RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Theory course

Overview

The RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster theory course is a demanding, shore-based course for advanced sailors. Prometheus offers this course through Sailing Course Online which enables you to complete the course online from the comfort of your own home.

The course is designed to give experienced RYA Day Skippers the confidence to undertake longer and more complex passages which may involve sailing at night.

The Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster theory course provides instruction in tides and tidal streams, pilotage, meteorology, safety at sea, passage planning and advanced navigation techniques including yacht positioning, use of a magnetic compass, GPS and chart plotters.

The course includes three exams, and successful students can proceed to their Coastal Skipper practical course or Yachtmaster Coastal practical.

What's Included

  • Quality Portland plotter and dividers so you can do your chartwork
  • RYA Training charts 3 & 4 and RYA Training Almanac
  • RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster Northern Hemisphere Exercise book
  • Unlimited access to qualified RYA shore based instructors (via email, phone, Skype and FaceTime)
  • All charts, books and equipment are sent by courier on a next day service
  • 8 months course access, with the ability to extend if required.
  • Access to the online course after passing your exams, great for revision or as an aide memoire
  • All exams are included in the course fee, along with unlimited re-takes

By booking an RYA Day Skipper theory or Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Offshore theory course you are agreeing to Sailing Course Online terms and conditions.

Cost £295

 

By booking a RYA Day Skipper theory or Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Offshore online theory course you are agreeing to Sailing Course Online booking terms and conditions.