DofE - Open Gold Sailing Expeditions
DofE Open Gold Sailing Expedition
If you want to go sailing for your expedition but you don't have a team, then you can join one or our DofE Open Sailing Expeditions. Join other like minded individuals, to undertake your training, practise and assessed expeditions from our UK base.
Completing a sailing expedition really is a rewarding experience, but don't take our word for it!
"I applied to the British Offshore Sailing School for a place to complete my Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) expedition. From the 5th to the 9th of August 2024, I experienced the journey of a lifetime. In my application, I expressed my hope that this adventure would challenge me and teach me new skills—and it exceeded my expectations. I left feeling stronger, more independent, and proud of how much I had grown.
Not only did I learn new skills, but I also had the opportunity to meet an incredible group of people. We worked together as a team, supporting each other through every task. It was inspiring to see how quickly we built trust and encouraged each other to take on new responsibilities, especially when things got challenging. The camaraderie we developed made the experience even more meaningful.
Our leader, Andy, was exceptional. His teaching style was clear, patient, and encouraging, which helped me make the most of every moment. He constantly motivated me to take on more responsibilities and embrace new challenges. Thanks to his guidance, I gained confidence in my abilities and truly maximised my experience.
One of the highlights was the night sailing, where everything around us felt beautifully serene and awe-inspiring.
I would absolutely recommend this expedition to anyone looking for a challenge, especially those who haven’t considered sailing before—it’s definitely worth exploring. Stepping out of my comfort zone made this one of the best weeks of my life, and I wholeheartedly encourage others to take that leap too. I would just like to say a big thank you for this experience!"
Elliana - August 2024 Expedition
Sailing From South Coast UK - 10 days programme including your presentation
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Two days - Yacht Familiarisation and Sail Skills - RYA Start Yachting
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Three days - Practice DofE Sailing Expedition
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Five days - Assessed DofE Sailing Expedition - Hamble - Cross Channel or UK South Coast
As part of your DofE programme you will be enrolled in the online Inter-active Essential Navigation and Seamanship online course (includes chart, plotting instruments and online support.)
The programme costs from £1,450 per person. The package can be taken in one block of time, over 10 days during the summer. Alternatively, it can be split into 2 phases; the training and practise expedition together over 5 days (Easter or Summer half term), followed by the 5-day assessed expedition over the summer. If splitting the Programme in to 2 phases, it is not possible to mix and match dates - you will need to sail with the same participants for both the practise and assessed expeditions.
DofE requirements are that you complete your practice expedition in the UK, however weather permitting and subject to the strength of the crew it may be possible to go over to France for the assessed expedition.
Prices include food, accommodation, mooring fees, fuel, wet weather gear and VAT where appropriate.
Your expedition will have an aim and your findings and the information that you record during your sailing expedition will form the basis of your final expedition presentation. Click here for some guidance and suggested aims that may suit your DofE sailing expedition.
Guide Price £1,450 per person
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