RYA Day Skipper Theory Course

Service Description

Course hours: 9am–5pm each day. The RYA Day Skipper Theory course provides a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology and the fundamentals of seamanship. It is ideal preparation for the RYA Day Skipper practical course and for anyone beginning to make navigational decisions on board. Required experience Some practical boating experience is desirable but not essential. Minimum duration Approximately 40 hours plus examination time. Minimum age None. Content Seamanship, coastal navigation and pilotage, chartwork, electronic navigation, position fixing, plotting a course to steer, weather forecasting, tides, collision regulations and passage planning. Certificate standard Candidates should develop the theoretical knowledge required to navigate and skipper a small craft in familiar waters by day. Format Classroom based. Book online, or contact BH Marine Academy to discuss course dates and training options.