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Day Skipper Sail

Price range: 495,00 € through 990,00 €

Only 4–5 students with one instructor for 5 days on board.

To enroll in the practical training, you must first have passed the Day Skipper Theory course. Please contact us before reserving your spot.

Includes:

  • RYA textbook
  • RYA certificate
  • Onboard insurance

Course Fees:

  • June to September: €990
  • Weekend practical sessions: €495 per trip
  • From October onwards: €890

If you’d like a private cabin, there’s an additional charge of €200.

Description

A hands-on course for aspiring sailors with some sailing experience and basic navigation skills.

You’ll learn the basics of navigation, chart work, and the fundamentals of on-board seamanship. This course is perfect if you want to learn how to make sound decisions on board. It’s ideal for anyone who wants to sail safely in familiar waters during the day. This course can also help you get the most out of your electronic equipment and gain experience in leading the boat and crew.

Groups on board never exceed five students.

Prerequisites: 5 days of sailing, 100 miles, 4 hours of night sailing

Duration: 5 days on board

Calendar

Type Start date Finish date Schedule Exam
ONBOARD 11/09/2026 13/09/2026 09:30 - 18:30 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
ONBOARD 19/09/2026 20/09/2026 09:30 - 18:30 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
ONBOARD 21/09/2026 25/09/2026 09:30 - 18:30 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
ONBOARD 05/10/2026 09/10/2026 09:30 - 18:30 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
ONBOARD 26/10/2026 30/10/2026 09:30 - 18:30 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
ONBOARD 15/03/2027 19/03/2027 09:30 - 18:30 CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

Syllabus

Course Content:

Deck work, preparation for sailing, navigation, steering, meteorology, International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (RIPA), maintenance and repairs, engines, provisioning, emergency situations, motor maneuvers, sailing maneuvers, crossings, and night navigation.

Certificate

There is no formal exam. At the end of the course, the instructor will evaluate the candidate’s progress, and a Day Skipper certificate will be issued if applicable.

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