Course and qualification

RYA Cruising Level 2 - Basic Skills

RYA schemes:RYASail Cruising
Age:No RYA minimum ageRecommended age12 and over
Level:BeginnerIntermediate
Setting:Afloat

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What to know about RYA Cruising Level 2 - Basic Skills

Which schemes include it?
RYA, Sail Cruising.
How is it taught?
Afloat.
Who is it for?
No RYA minimum age · Recommended age: 12
Where can I take it?
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About this course

Mastering the skills needed to sail can boost your confidence, enhance your problem-solving abilities, and provide a tremendous sense of accomplishment. The RYA Cruising Level 2 course is designed to build on the basics of sailing, creating a solid foundation of practical skills and knowledge. The course covers yacht handling and sailing in more detail with lots of practical teaching and boat handling.

Course fundamentals

Minimum ageNo RYA minimum age · Recommended age: 12
Duration2 days
Course contentRigging; Sailing techniques; Manoeuvring; Ropework
Certificate or qualificationThe appropriate RYA course completion certificate is awarded following successful completion of the course and its prescribed assessment.
Award typeCourse completion certificate
Separate assessmentNot required

Prerequisites

Knowledge or skills to a stated level

Basic skills to the level of Sail Cruising Start Sailing or Start Sailing on the National Sailing Scheme.

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Recommended course progression

Starting from the beginning

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