suffolk coast sailing
Having grown up sailing dinghies and yachts, Robin joined the Merchant Navy from
school and soon became a Navigating Officer on general cargo ships trading to
all parts of the globe. Coming ashore, Robin’s varied but essentially marine
career, took him through marine electronics, HM Coastguard and Harbour Master.
Entering a sort of semi-retirement in 2014 he and his wife, Teresa, cruised
their own boat to the east coast of Sweden. Since then, Robin has enjoyed
instructing RYA practical and shorebased courses. “Improving nautical skills is
of course hugely important,” Robin says, “but I also like to get across the
‘essence’ of life onboard a boat – to experience and appreciate the marine
environment around us”. Keith Profile Keith Miller RYA Yachtmaster Instructor
Keith has over 20 years boating experience in both motor and sail. He is a RYA
Yachtmaster Instructor and also has teaching qualifications for power boats and
VHF radio. He has 3 Fastnet races to his name as well as a number of round
Britain cruises, all as skipper. He has worked on the East Coast as an
instructor for more than 10 years, as well as spending several seasons in
Malaysia with Langkawi Sailing School. Keith is also a senior martial arts
instructor for adults and children, and a founder member of the South Eastern
Taekwando group. Asked why he does what he does Keith says ‘I just get a huge
buzz from passing on my love of sailing to others, and helping them to develop
their skills and experience.’
