Flag Etiquette and Customs at Sea | Part 1 - Flag Etiquette
Ardent Training
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In this first part of our Customs and Flag Etiquette series, we dive into the traditions and rules behind flag etiquette at sea - when and how to display your flags correctly.
🟦 The Ensign – your vessel’s nationality and how to fly it correctly
🟩 The Burgee – representing your sailing club or association
🟥 Courtesy Flags – when visiting foreign ports or waters
🟨 House Flags – personal or organisation flags and where they belong
Perfect for sailors of all experience levels, this video will help you keep your flag etiquette shipshape and professional.
âš“ Watch Part 2 for more on customs procedures when entering foreign ports.
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So who are Ardent Training?...
🌊 Ardent Training is an online sailing school based in the stunning Scottish Hebrides. With our specially designed interactive learning platform and bespoke app, you can learn to sail anywhere, anytime, and at your own pace.
Our team of professional instructors are here to support you every step of the way — 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With all of our lessons in both video and text format, you can choose the learning style that suits you best.
As a student, you’ll also be invited to join our regular Student Masterclass Live Sessions for extra guidance and tips. When you complete your RYA theory qualifications with us, you’ll receive an internationally recognised certificate, ready to take to any sailing school in the world to begin your practical training.
🌊 Start your journey today: www.ardent-training.com - try our free trials and explore our courses.
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Also flying the Saltire - I got asked why are we still underway and making way and not stopped when flying the Saltire/M flag
Flag Etiquette and Customs at Sea | Part 1 - Flag Etiquette
Ardent Training
1,505 views
In this first part of our Customs and Flag Etiquette series, we dive into the traditions and rules behind flag etiquette at sea - when and how to display your flags correctly.
🟦 The Ensign – your vessel’s nationality and how to fly it correctly
🟩 The Burgee – representing your sailing club or association
🟥 Courtesy Flags – when visiting foreign ports or waters
🟨 House Flags – personal or organisation flags and where they belong
Perfect for sailors of all experience levels, this video will help you keep your flag etiquette shipshape and professional.
âš“ Watch Part 2 for more on customs procedures when entering foreign ports.
👉 Want to join the conversation live next time? Our sessions let you ask questions, share experiences, and learn together. Get in touch and we'll show you how!
🔔 Don’t forget to like, share and subscribe!
So who are Ardent Training?...
🌊 Ardent Training is an online sailing school based in the stunning Scottish Hebrides. With our specially designed interactive learning platform and bespoke app, you can learn to sail anywhere, anytime, and at your own pace.
Our team of professional instructors are here to support you every step of the way — 12 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With all of our lessons in both video and text format, you can choose the learning style that suits you best.
As a student, you’ll also be invited to join our regular Student Masterclass Live Sessions for extra guidance and tips. When you complete your RYA theory qualifications with us, you’ll receive an internationally recognised certificate, ready to take to any sailing school in the world to begin your practical training.
🌊 Start your journey today: www.ardent-training.com - try our free trials and explore our courses.
🎵 Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/