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Tall Ships Youth Trust – South Coast Leadership Voyage 16-25 – Portsmouth

Imagine navigating a 72ft Challenger yacht, leading a team and making critical decisions in real-time. This is not just an ordinary sailing trip; it’s an opportunity to push your boundaries!

5-Night Leadership Voyage

This exhilarating 5-night sailing adventure is designed for young people eager to enhance their leadership skills and work alongside others who share a passion for challenge and the sea.

On a TSYT Leadership Voyage, you take the lead. Working as part of the crew, you’ll be responsible for navigation, passage planning and leading watches — all under the guidance of your professional skipper and mate.

Expect offshore and overnight sailing in dynamic conditions where teamwork, communication and decision-making are vital.

You’ll lead briefings and daily debriefs, motivate your team and develop confidence in managing tasks and people.

Along the way, you’ll refine your seamanship and navigation skills, learn to stay calm under pressure and discover how to lead with empathy and influence.

This voyage focuses on personal growth, helping you strengthen your leadership abilities and apply them back home in your community. It’s challenging, rewarding, and truly unforgettable.

Experience required: Some previous sailing or similar outdoor/residential experience is needed.

All meals on board included.

Course date:
Thu 15th Jan - Wed 21st Jan 2026
Course location:
Portsmouth
Course fee:
£870
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