Yachtmaster Theory Course

690,00 €

The following is included in the classroom-based theory courses:

40 hour Theory Course
Theory Pack
Invigilated Exam
RYA Certificate

Próximas fechas

1. 28/09/2026 - 03/10/2026 09:30 AM - 18:30 PM
2. 09/11/2026 - 14/11/2026 15:00 PM - 20:00 PM
3. 11/01/2027 - 22/01/2027 09:30 AM - 13:30 PM
4. 15/02/2027 - 26/02/2027 09:30 AM - 13:30 PM

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Description

Advanced theoretical training for experienced sailors who want to become Coastal Skipper, Coastal Yachtmaster o Yachtmaster Offshore.

Knowledge required to navigate safely in coastal and offshore waters. Review of the fundamentals and progression to advanced navigation techniques up to the standard required for the Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore practical exams.

Duration: 40 hours

These are the books we recommend studying before the course:

You must bring your Plotter Kit to the course or you can purchase one at the school.

Calendar

Type	Start date	Finish date	Schedule	Exam
SHOREBASED	28/09/2026	03/10/2026	09:30 - 18:30	03/10/2026
SHOREBASED	09/11/2026	14/11/2026	15:00 - 20:00	14/11/2026
SHOREBASED	11/01/2027	22/01/2027	09:30 - 13:30	22/01/2027
SHOREBASED	15/02/2027	26/02/2027	09:30 - 13:30	26/02/2027

Conditions and requirements

Previous knowledge of the rules of the road, col regs, vessel sounds, lights and shapes, and buoyage systems is advised.

You must know your basics before attending this course.

You need a previous Day Skipper Level Theory.

Syllabus

Course topics:
– Position fixing.
– Course shaping and plotting.
– Tidal knowledge and prediction.
– Use of almanacs and admiralty publications.
– Electronic position finding equipment.
– Taking and interpreting forecasts.
– Plotting weather systems.
– Weather predictions using a barometer and by observation.
– Collision regulations.
– Customs regulations for cruising abroad.