ClubCoastalHaslar, Gosport, HampshirePortsmouth Harbour and the Solent
Phoenix Yacht Club
Beginner
Start
Can a beginner start here?
Yacht cruising, Yacht racing
Beginner
The club says complete beginners are welcome, people can sail without experience, and PYC skippers ensure a suitable crew skill mix.
Training
Phoenix Yacht Club says it is an RYA Training Centre offering practical courses for members including Competent Crew and Day Skipper, plus informal and club skills training.
Phoenix Yacht Club is a member-run yacht club based at Haslar Marina, operating club-owned yachts for Solent cruising, racing, and RYA training, with a trial option for prospective members.
The FAQ says members can sail with children or grandchildren, subject to club rules and parent/guardian responsibility for minors' safety equipment.
Access· Unclear
No current public official source was found with access needs, disability access, step-free access, or adapted sailing information.
Costs
Costs, membership, and boats
Prices
2026/27 fees are published. Adult membership is GBP 250.00 per year; spouse/partner and 18-25 adult membership are GBP 125.00; introductory membership is GBP 50.00. Sailing fees are listed by season from GBP 44.00 per day. Training fees are GBP 40.00 per day additional to sailing fees. Trip expenses such as engine hours, marina fees, and food are shared by crew.
Official site describes a member-run club owning and running two yachts from Haslar Marina, used for cruising and RYA training, with a 30-day trial option before annual membership.
The club owns two yachts used by members, and suitably qualified members can be assessed as club skippers and book yachts. No public boat hire offer was found.
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