A hell of a week, good people, amazing wind (gales baby!), serious night sailing, tonnes of food with a sprinkling of spinnakers.
The Hamble School of Yachting was brillant, very professional and easy going. The theory teacher Alison Noice literally wrote the book on the subject, and practical instructor Seb passed on more wisdom than we could have hoped for.
For those looking for somewhere nearer Brighton to do such a course try Mustang Sailing, they offer a full spectrum of courses as well.