Yacht Charter, Sailing Courses - Testimonials
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This is a small selection of comments made on 'feed back forms' during the beginning of our 2010 season. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we do!
Dear Andy/Jay,
I know I made some notes on the feedback form at the end of the trip yesterday but I just wanted to add some more.
'Jasper was incredibly patient putting up with 4 very strong willed women on the course and through his calm and reasurring approach, along with his excellent cullinary skills, managed to have us all eating out of the palm of his hand after the first day!
It was a pleasure to have him as our trainer for the week-he brought out the best in all of us and I came away not only feeling a lot more confident in my ability but also with a desire to return to do my coastal skipper. He is a credit to Trysail'.
Many thanks again, Kate
(Day Skipper) Oct 2010
Andy,
'Just a quick email to say thank you very much for all your help with this course. Jasper was an inspired choice for instructor on an all girls course - he had the right mixture of patience and sense of humour to deal with us. We have had a great week and would definitely recommend you to other friends in the future'. Thank you so much. Kirstin
(Day Skipper) Oct 2010
'Thanks for a wonderful experience. The course exceeded my expectations.
Great food, Great company and top Skipper. Well done Jay thanks for all your advice.Have already convinced my mate to complete a comp crew course whilst i do the day skipper so see you soon. Cheers Bruce'.
Bruce
(Competent Crew) Aug 2010
'I have just completed my Day Skipper practical and had a fantastic week all thanks to Andy our skipper. A consummate professional with a upbeat and friendly approach. The course was clearly well prepared and structured, delivered in bit size chunks. A great team leader and skipper, quick to praise and a real desire for you to succeed. The yacht was immaculate and the when not instructing Andy was producing fabulous meals forus. It’s handy that he’s also a chef. I guarantee you will come away with a arsenal of practical and invaluable knowledge, a great experience and a smile on your face." Tonksey
(Day Skipper) July 2010
“If in doubt about starting out, just do it…the Start yachting course, delivered by Jay, was one of the most singularly rewarding, challenging, fun, and deeply rewarding things I’ve done in ages. I left a crappy day at work at 5pm, and by 5 minutes past 5, all was well with the world. Special thanks also to Andy.” Patrick
(Start Yachting) June 2010
'Had a fantastic time & learnt a lot, ready for the Day Skipper next time' - Tony
(Comp Crew) May 2010
'Great weekend. Look forward to more sailing with Trysail' - Nigel
(Comp Crew) May 2010
'Superb food. Great instruction. Enjoyed every minute. Many Thanks' - John
(Coastal Skipper) April 2010
'Thought everything was excellent. Instruction, food etc. excellent. Andy made the whole learning process fun as well as challenging'- Roger
(Coastal Skipper) April 2010
'Just Like to say how fantastic it all was. Frist class. Thanks everyone, can't wait to return' - Melanie
(Day Skipper) April 2010
Thoroughly enjoyed both weekends, very interesting and great fun! Jay is a great instructor' - Sam
(Comp Crew) April 2010
' Andy is a superb encouraging teacher who has a flare for developing people. I will treasure sailing under the stars! Thanks for making me feel safe enough to push my boundaries - bless you' - Joy
(Comp Crew) April 2010
'Thank you. A Great week. Best use of available time in order to cover skills needed. Great Food! Very democratic process- choosing destinations' - Ginny
(Mileage) April 2010
'Really enjoyed the whole atmosphere, relaxing style but very informative. Azenor is a lovely boat- very safe feeling. Food fantastic too!' - Vicky
(Coastal Skipper) March 2010
'The catering on board & the friendliness & the skipper made the whole week' - Tim
(Coastal Skipper) March 2010
'Jay should be canonised as he has the patience of a saint!' - Dave
(Day Skipper) March 2010
This is a small selection of comments made on 'feed back forms' during our 2009 season. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we do!
'I have just completed a prep week and exam for Yachtmaster Offshore with Trysail. The whole experiance was outstanding and I'm thrilled to have learnt so much in such a warm and friendly environment. Your ability to teach us, build our confidence, and help us work as a tight team (all whilst providing excellent food) truly sets you apart
Also i thank you for maintaining such a strong focus on our individual as well as team needs. I have recommended you to friends and family and will continue to do so,' - Jasper
(Yachtmaster) Sept 2009
'Perfect in every way. Great Weekend. Nothing was too much trouble' - Stuart
(Start Yachting) Sept 2009
'I would recommend Trysail for everyone, absolute beginner upwards. What a fantastic introduction to sailing - even for chickens like me :) Great Company & Great Grub' - Jan
(Start Yachting) Sept 2009
'Great Time - will defiantly recommend!! Thanks' - 'We all had a fantastic week, thanks Andy' - ' Overall, Excellent Experience!' - Chris, Colin & Duncan
(Scillies Cruise) Sept 2009
'We had a brilliant time and cannot think of how the course could be improved. A big thank you to Mark who made it a very memorable couple of days for all of us.)' - Nicholls Family
(Start Yachting) Aug 2009
'An excellent week, really loved Andy, enthusiastic, careful about what he was teaching and keen. Food was excellent & I really appreciated care taken to my wheat free diet! Andy provided a good range of challenging and more easy options and was keen to find learning opportunities. Very thorough' - Miranda
(Day Skipper) July 2009
'I thoroughly enjoyed the course and have come away with a real passion for sailing and determination to complete my Day Skipper. I was really impressed with Trysail and appreciated the care and attention Andy gave to all of us. Whether cooking fantastic meals, dealing with nervous crew or patiently explaining for the 4th time how to do something! It was brilliant and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Trysail....in fact I already have.' - Kate (Competent Crew) July 2009
'Overall excellent. Impressive attention to Safety, so good that not much to improve on. Thoroughly recommend it and commend the instructor.)' - Dimitrios
(Competent Crew) June 2009
'The course far exceeded my expectations. Andy was infectiously passionate and taught exceptionally well. I left having found a new love.' - Abi
(Competent Crew) June 2009
'The instructor pays a lot of attention not only to teaching but also tries to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. He encourages the crew to work as a team making them all friend by the end of the course. This course gives you a great taste of a yachtsman's way of life! )' - Vitaliy
(Channel Is Cruise) June 2009
This is a small selection of comments made on 'feed back forms' during our 2008 season. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we do!
'Could not fault it. Great time!' - Charlie
(Day Skipper) March 2008
'5 Stars - Mark was energetic and enthusiastic. I really enjoyed the course' - Charlotte
(Comp Crew) April 2008
'Fantastic week, Mark helped me through the preperation for my Yachtmaster exam with a realxed and good humoured approach. Thanks for a great week ;)' - Andrew
(Yachtmaster) April 2008
'Great Yacht, well maintained and clean. Andy was very knowledgable, understanding and effective at communicationg. I couldn't recommend anything to improve the course!' Steve U
(Day Skipper) May 2008
'We had a great week; food was excellent and enjoyed the pace of the course. The instructor was fun and relaxed, I hope to come on a mileage course next year' - Steve F
(Day Skipper) May 2008
'I can speak for all the family when I say we had a wonderful time! All the girls did so well and made me very proud! Andy was extremely patient and knowledgeable Just what we needed before our Med. Charter' - Carpenter Family
(Day Skipper/ Comp Crew) May 2008
'Wicked time Andy! Thanks mate' - Tom
(Start Yachting) May 2008
'Can't imagine how this course could be improved! Fab food, company. Enjoyed the course and feel I have learned SO much. Thank you' - Jackie
(Day Skipper) June 2008
'Excellent course + gourmet food as well - well done!' - Max
(Day Skipper) June 2008
'Tigger was the best boat we have chartered so far; we'll see you next year...' Tony & Crew
(Bareboat Charter) June 2008
'It was perfect!' - Carol
(Channel Island Mileage Course) June 2008
'Fantastic Sailing, great weather, great company and great food!!' - Jane
(Channel Island Mileage Course) June 2008
'Book me in for next year!' - Steve
(Channel Island Mileage Course) June 2008
'Overall, I have very much enjoyed the course. Andy set a good atmosphere right from the outset, and was very knowledgeable' - Chris
(Day Skipper) June 2008
'An Amazing Week! - I'm Hooked and can't wait to come back to do more!! Thanks' - Mel -
(Comp Crew) June 2008
'As this was my first time on a boat I feel the course was great! I don't how you could improve the course as it was run very well. The webpage needs a bit more for women. All the meals we brill nothing like what I expected. Thank you.' - Rose
(Comp Crew) June 2008
'I did not know what to expect, had images of a bit official (sailing pomp!)But Andy makes you feel at ease and relaxed immediately. When you feel relaxed from the off I feel you can learn quicker. He also has humour to make it feel like a holiday around the teaching. If I decided to do another course I wouldn't go anywhere else. We will recommend Trysail. Cheers' - Ray
(Day Skipper) June 2008
'Mark was great, learnt a bucket load and caught fish! Would like better wet gear.' - Stewart
(Day Skipper) June 2008
(Sorted Stu, 12 brand new sets of quality gear bought after this comment! Thanks mate - we love feedback)
'I enjoyed the course, learnt what I needed to learn and more. The instructor was keen to exchange his knowledge and in a professional manner. Food was excellent' - Nigel
(Comp Crew) July 2008
'Given me the confidence to enter the exam where initial self estimates were low. Able to confidence and knowledge to go further. Thank you Mark' - Al
(Yachtmaster) July 2008
'Everything was excellent, and Andy made it a real pleasure to learn. He deserves 3 stars on all counts' - Elsa
July 08
'Would have loved another day - But very much surpassed my first time experience - Cliff
(Start Yachting) August 2008
Great week, so many fond memories. Thank you' - The Mills Family
(Skippered Charter) August 2008
'Beats driving an ambulance! Thanks for a great week Andy, I have learnt so much.' - Andy
(Day Skipper) August 2008
'Dear Andy, Peter and Mark - Just to thank you for an excellent course. Best wishes David'
(Yachtmaster) Sept 2008 (via email)
'Andy was an excellent tutor - very patient and intuitive' - Sharrow
(Start Yachting) Oct 2008
'Great Experience with variety + amazed how much learn in short time' - Trevor
(Start Yachting) Oct 2008
'Perfect course with a perfect outcome! Thank you Trysail, after trying other sailing schools, I would recommend you every time!' - John
(Yachtmaster) Nov 2008
