RYA Day Skipper Theory
This course is invaluable for learning how to start making decisions onboard a yacht or powerboat and also to help understand what is going on when others take charge. By the end of the course you should have a sufficient knowledge to navigate a yacht or powered craft around familiar waters by day and night. Our RYA Day Skipper Theory Course prices start from £380.00 per person.
| Suggested minimum pre-course experience |
None but some practical experience is desirable |
| Course knowledge | None but RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship is useful |
| Course content | The basics of seamanship The essentials of coastal navigation and pilotage Chartwork Electronic charts Position fixing Plotting a course to steer Weather forecasting and meterology Tides Collision regulations Construction, parts and equipment of a cruising boat Emergency and safety procedures including distress calls, use of flares, safety harnesses, lifejackets and liferafts. |
| Ability after course | Theoretical knowledge of basic seamanship, navigation and meteorology |
| Minimum duration | 5 days |
| Minimum Age | 16 years |
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