Advanced training for more experienced skippers building on the Day Skipper course, the RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster theory course looks at more detailed navigational techniques, specifically for those looking to undertake longer passages and, in particular, navigation at night. For those who have built up some miles and are looking to the next stage of their boating journey, the RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster theory is a great step and essential preparation for the Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster and Yachtmaster offshore practical exam. You’ll hone your skills in lights and shapes, course shaping and plotting and tidal knowledge including secondary ports and tide gates. Additionally, you will learn how to take and interpret weather forecasts and to plot weather systems. You’ll extend your collision regulation knowledge and understand the requirements for arriving and entering a foreign port. All this and much much more. As with the Day Skipper shorebased course, the RYA’s specially designed chart plotter software will be used during the course to give you a real taste of modern electronic navigation. The course is taught over 40 hours with three exam papers. It can be covered as classroom sessions, by distance learning or a combination of both.
Course topics include:
- position fixing
- course shaping and plotting
- tidal knowledge
- 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 and excise regulations for cruising abroad
The course also allows some time for revision of the basics and then moves on to advanced navigation techniques.
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Verified owner
An amazing week – Marcus is very clear and also very patient, I didn’t feel under any pressure at all. I was quite nervous coming into the week but felt at ease straight away. Marcus explains everything thoroughly and demonstrates all the things you have to do and then helps you do them. The atmosphere on the boat was fun and relaxed the whole time. I’d do it all again for sure!
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Verified owner Having now completed my Day Skipper theory and practical with Marcus it is time to share my experience. There is not a person who is more passionate and knowledgable about the whole sailing experience making it very enjoyable whilst always focusing on safety and best practice. I would thoroughly recommend Polka Sailing for any of your sailing requirements whether absolute beginners or experts. I have already booked further training courses with Marcus. 5 star knowledge and service, with outstanding delivery whether online, virtual or in person so why go anywhere else?
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Verified owner If you like sailing, want to expand your knowledge and navigational ability, Marcus at Polka Sailing provides clear, professional and easy follow RYA courses. Enjoyable, beneficial and thoroughly recommended to people of all ages. Doing the RYA Day Skipper theory course was the best thing I’ve done for ages.
james w. (verified owner) –
Well structured, comprehensive course. great animations to explain concepts. Can take at your own pace. Great.