Free Webinar: Crossing the Channel for the First Time

Master the Tides, Traffic, and Protocols for a Stress-Free European Passage

Planning your first cross-Channel passage is an exciting milestone for any sailor, but it can also feel daunting. From dodging heavy shipping in the Dover Strait and managing complex tides to navigating post-Brexit customs paperwork, careful preparation is everything.

Join the senior instructional team at Elite Sailing for a free, interactive 60-minute webinar designed to give you the practical knowledge, confidence, and real-world tools to plan and execute a safe, smooth passage across the English Channel.

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🎯 What You’ll Learn

  • Tidal Strategy & Passage Planning: How to use the powerful tides of the Dover Strait and English Channel to your advantage.

  • Mastering the TSS (Traffic Separation Scheme): Clear, practical rules on how to cross shipping lanes legally, safely, and stress-free under Colreg Rule 10.

  • VHF & Radio Protocols: Channel selection, essential Coastguard/VTS reporting, and effective bridge-to-bridge communications.

  • Weather & Contingency Planning: Setting safe weather windows, evaluating sea states, and picking reliable bolt-holes along the UK and French coasts.

  • Post-Brexit Customs & Entry Procedures: Up-to-date guidance on French ports of entry, courtesy flags, passports, and C1331 customs forms.

  • Live Q&A with Senior Instructors: Have your specific passage questions answered live by our experienced professional skippers.

👤 Who Should Attend?

This masterclass is ideal for:

  • Day Skippers planning their first skippered offshore passage.

  • Boat owners looking to gain confidence leaving coastal waters.

  • Competent Crew wanting a deeper understanding of passage planning.

  • Aspiring offshore sailors preparing for longer European cruises.

📅 Event Details & Registration

  • When: Mon Dec 7th. 19:30 – 20:30 (UTC)

  • Duration: 60 Minutes (45-min masterclass + 15-min Live Q&A)

  • Location: Online (Access link provided upon registration)

  • Cost: FREE

  • Registration: Click here to register