RYA Day Skipper Theory Online

The RYA Day Skipper Shorebased (Theory) Course Syllabus is a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology and the basics of seamanship. You will find this course invaluable if you want to learn how to start making decisions on board. 

Students are taught the basics of coastal navigation and pilotage covering chart work, position fixing, plotting a course to steer, weather forecasting, tides and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. Also covered is the construction, parts and equipment of a yacht, emergency and safety equipment and procedures (such as distress calls, use of flares, safety harnesses, and life jackets) 

This course gives students sufficient knowledge to undertake the RYA Day Skipper practical course and assessment. It is also ideal for anyone contemplating a bareboat charter holiday or considering buying their own boat. 

You will be awarded the RYA Day Skipper Shore-based certificate on completion of your course. 

Some practical experience is desirable but not essential. 

By signing on, you will receive login instructions guiding you to the learning platform and a complementary course pack in the post consisting of RYA charts 3 & 4, exercise & information booklet, course notes, plotter & divider. Your login access will be available for 6 months. You are able to purchase extra 6 months course extension after this, if needed.

LOGIN DETAILS MAY TAKE UP TO 48 HRS TO BE SENT, ALTERNATIVELY YOU CAN BOOK BY EMAIL sailing@southerncrossyachting.com.au

At the moment we are only offering this course as an online course. If you are interested in being informed when we do offer classroom courses, or would like to arrange private in-classroom tuition, please contact our friendly office staff!