RYA Day Skipper Theory Course

Cost:From £250
Course Duration:5 consecutive days or 2 weekends of 3 & 2 days
Prior Experience:None

The five day RYA Day Skipper theory course introduces the aspiring skipper to the wide range of subjects needed to take a cruising yacht to sea. These include - the parts and equipment of a yacht, emergency and safety equipment and procedures (such as distress calls, use of flares, safety harnesses, life jackets and life-rafts).

During the RYA Day Skipper Theory Course students are taught the basics of chart work, position fixing, plotting a course to steer, weather forecasting, tides, the International Regulation for Prevention of Collision at Sea and coastal navigation and pilotage.

On the successful completion of the course you will be given an RYA Day Skipper Theory certificate

What is included:

Training material/charts, navigation tools like dividers and Portland Plotter, instructor, class room and light refreshments

Next Step:

After completing the Day Skipper Theory Course you will be ready to go on the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course to put all the the skills you have learnt into practice!

UK Calendar

2010 Course Dates and Prices

12 - 16 May £325 Book
9 - 13 June £325 Book
7 - 11 July £325 Book
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