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Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory

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
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Course Overview

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 or Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.
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Fundamentals

Course Content

Some revision of the Day Skipper shorebased course plus more advanced skills in offshore & coastal navigation by day & night, pilotage & meteorology.

Position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tidal knowledge, use of almanacs and admiralty publications, electronic position-finding equipment, taking and interpreting forecasts, plotting weather systems, and weather predictions using a barometer.

Minimum Age
None (contact individual centres for under 16s).

Minimum Duration
40 hours plus exam time

Certificate Issuing Criteria

Three assessment papers are taken as part of the course with a pass mark criteria for each one.

Course Format
Classroom Online

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