RYA Training

Shore Based

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