
Our RYA shorebased courses are run over five days or two weekends in a variety of locations and formats to suit your own needs.
We provide a high quality training environment, course notes and dedicated, knowledgeable instructors.
We maximise your involvement in all aspects of the course, using instructional videos, and open discussion as key learning aids.
The following shorebased courses and locations are offered
| RYA Basic Navigation & Safety Course | ||
|---|---|---|
| Southampton or Lancashire | 2 Days | The perfect introduction or refresher for anyone going afloat as skipper or crew. The course covers basic navigation and safety afloat in two days Ideal for sailors, motor boaters, RIB drivers, sea anglers, divers and keelboat racers. A great stepping stone for other courses! |
| RYA Day Skipper | ||
| Southampton or Lancashire | 5 Days | The course provides a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology and the basics of seamanship for competent crew. This course is invaluable for those wishing to learn how to make informed decisions on board. |
| RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Offshore | ||
| Southampton or Lancashire | 5 Days | This is an advanced course in navigation and meteorology for candidates prior to the Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore practical certificate. The assumed level of knowledge before starting this course is the Day Skipper Shorebased syllabus |
| RYA Yachtmaster Ocean | ||
| Southampton | 5 Days | This is a course in astro and satellite navigation and worldwide meteorology which also reveals the mysteries of the sextant! It assumes a knowledge of all subjects covered in the other shorebased courses |