RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory Course
Take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore practical exams.
Course Description
Enrolling in the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory course represents a pivotal step towards becoming a proficient skipper, capable of confidently managing your boat on extended voyages. This course places a strong emphasis on electronic position finding equipment, taking and interpreting forecasts, plotting weather systems, and weather predictions using a barometer under both sail and power.
The RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory course includes approx 40 hours of online learning with the addition of exam time to earn your qualification. So you can learn at your own pace and convenience.
Acquiring this qualification not only boosts a skipper’s confidence but also equips them to navigate more challenging waters, enhancing their overall sailing capabilities. It is also a prerequisite for those wishing to obtain a Yachtmaster qualification.
Course Overview
Course length: 40 hours plus exam time.
Course format: This is a shore-based course that is delivered via online distance learning.
Required experience: Knowledge to the level of Day Skipper Shorebased.
Cost: $595
Minimum age: 16.
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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
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Please see our course calendar for where and when we are running this course, view availability and secure your place through our booking system. Alternatively, you can call us on 1300 944 974 and make your booking by phone. If your chosen course is not running at the base or at the time you want, or for group bookings, please email us.