Solent Boat Training - www.solentboattraining.co.uk

He cancelled my attendance on the course due to illness and promised me a refund. A month later no refund and he is refusing to respond to my emails. Avoid this company at all costs.

Attended a one day marina skills practical course to brush up on docking skills since you can never get too much practice at this. Really enjoyed the day and came away with more knowledge and greater confidence. Highly recommended for any level of sailor. Thanks to my instructor for being an excellent instructor. December 2021.

I train adults for a living, in a totally different field, so am probably not the easiest participant (although I wouldn't dream of being difficult to a fellow facilitator.) So I didn't know what to expect....

However, the instructor knocked the ball out of the park on today's RYA Diesel course. Engaging, amusing, and totally credible (he even rolled up his sleeves on the first coffee break and fixed the coffee machine - not even a thought of calling "the engineers," and he had me from there on!) he made the programme a genuine pleasure.

I knew virtually nothing about diesel engines at 09.29 this morning; at the end of the session, I felt so confident and energised that I put off a drive to Yorkshire until tomorrow morning, and took a 90 minute detour to my boat to start checking out the air and fuel filters, check the exhaust elbow, and run the engine up to operating speed on my pontoon before heading home a very happy chap. Next stop I'll be doing a full service on my new (to me) boat and saving myself a small fortune.

100% bravo. Will be back for more. Thank you to my instructor - you're a star fella!!!

I am a beginner in boating. The course cove basic navigation knowledge as well. Course instructor can simplify the information to let you easily understand. Even I am very fresh in sailing. And he will provide some extra information related to different student's background. Highly recommend to Solent Boat Training.

Amazing PB2 course! My instructor was an amazing structure, had such a passion for what he does and so so knowledgeable. Glad we got him as an instructor! I think I have caught the bug..

Sadly I had to cancel my VHF course shortly before the due date due to a severe infection. I was advised to get back in contact at a later date. Unfortunately I’ve developed a joint condition so I’m unable to sail. I approached Solent for a refund on the course fee paid given the circumstances. This was refused citing their terms and conditions which is that no refund can be given within 14 days of your course. So be warned - you will lose your money if you cannot attend your course due to ill health and can’t give 2 weeks notice. In the circumstances any offer to rebook was no use to me. Very disappointed in the attitude of this company. Following my honest review on Trip Advisor the manager of Solent made a complaint about me to my employer, accused me of starting a smear campaign, misrepresented what I had said and called me a liar about my health condition.

Awesome!

Ok, i can't justify describing the course in one word, so i'll embelish a little further whilst trying not to wet myself with excitement.

Right from the start it was clear this merry bunch are professional and more importantly, passionate about what they do. I love that, it shows this isn't just a job to these guys, it's their life, they love it and that enthusiasm and passion rubbed-off on all of us pretty much instantly.

Our instructor (i'd love to name him personally, as he was a legend, but apparently i'm not allowed to) was awesome and knew his stuff. Teaching technique was spot-on, with a thorough explanation, demonstration and helping hand where needed. He made the five days of the course an absolute pleasure and we didn't want the fun to end.

The boat (Janbo) was immaculate, very spacious and seriously impressive. The rest of their fleet looked equally impressive. They've made some serious investments in their choice of vessels, and this showed.

The RYA Competent Crew course was great fun, very informative, packed full of hands-on sailing, both practical and theorectical. Right from the start getting everyone involved, working together to ensure the boat was managed safely, whilst showing everyone how much fun sailing is.

We sailed in a few varied-conditions for November, from force 6/7 winds, to dead-calm-no-wind-just-mist-and-fog. I loved it, especially all the night sailing and mooring-up the boat at various marinas at night. Basically, everything i expected and more. Very comprehensive and great fun.

The last day made it for all of us, a blast down to the Needles, quick about turn followed by a nice leisurely journey up the Solent back to base. For me, that was just the pinnacle of a perfect weekend of sailing.

The worst part of the course? When it ended...... none of us (instructor included!) wanted it to end, and we all promised to return for the Day Skipper course in March (I'm not sure i can wait that long!). We all parted as great friends (i'm getting teary here!) and i hope to see all the guys again soon.

What can i say? This was just the best experience ever and to quote Arnie....I'll be back (for more!).

Now then.....lets get that Sea Survival, Day Skipper and VHF course booked-up.....!

Change nothing guys, seriously, it was pefect.

I thoroughly enjoyed the course, our instructor was keen to share his high level of knowledge, demonstrated tasks in-depth, in both the practical aspect of boat handling and introduced us to basic navigation, the boat was just superb. The company are well organised and for sure I recommend SBT. Thank you, I am looking forward to taking another RYA course with you.

My son and myself have just completed the Level 2 Power Boat Course with www.solentboattraining.co.uk. This was our first real introduction to Powerboat and I must say we were both very nervous prior to starting the course. However the moment we arrived at the training centre, the instructor put us both at ease with his confident calm manner. The course touches on all aspects of powerboating and the combination of training room and practical application of skills on the water worked really well. Our instructor clearly explained the concepts and was very patient with all the students, especially as we were new to Boating. On the second day of training the weather was foul, but we were properly kitted out with suitable clothing and headed out onto the water. It was a great experience and clearly demonstrated that you need to be prepared for any eventuality when boating and with the right equipment and training /understanding of the environment and your limits you should be fine. Our instructor focused heavily on the safety aspects of boating and made us all think about the importance of planning ahead prior to setting out on the water. I would highly recommend Solent Boat Training, the instructors, equipment and tuition are excellent. Personally I will be heading back to them in order to take the next level of training to make me a safer and competent skipper on the water.

One-day First Aid course - excellent. This was my first time, all other students were updating existing First Aid qualification. Instructor went at a speed I could keep up with but without boring everyone else. Lively, memorable and good touches of humour. Also very practical in adapting first aid procedures to conditions of a boat at sea.