RYA Day Skipper Theory (Evenings)

The RYA Day Skipper Theory Course is a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology, and the basics of seamanship. The course is designed for inexperienced or rusty skippers who want to learn how to make decisions on board and is invaluable if you are considering taking the Day Skipper practical course. Some practical experience is desirable before taking the course. The course covers topics such as seamanship, coastal navigation and pilotage, chartwork, electronic charts, position fixing, plotting a course to steer, weather forecasting and meteorology, tides, collision regulations, and more. Upon completion of the course, you will have the background knowledge to skipper a small yacht in familiar waters by day and receive an RYA Day Skipper Theory certificate. 

More information can be found at the RYA website https://www.rya.org.uk/training/courses/Day-Skipper-Theory-Course-DSSCC.

All course materials are included as part of the course such as a plotter and dividers, the RYA Course pack containing 2 full size training charts, a Training Almanac, exercises pack, Day Skipper shorebased booklet which acts as an aide-mémoire throughout the course.

Required experience

None, however some practical experience is desirable.

Minimum age

16

Location

This course will be delivered at our premises at 18 Grays Hill, Bangor, BT20 3BB

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.

Evening Delivery

This course is delivered over 10 consecutive evenings (Monday - Friday) from 6pm until 9pm. Please ensure your availability before booking or contact us if you have any queries.