All Sail Cruising Courses

Stepping into the world of sailing for the first time is exciting and exhilarating. The RYA Yachtmaster training scheme courses will help you learn to sail and build confidence, become a useful crew member, and even learn how to sail a sailing yacht and manage its crew. 

Most courses can be taken alone or with friends and family, including children, provided they meet our minimum age recommendations. Flexible options allow you to do the course in one go or split it over several days or weekends. 

Sail cruising courses can also help you progress to the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Certificates of Competence, recognised by maritime authorities worldwide and can be commercially endorsed by professional skippers and crew.

So whether you’re new to boat ownership, want to charter a yacht on holiday, or want to venture further offshore – there’s an RYA course for every level. 

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Cruising Level 1 – Start Sailing

Beginner
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The RYA Cruising Level 1 – Start Sailing course introduces participants to the basics of cruising. Topics include sail handling, steering, and safety procedures on a cruising yacht. The course is designed to build confidence and provide a foundation for further training. By the end, participants will have the skills See more details…
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Start Yachting

Beginner
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The RYA Start Yachting course is a two-day introduction to the basics of yacht sailing. Participants learn steering, sail handling, and onboard safety procedures. This hands-on course provides a taste of life at sea and serves as an excellent starting point for further qualifications. By the end, participants will have See more details…
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Cruising Level 2 – Basic Skills

Beginner
Intermediate
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The RYA Cruising Level 2 – Basic Skills course builds on Level 1, focusing on independent sailing and decision-making. Participants practice tacking, gybing, and navigating in various conditions. The course also covers safety drills and anchoring. By the end, sailors will feel confident handling a cruising yacht independently in light See more details…
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Essential Navigation and Seamanship

Beginner
Classroom
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The RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship course is a shore-based program that introduces basic navigation and safety skills. Topics include reading charts, understanding tides, and using navigation tools. Participants also learn how to interpret weather forecasts and plan passages. This course is ideal for sailors, motorboaters, and anyone new to See more details…
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Competent Crew

Beginner
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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 (Sail)

Intermediate
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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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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 (Sail)

Intermediate
Advanced
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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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RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Coastal Sail Exam

Advanced
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Youth Sailing Scheme – Stage 3 introduces advanced sailing techniques, such as upwind and downwind sailing, alongside improving overall boat handling skills. Participants gain confidence in navigating more varied conditions while focusing on independence. This course is a crucial stage for progressing into competitive or more advanced sailing. See more details…
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