RYA Day Skipper Theory

A comprehensive introduction to chart work, navigation, meteorology and the basics of seamanship for Competent Crew. You will find this course invaluable if you want to learn to start making decisions onboard.

Course Structure

1. Nautical terms

2. Ropework

3. Anchorwork

4. Safety

5. International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

6. Definition of position, course and speed

7. Navigational charts and publications

8. Navigational drawing instruments

9. Compass

10. Chartwork

11. Tides and tidal streams

12. Visual aids to navigation

13. Meteorology

14. Passage planning

15. Navigation in restricted visibility

16. Pilotage

17. Marine environment

Useful Information

4 days theory, 1 day with two exams to certify.