Leadership Voyages & Discovery Journeys

Along the Atlantic Coast

Aboard a 70-foot classic schooner sailing the Atlantic coast of West Cork, Ireland.

Spirit of Ostend is a classic sailing vessel operating along the Atlantic coasts. She hosts voyages that combine seamanship, shared responsibility, and time for reflection.

Some journeys are designed for people who carry leadership responsibility. Others are open discovery journeys for those who want to experience life at sea, no sailing experience required.

Facilitated voyages along Ireland’s southern and western coasts, where people who already carry responsibility find space for conversation, reflection, and sound judgement in the demanding and generous conditions of life at sea.

Leadership Voyages

Book on the helm of Spirit of Ostend during a leadership voyage along the Irish Atlantic coast.

Open sailing voyages for individuals, couples, and small groups who want to experience life on board Spirit, with shared work, changing landscapes, and unhurried time at sea.

Discovery Journeys

Wild coastal landscape of Scilly Islans, UK near the sailing routes of Spirit of Ostend.

An introduction to the rhythm of daily life on Spirit: sailing, watchkeeping, shared meals, maintenance, and quiet moments underway and at anchor.

Life on Board

Deck of the classic schooner Spirit of Ostend while sailing along the Atlantic coast of Ireland.

Spirit of Ostend

The story of the vessel: her history, refit, craftsmanship and seafaring tradition

Aerial view of the classic schooner Spirit of Ostend sailing in open Atlantic waters.