RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory

An advanced course in the theory of navigation and meteorology for sailors with some previous navigational experience. The course builds on basic navigation skills, developing a comprehensive depth of knowledge and understanding of navigation theories, techniques and practices. Yachtmaster / Coastal Skipper Theory covers all the background knowledge needed to progress to the practical examinations for the RYA Coastal Skipper or RYA Yachtmaster Certificates of Competence. The course includes position fixing, using a magnetic compass, tides, tidal streams, buoyage, lights, pilotage, an introduction to GPS and electronic chart plotters, meteorology, collision prevention regulations, safety, navigation and passage planning.

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Assumed Knowledge:

Navigation to Day Skipper shorebased standard