RYA Coastal Skipper

This is an advanced course for those with more experience, from the day skipper course perhaps. The course covers theory knowledge up to the level required to take a Yachtmaster exam. Evening courses are an excellent way of achieving the high standards required as they allow time for revision and practice. At Pin Mill it is possible to practice light recognisition by simply looking out of the window.

If attending, a winter evening course is impossible, 5 day or week-end courses are also available. The courses fee includes the full RYA pack of charts, exercises, chart plotting software and course book.

Course Structure

Position fixing

Course shaping and plotting

Tidal knowledge

Use of almanacs and admiralty publications

Electronic position finding equipment

Taking and interpreting forecasts

Plotting weather systems

Weather predictions using a barometer and by observation

Collision regulations

Customs and excise regulations for cruising aboard.