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Day Skipper Theory & Practical (Fast track) |
Based in Puerto Calero on Lanzarote this course is divided into the shore phases in the classroom and the sea phase at sea. You will do two days in the classroom, followed by 5 days at sea and then finish with 2 more days in the classroom.
 The shore phase a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology, lights, International Regulations for the Prevention of Collision at Sea (IRPCS) and basics of seamanship. Invaluable for how to start making decisions on board ready for when you start your sea phase. At the end of the week you will have two assessment papers to complete and awarded your certificate.
Skippering a yacht for the first time can be a nerve racking but thrilling experience. The RYA Day Skipper practical course (sea phase) is designed to teach you to "Take Charge" safely and confidently. A skipper does much more than navigate, you are responsible for the safety and wellbeing of the yacht and crew. These responsibilities include weather forecasting, victualling, engine maintenance, sail  selection and handling, passage planning, watch keeping, navigation and pilotage.
Your experienced and patient instructor will teach you these skills and you will put them into practice as you skipper the yacht on short passages around Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. There is particular emphasis on boat handling for Day Skippers and during the course you will practice mooring under various conditions. Students live aboard for the duration of the course and visit many different harbours and anchorages to practice pilotage techniques which, like boat handling, is an essential skill for the aspiring skipper. You will complete at least 4 night hours sailing to experience night pilotage and identify lights.
At the end of the RYA Day Skipper course you will be confident to skipper a cruising yacht on short passages by day. Students who successfully complete the Day Skipper course are awarded the RYA Day Skipper completion certificate. This course will also enable you to apply for the ICC (International Certificate of Competence). This qualification is required by most European countries to validate your competence to own or charter a boat. The ICC, obtained by presenting your RYA Day Skipper certificate, will cover sailing yachts up to 24 metres in length in coastal waters.
| Pre-Course Experience: |
5 days aboard with 100 miles logged and 4 night hours |
| Assumed Knowledge: |
Basic sailing ability with a knowledge of basic navigation which is best gained by the RYA Basic Navigation & Safety course
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| Duration: |
9 days
The course runs from 09.00 on the Saturday until 17.00 on the Sunday. |
| Price: |
High Season £860*
Low Season £790* | * Low Season 01/01/2012 - 31/03/2012 & 03/11/2012 - 31/12/2012 High Season 01/04/2012 - 02/11/2012
Included:
- RYA Day Skipper Theory Packs including charts, course work and course notes book.
- Note paper, pen, pencil and eraser
- Use of navigation equipment
- Accommodation
- Breakfasts and lunches for duration of course
- Tea and coffee
- 2 evening meals with wine during sea phase of course
- Bedding
- Towels
- Wet weather gear
- Life jackets
Not included:
Dates:
- 14th - 22nd January
- 4th - 12th February
- 3rd - 11th March
- 7th - 15th April
- 5th - 13th May
- 2nd - 10th June
- 7th - 15th July
- 4th - 12th August
- 1st - 9th Sept
- 6th - 14th October
- 3rd - 11th November
- 1st - 9th December
If for some reason you are not able to attend ion these dates please contact us on
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to discuss a possible alternative.
To aid in your personal prepararation for this course we recommend the following publication:
Buy RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Notes at the RYA Shop
Buy RYA An Introduction to Navigation at the RYA Shop
Buy Rules of the Road Cockpit Card at the RYA Shop
Buy RYA Navigation Exercises - 2nd Edition at the RYA Shop
Buy IALA Buoyage Flip Cards - Area A at the RYA Shop
You will also need to have the RYA Logbook, if you do not have one already, and you can again purchase this directly from the RYA via the link below or you can purchase one from us upon arrival for seven euros.
Buy RYA Sail Cruising and Yachtmaster Scheme - Syllabus and Logbook at the RYA Shop |
