RYA Competent Crew Course

This course is for beginners and those who would like to become active crew members rather than just passengers. By the end of the course you should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout and assist in all the day to day routines of sailing.

The course will cover knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat, rigging and sails, sail handling, ropework, fire precautions and fighting, personal safety equipment, man overboard, emergency equipment, meteorology, seasickness, helmsmanship, general duties.

By the end of this course you will have sufficient knowledge and skill to be a useful and able crew member on any sailing yacht. The RYA Competent Crew course is great fun and not surprisingly it's extremely popular!

Successful candidates are awarded the RYA Competent Crew course completion certificate at the end of the course.

What you need to bring

Remember that you will be outdoors most of the day. A range of sporty, layered clothing is best. Jeans are not recommended as they are hard to dry if they get wet. You want to be warm, comfortable, and able to move easily. Waterproof trousers and jackets are provided if required. All safety equipment including lifejackets and harnesses are provided.

Minimum Numbers

There are a minimum number required to operate the course, we will contact you if a course is under-subscribed to offer you an alternative date or refund.