Meet the Team

Dave Dobrijevic

Two sailors on a racing sailboat leaning out over the water for balance as they glide across a lake with houses in the background.

  • Design & Sailmaker

    Coach

  • B14, International 14, International 14

  • Merlin Rocket, International 14, B14

  • 4 times competitor

  • Redbull tideride winners

  • multiple race winner, 3rd, 4th and 5th and 9th in different world championships

Your Sailmaker

Our sail maker and designer out testing sails adjusting the sail fitment, this is a beautiful boat we have worked with Paul to improve the fit over the seasons.  For this unstayed rig

Dave Dobrijevic – Expert Sailmaker

Three Decades of Sailmaking & Design Excellence, hands-on experience in the sailmaking industry, Dave Dobrijevic is a craftsman driven by precision, performance, and a deep respect for the sea. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and a sailor’s intuition, Dave has built a reputation for designing, making and repairing sails that perform under pressure—whether racing, cruising, or tackling long-haul blue-water passages.

Dave’s journey began as a passionate sailor before he stepped into the world of sailmaking, blending his practical knowledge on the water with technical expertise in the loft. Over the years, he has worked with a wide range of yachts—from dinghies to offshore racing boats—helping sailors get the most out of their sails through custom designs, expert repairs, and honest advice.

Today, Dave leads his own loft with the same hands-on approach that earned him respect in the industry. Whether you're chasing knots or sunsets, Dave ensures every sail he works on is built to last, built to perform, and built for the adventure ahead.

Specialties:
– Custom sail design
– High-performance sail tuning
– Sail repairs & recuts
– Canvas work and marine covers, garden shades
– Honest, experience-based consultation

“Every sail tells a story. I’m here to make sure it’s a good one.”

Dave our sailmaker out testing Fireball sails, paused for a selfie

Sailmakers at the top of Chichester harbour

Our location in Emsworth on the West Sussex and Hampshire border

Puts us right in the heart of the south coast boating and yachting community

Dynamic Sailmakers, Unit 12c, The Wren Centre, Westbourne Road, Emsworth, PO10 7SU

Telephone

07929 467 333

Monday–Friday
10am–16:00pm

A black and white sail with the DS Dynamic Sails logo lying on a worktable in a workshop.

Sailmaking since 1995, my sailmaking background.

Super Yacht

Keel Boat

One design dinghy

high performance dinghy

Yacht sails both racing and performance cruise

Out tube kit bags are perfect for the day at the beach, take your swim gear dry and at the end of the day, chuck in your wet kit

Sailmaking in GB lowering travel miles of materials, locally sourced and stocked parts and made in Emsworth.

We blend some traditional skills with the latest technology to produce the most accurate, high quality sails possible.