Claire Tibbott

Claire grew up in South East England where she learnt to sail Optimists on a local reservoir when she was 5 years old. She has since sailed throughout her life, in roles ranging from assisting the running of a disabled sailing charity to seasons spent abroad teaching guests at Sunsail beach clubs. Claire’s interest in and passion for the ocean and the marine environment was instilled early on which led to her studying to become a Marine Biologist and subsequently working in the field of fisheries management. As a qualified Divemaster and freediver she continues to dive and explore the local environment whenever she can. With a love of sailing a move into the superyachting industry seemed obvious and for the last 7 years she has gained experience on both cruising and racing yachts. She is currently the Stewardess on Sail Yacht Sojana, the trophy winning Farr design racing ketch. Claire loves to travel, explore and meet new people whilst getting involved in worthwhile projects, such as Maiden that make a difference to the local people and environment around her. Claire is currently working on a plan alongside Antigua’s local authorities to make recycling and waste management in English harbour an established and sustainable practice that will benefit the surrounding environment for generations to come. When she is not working or striving to be an ecowarrior, she can be found in her happy place – kitesurfing!