RYA Day Skipper Theory Course

690,00 €

Shorebased course included:

40 hours course
Theory Pack
Written exam
Theory course certificate

Fechas Del Curso

2. 27/10/2025 - 07/11/2025 from 15:00 to 19:00

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Description

A complete introduction to the theory of sailing. This RYA Day Skipper Theory Course equips you with enough knowledge to sail familiar waters during the day. It includes a basic knowledge of lights to introduce you to night sailing.

Duration: The course is delivered over 40 hours with two exams over 5 intensive days.

Calendar

Type	Start date	Finish date	Schedule	Exam
SHOREBASED	15/09/2025	25/09/2025	First Week19/09/2025 - 23/09/202517:00 - 21:00Second Week26/09/2025 - 30/09/202517:00 - 21:00	30/09/2025
SHOREBASED	27/10/2025	07/11/2025	First Week17/10/2025 - 31/10/202515:00 - 19:00Second Week03/11/2025 - 07/11/202515:00 - 19:00	07/11/2025

Conditions and requirements

Language of instruction: English

Minimum age: 16

Syllabus

Course topics include:
-Seamanship basics.
-Coastal navigation and pilotage essentials.
-Chartwork.
-Electronic charts.
-Plotting a course to steer.
-Weather forecasting and meteorology.
-Tides and tidal streams.
-Collision regulations.
-Construction, parts and equipment of a cruising boat.
-Emergency and safety procedures including distress calls, use of flares, etc.
-Safety harnesses, lifejackets and life rafts.

Expedition

At the end of this course, if you pass the written exam, you will obtain a Day Skipper Theory Certificate.