RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory

Building on the knowledge gained on the Day Skipper Theory course, this course will take you to the next level of navigation techniques. The aim of this course is to equip you with the knowledge to allow you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages.

Course Structure

Position fixing

•Course shaping and plotting

•Tidal knowledge

•Use of almanacs and admiralty publications

•Electronic position finding equipment

•GPS Navigation

•Taking and interpreting weather forecasts

•Plotting weather systems

•Weather predictions using a barometer and by observation

•Collision regulations

•Customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad