Prometheus Sailing

Prometheus Sailing is one of the UK’s leading sailing schools, based at Port Solent on the south coast of England. Operating a large fleet of charter yachts, the company delivers a wide range of sailing experiences, from professional training to competitive racing programmes. 

Prometheus is recognised for its mission to make sailing more accessible, welcoming individuals, groups and corporate teams onto the water through training courses, charters and race events. 

Partnership with Henri-Lloyd

Henri-Lloyd is the Official Performance Clothing Partner to Prometheus Sailing as part of a multi-year collaboration focused on performance, accessibility and safety at sea. 

Through the partnership: 

  • Prometheus sailing staff are equipped with Henri-Lloyd’s latest high-performance technical apparel. 
  • Shore-based personnel will also wear new Henri-Lloyd uniforms. 
  • Customers on training courses and charters can use Henri-Lloyd Biscay jackets and Coastal salopettes, ensuring proper protection even if they do not yet own sailing kit. 
  • Prometheus clients receive preferential pricing on Henri-Lloyd clothing and accessories. 

Racing and Events

Prometheus is widely known for its Rock Up and Race programme, which allows sailors of all experience levels to join race crews or charter entire boats to compete in major events including: 

  • Cowes Week 
  • Round the Island Race 

The partnership also includes: 

  • The Henri-Lloyd Racing Series, a five-event regatta series running from March to October from Port Solent. 
  • A final championship race in November between the top two teams from each regatta. 
  • One of Prometheus’ Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 41 yachts branded as the Henri-Lloyd boat. 
  • Competitions offering opportunities to win places in major races, including Cowes Week. 

Shared Vision

The collaboration reflects a shared belief that sailing should be accessible without compromising performance or safety. By equipping instructors, crews and newcomers with reliable technical apparel, the partnership helps ensure more people can experience sailing in comfort and confidence.