Coastal navigation and pilotage, tides and tidal streams, chart work and position fixing, weather forecasting, passage planning, collision regulations (COLREGs), and safety procedures and emergency protocols.

Pencils, eraser, notebook, calculator and (optionally) your own plotter/dividers.

RYA Certified Training Courses

RYA Day Skipper Theory Classroom Course

From £299.00

Learn to plan and navigate coastal passages with confidence through structured, instructor-led classroom training.

The RYA Day Skipper Theory Classroom Course is designed for aspiring skippers who want to develop the knowledge needed to safely skipper a yacht or motor cruiser in coastal waters.

Delivered in a classroom environment, this course provides clear, face-to-face instruction covering navigation, tides, weather and passage planning.

This course is a key step before progressing to the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course.

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Course Overview & What You’ll Learn

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to coastal navigation and seamanship, giving you the knowledge needed to plan and manage short coastal passages.

Through classroom-based learning and practical chartwork exercises, you’ll develop the skills required to navigate safely and confidently.

You’ll learn how to:

Plan and execute coastal passages
Use charts and carry out position fixing
Understand tides and tidal streams
Interpret weather forecasts and conditions
Apply passage planning techniques
Understand Collision Regulations (COLREGs)
Follow safety procedures and respond to emergencies

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for anyone looking to progress towards skippering a vessel.

Ideal for:

Aspiring skippers building navigation knowledge
Crew members stepping up to skipper
Yacht charterers and flotilla sailors
Those preparing for the Day Skipper Practical course

Experience Required & Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications are required.

Helpful (but not essential):

Some experience on the water as crew
A basic interest in navigation and seamanship

This course is suitable for beginners and is delivered in a supportive classroom environment.

Course Duration, Price & Certification

This is a classroom-based theory course delivered over multiple sessions, allowing flexibility to suit different schedules.

Course details:

Duration: 5 days
(Delivered as a full week, over two weekends, or spread across evening sessions, depending on course dates)
Price: From £299.00
Format: Classroom-based tuition with practical chartwork exercises
Certification: RYA Day Skipper Theory Certificate

On successful completion, you’ll receive an RYA Day Skipper Theory certificate, which supports entry to the Day Skipper Practical course and further RYA training.

Course Locations & Training Areas

This course is delivered at:

Saltmakers House, Hamble Point Marina, SO31 4NB
Marchwood Yacht Club, Maritime Avenue, Marchwood, Southampton, SO40 4AD

Both locations offer convenient access, on-site facilities and parking.

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“Rob skippered us and our 35ft Sailboat from Portishead to Falmouth. We encountered weather and issues on the boat which without Rob’s leadership, skill and confidence would have caused us to turn back. On the 36 hour journey Rob was consistently professional and friendly, providing coaching and friendly pointers throughout. The entire journey felt like a very easy lesson and we will benefit for many years to come from Rob’s advice and the simple standards he set aboard. Can’t thank him enough and will definitely be in touch in future!.”

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