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RYA Navigation

From complete novices to seasoned ocean going yachtsmen and women, our shorebased navigation courses are designed to build confidence and deepen your understanding of life on the water. Over the 5 days of classroom learning,  we help you unravel the mysteries of navigation, pilotage, passage planning, and meteorology - turning complex concepts into practical skills you can rely on.

  • Course length

  • Course format

  • Prior experience 

  • What is included

  • Price

1

RYA Day Skipper

RYA Day Skipper Theory is a theory-based course aimed at prospective yacht skippers and inexperienced crew looking to boost their knowledge and skillset. The course itself offers a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology, and the basics of seamanship. 

5 Days / 9am - 5:30pm

Classroom

None for Day Skipper / Day Skipper knowledge for Yachtmaster

Certification, course book, plotter & divider

£480 RYA Day Skipper / £510 RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

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RYA Yachtmaster

Enrolling in the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Theory course represents a pivotal step towards becoming a proficient skipper, capable of confidently managing your boat on extended voyages. This course places a strong emphasis on electronic position finding equipment, taking and interpreting forecasts, plotting weather systems, and weather predictions under both sail and power.

YOUR NEXT COURSE STARTS HERE:

Monday 23.3.26 - Friday 27.3.26

5 Days / 9am - 5:30pm

Classroom

No prior knowledge for RYA Day Skipper 

Certification, course book, plotter & divider

£480 RYA Day Skipper  Offshore

Monday 9.11.26 - Friday 13.11.26

5 Days / 9am - 5:30pm

Classroom

Prior knowledge of RYA Day Skipper theory

Certification, course book, plotter & divider

£510 RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Offshore

Monday 5.10.26 - Friday 10.10.26

5 Days / 9am - 5:30pm

Classroom

No prior knowledge for RYA Day Skipper 

Certification, course book, plotter & divider

£480 RYA Day Skipper  Offshore

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