RYA Competent Crew

A very thorough five full days introduction into the sport of yacht sailing.

Students live on board one of our modern, well maintained cruising yachts, and experience all aspects of sailing.

Our professional and friendly instructors will ensure you not only complete the Competent Crew syllabus but also introduce some boat handling under sail and power.

By the end of the course you will be both competent and confident to sail with others and have learnt all that is required to crew effectively. Accommodation is on board for the week.

Course Structure

Ability to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day-to-day routines

Useful Information

Age requirements: 11 to 17 accompanied by parent or guardian. Over 18 – no guardian required!

Minimal experience: None

Duration: 5 days, Fri to Wed. Start time of the course 18.00 Fri, end time of the course 15.00 Wed

Maximum number of students per boat: 4 or 5

What’s included: All food on board, fuel, marina fees, pillow and pillow case

Not included: Sleeping bag hire (available at £15 per 5 days), wet weather gear hire (available at £25 per 5 days).