For me, this was the first time I had the opportunity to attend one of your courses, and I must say I was truly fascinated by the ability you convey through every gesture, every slide, and every comment.

You say that I am an experienced sailor, and I sincerely thank you for your esteem; however, as you know, humility must be our faithful companion every day. You manage to teach this as well, and it may well be one of the most valuable lessons of all.

I could go on describing the pleasure of having spent a week — which, by the way, flew by — listening to and learning from your immense nautical culture, and not only that. It was an experience that reaches deep inside.

Thank you, Leon, and I truly hope this is just the beginning of many future encounters.

With affection and esteem,

 

Paolo, Italy, HR53 owner, taking part on the RYA Ocean Theory, Malta, February 2026