RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory

The RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the Day Skipper Shorebased course. It is aimed at motor boaters and Yachtsmen who are looking to undertake more complex passages perhaps offshore or at night. This course is a must for those looking to work towards taking the RYA Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams. It is an intensive course covering advanced navigation techniques including position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tidal knowledge including secondary port calculations, navigation in restricted visibility, Admiralty publications and electronic position finding equipment. The meteorology tuition includes the taking and interpretation of forecasts, plotting of weather systems and weather prediction. Students are shown how to use this information when planning and executing passage plans. The International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea are dealt with in detail and you will also learn more about boat stability and safety offshore.

It is strongly recommended that students have a good grasp of theory subjects to Dayskipper standard and have thoroughly revised the Collision Regulations before attending.

During the course students sit three exams and will be awarded the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory Certificate.

The aim of this course is to teach candidates to be proficient navigators so they may navigate a vessel in a safe and seaman-like manner on coastal or offshore passages by day or night.