RYA Coastal Skipper Practical

       

Previous Experience Required: RYA Dayskipper Practical plus RYA Coastal Skipper shorebased or equivalent.(Minimum of 15 days seatime - 2 as skipper, 300 miles and 8 night hours)

This is an advanced skippering course for yachtsmen and women who have considerable knowledge of sailing and navigation and are usually aspiring towards a Certificate of Competence. It is expected that you have attended the Coastal Skipper/ Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased theory course since your instructor will not have time to teach you theory during the week. Coastal Skippers should be able to undertake more difficult passages by day and night and handle the yacht in more demanding situations. By the end of the course you should have the knowledge, if not the experience, to become a Yachtmaster. The course, like the Day Skipper, consists of skippered passages by each of the trainees in a whole variety of situations. It is a challenging but very rewarding week. These offshore courses are taught aboard our Beneteau 40.7 and Beneteau 47.7 yachts.

Ability after Course: To be able to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and by night. On completion of this course you may be ready to sit for your "RYA - Coastal Skipper Certificate of Competence". Liaise with your instructor and, if required, we would be happy to arrange the exam for you.

Duration: 5 Day live-aboard offshore course

Syllabus

Collision regulations Safety aspects Boat handling & berthing Person overboard Anchoring Towing Gear failure GPS

Ability as Skipper Preparation for sea Preparation for adverse weather                                                              Passage planning & Passage Making Emergency and distress situations Pilotage & Port entries

Inclusions : Meals on board, Insurance, Safety Equipment, Wet weather gear and Course Completion Certificate

Cost: $1275 per person for 5 day offshore

Course Dates:  Click here for course dates

Courses valid for 12 months, packages for 18 months from date of purchase. Prices are valid until 09/08. Refunds are not available. Please note that prices are subject to change without notice. Please call us on 02 9327 1166 or email us on eastsail@eastsail.com.au if you would like more information.