RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory

This course offers the student the opportunity to unravel the mysteries of astro navigation, using a sextant, ocean passage planning, worldwide meteorology and electronic navigation aids.

This course is for those aspiring to blue water cruising and is ideal for holders of the Yachtmaster Offshore certificate who are preparing for their first ocean passage.

The course involves 40 hours of tuition with a written exam. This can be a series of short sessions or an intensive course of 4 days.

Course topics include:

•The earth and celestial sphere

•Sun star and planet sights

•Practical guide to using a sextant at sea

•Ocean passage planning, including hurricane avoidance and worldwide meteorology