent to practice your pilotage and boat handling skills.
Marina fees away from the home berth and food onboard are not included.
Please note you should complete your RYA Day Skipper Theory prior to the practical course.
You will need to purchase the RYA G158 Yachtmaster scheme book and bring it along with you to the course. Please also bring along a passport photo for your certificate.
Learn more about the RYA day skipper course
