RYA Day Skipper Theory
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A complex introduction to the navigation, meteorology and good seamanship
Overview
RYA Day Skipper online theory is an enjoyable entry level shorebased course that
gives a rounded and practical introduction to the basics of navigation. The
course is delivered fully online enabling you to complete it from the comfort of
your own home and at your own pace. All course materials are provided in a handy
navigator’s bag: including paper charts, training almanac, shorebased notes,
Portland plotter and dividers. Instructor support and the cost of the exams is
also included in your course price.
The Day Skipper syllabus is designed to give a new skipper the confidence to
plan and safely undertake daytime passages. It covers the basics of chartwork,
tidal systems, seamanship, meteorology and collision regulations. It also deals
with
coming in and out of the harbour and the factors to consider when looking for an
anchorage.
All course materials are provided in a handy navigator’s bag, including:
- Paper training charts
- Training almanac
- RYA Yachtmaster shorebased notes book
- Portland plotter and dividers
Instructor support and the cost of the exams is also included in your course price.
Next Steps
Armed with your newly acquired theory knowledge, you are able to undertake the
RYA Day Skipper practical course, which is typically held over 5 days. Upon
completion of both your RYA Day Skipper practical and theory course
certificates, you
are also able to apply for an ICC (International Certificate of Competence).
Holding your ICC means you can bareboat charter a yacht in many countries
worldwide.
About Sailing Course Online
This online theory course is delivered by our partner company, Sailing Course
Online, who are a RYA Recognised Training Centre specialising in online
training. The course content is specifically delivered for an online experience,
with bite-sized modules, regular auto-marked tests, and full support from the
instructors at Sailing Course Online whenever you need them.
By booking a RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster™ online theory course you are
agreeing to Sailing Course Online’s terms and conditions. Access the full
Sailing Course Online terms
and conditions https://www.sailingcourseonline.co.uk/…ions-of-Sale.
Price: 360 euro (we offer 10% discount for the participants of our practical courses)
RYA Day Skipper Theory
| Course Name | Course Type | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RYA Day Skipper Theory | online course | 360 € | open | book online |
News
Winter courses on Canaries
In NYS we believe that there’s no such a thing as winter in sailing and you can always find a good place to enjoy your hobby any time throught the year. So we started a cooperation with another RYA Training Center - Canary sail, which will be running all the RYA scheme on this beautiful archipelago for you.
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