SHOREBASED COURSES
To make the most of the time on your practical course you should ensure that your theory is up to the level required. No theory is needed for beginners but if you are taking a skipper’s course you must be familiar with navigation, chartwork, and collision regulations and understand the principles of sailing, mooring and anchoring.
The RYA's navigation and seamanship theory courses are designed to complement the courses in the RYA practical training scheme. There are several ways to take the courses. You can study at home with an online or distance learning course, if you live in the UK you can attend a classroom course over several weekends, or you can come and learn in Greece, relaxing in the sun after your training.
In addition to navigation and seamanship, the RYA has a programme of one-day support courses to help you expand your knowledge and skills in specialist areas. Operating a marine radio, fixing the engine, handling an accident at sea - these 1-day practical are designed to be fun as well as useful, with lots of hands-on activity.
RYA ESSENTIAL NAVIGATION & SEAMANSHIP (ENS)
An entry level course suitable for those taking RYA Powerboat 2, RYA Competent Crew, or (with a little extra study) RYA Day Skipper Non-Tidal Practical. Available as an online course or over 2 days in a classroom.
ONLINE COURSE: 115 € including delivery within Europe, 150 € outside Europe.
CLASSROOM COURSE: 150 € per person for 2-day course excluding accommodation.
RYA DAY SKIPPER SHOREBASED COURSE
The best course for those taking RYA Day Skipper Practical Tidal, it contains all the theory you need to sail in both tidal and non-tidal waters, plus lots of useful information to make you a better skipper. Available as an online course or over 4 days in a classroom.
ONLINE COURSE: 300 € including delivery within Europe, 335 € outside Europe.
CLASSROOM COURSE: 400 € per person for 4-day course including 4 nights in a hotel.
RYA YACHTMASTER / COASTAL SKIPPER SHOREBASED COURSE
Essential for those taking RYA Coastal Skipper Practical Available as an online course or over 5 days in a classroom.
ONLINE COURSE: 300 € including delivery within Europe, 335 € outside Europe.
CLASSROOM COURSE: 500 € per person for 4-day course including 5 nights in a hotel.
SUPPORTING COURSES
ON-SHORE: One day courses cover Diesel Engine Maintenance and Marine Radio Operation - Why not add these to your 5-day sailing course?
Some countries require a Marine Radio Short Range Certificate in addition to a skipper’s licence in order to charter a yacht. We can add a 1-day radio course onto your 5-day practical so that you will have everything you need for your first bareboat charter holiday.
GET WET: Our 1-day Sea Survival course is essential preparation for anyone planning an extended cruise. It is also a requirement for those who want a commercial endorsement on their Yachtmaster certificate.
