RYA Day Skipper Theory

This six-day course (including exam) is the ideal foundation for anyone planning to take the RYA Day Skipper Practical and is also essential preparation for Intermediate Powerboat.

Required Experience:  Some practical experience is desirable. 

Course Duration:  Minimum of 40 hours of tuition, plus self-study in between sessions. 

Minimum age:  16 

Build the knowledge needed to handle more demanding passages with confidence.  This course provides the foundation for those planning to progress to Yachtmaster level qualifications. 

Required Experience:  Good understanding of Day Skipper Theory

Course Duration:  Minimum of 40 hours of tuition, plus self-study in between sessions. 

Minimum age:  16 

Our one-day course covers all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages. This course is MCA approved and satisfies the requirements for Coastal Skipper Yachtmaster and Advanced Powerboat certificates of competence and some commercial work afloat.

Required Experience:  None 

Course Duration:  1 day

Minimum age:  12  (12 to 16 year olds must be booked on the course with an Adult and have parental consent)

This practical course is for anyone who uses a fixed or handheld marine VHF radio.
The Short Range Certificate is the basic legal requirement for operating VHF and VHF DSC equipment on British-flagged vessels that carry a radio, helping you communicate clearly and confidently at sea.  Whether you're a sailor or a powerboater, knowledge of VHF protocol is essential.

Required Experience:  4 hours pre-reading from Handbook - provided to you on booking.

Course Duration:  6 hours (in one day) plus 2 hours exam time

Minimum age:  16