All RYA Courses

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) courses provide internationally recognised training for sailing, motorboating, personal watercraft, and professional maritime careers. Designed for all skill levels, these courses ensure safety, competence, and confidence on the water.

For leisure boaters, the RYA Powerboat, Personal Watercraft, and Yachtmaster schemes teach essential navigation, handling, and safety skills. The RYA Sailing Scheme, covering dinghies and yachts, offers structured learning from beginner to expert levels.

For professionals, RYA Commercial Endorsements allow mariners to work legally in the industry, while the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore and Ocean qualifications are highly respected worldwide.

Specialist courses like VHF Radio, First Aid, Sea Survival, and Diesel Engine Maintenance enhance safety and seamanship.

The RYA also offers instructor courses, allowing experienced individuals to teach and share their passion for boating. With a strong focus on safety and enjoyment, RYA courses are the gold standard in marine training.

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Helmsman’s Practical

Beginner
Intermediate
Afloat
The RYA Helmsman’s Practical course is designed to build confidence and competence in handling motorboats. Participants learn essential skills such as mooring, anchoring, and maneuvering in tight spaces. The course also covers basic engine checks, safety procedures, and collision regulations. Delivered in a hands-on format, this program is ideal for See more details…
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Competent Crew

Beginner
Afloat
The RYA Competent Crew course introduces beginners to life on board a sailing yacht. Over five days, participants learn essential skills such as steering, ropework, sail handling, and basic safety procedures. The course emphasizes teamwork and confidence-building, making it ideal for those new to sailing. By the end, participants will See more details…
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Day Skipper Theory

Beginner
Intermediate
Classroom
Online
The RYA Day Skipper Theory course provides aspiring skippers with the knowledge to navigate safely in coastal waters. This comprehensive program covers chart work, tidal calculations, meteorology, and collision regulations. Delivered over approximately 40 hours, the course prepares participants for practical Day Skipper qualifications and builds confidence in passage planning See more details…
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Day Skipper Practical (Motor)

Intermediate
Afloat
The RYA Day Skipper Practical (Motor) course equips participants to take charge of motor cruisers during short passages. Over five days, participants practice navigation, boat handling, and emergency procedures under the guidance of an instructor. The course emphasizes planning, safety, and decision-making, preparing participants to skipper motorboats confidently in familiar See more details…
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Day Skipper Practical (Sail)

Intermediate
Afloat
The RYA Day Skipper Practical (Sail) course teaches participants to skipper a yacht during short coastal passages. This five-day course covers navigation, pilotage, and boat handling, with a strong emphasis on safety and planning. Participants practice anchoring, mooring, and responding to emergencies under the guidance of an instructor. By the See more details…
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Powerboat Intermediate

Intermediate
Afloat
The RYA Powerboat Intermediate course bridges the gap between Level 2 and advanced powerboating. Participants learn navigation, passage planning, and handling powerboats in moderate conditions. The course includes practical exercises on anchoring, docking, and responding to emergencies. This program is ideal for those seeking to improve their skills and prepare See more details…
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Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory

Intermediate
Advanced
Classroom
Online
The RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory course is an advanced shore-based program for experienced sailors. Topics include complex navigation, advanced meteorology, and passage planning in tidal waters. Participants also learn about collision regulations and safety protocols for offshore passages. This course is essential for those preparing for the Coastal Skipper See more details…
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Coastal Skipper Practical (Motor)

Advanced
Afloat
The RYA Coastal Skipper Practical (Motor) course is designed for experienced motor cruisers preparing for extended coastal passages. Participants learn advanced navigation, passage planning, and handling motorboats in challenging conditions. Practical exercises include night cruising, managing tidal streams, and dealing with emergencies. By the end, participants will feel confident skippering See more details…
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Coastal Skipper Practical (Sail)

Intermediate
Advanced
Afloat
The RYA Coastal Skipper Practical (Sail) course is for experienced sailors preparing for extended coastal passages. Participants learn advanced navigation, passage planning, and skippering in challenging conditions. The five-day course includes night sailing, emergency drills, and managing a crew effectively. By the end, participants will have the confidence to take See more details…
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Powerboat Advanced

Advanced
Afloat
The RYA Powerboat Advanced course is designed for experienced powerboaters operating in challenging conditions, including night navigation. Participants learn advanced passage planning, navigation, and high-speed handling in adverse weather. The course emphasizes safety, decision-making, and the use of radar and electronic aids. By the end, participants will have the confidence See more details…
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