A1 Sailing Ltd Mallorca

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 the water, providing a strong foundation for safe and confident boating.

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 those new to motor cruising or seeking to improve their skills at the helm.

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 and navigation.

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 waters.

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.

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 motor cruisers on coastal voyages, making it a vital step toward advanced qualifications.