RYA Coastal Skipper Course From: €1.050,00
The RYA Coastal Skipper with aegeanMode starting from Athens in Greece is a great course to follow up with after the RYA Day Skipper course and pave the way for the MCA/ RYA examination
The RYA Coastal Skipper course proves to be the perfect progression after completing the RYA Day Skipper, serving as a pivotal step toward an MCA/RYA examination.
Tailored with a focus on qualified and seasoned sailors, this course instills the confidence required to navigate longer and more challenging passages. Practical exercises and comprehensive chart work, meticulously guided by your instructor, form the core components of the course. These exercises aim to enhance your boat handling capabilities while refining your navigation and leadership skills, providing the assurance needed for coastal and offshore voyages.
Weekly Agenda
- At the latest 17.00 on Sunday, the tuition yachts stand ready at our base in Mikrolimano Pireas for accommodation.
- Day one commences with participants boarding the yacht, acquainting themselves with the crew and instructor, followed by a comprehensive briefing on the yacht and its environs.
- Sunday afternoons allow Coastal Skipper candidates to familiarize themselves with the yacht and its equipment.
- The Coastal Skipper course sets sail on Monday mornings from our Mikrolimano Pireas base, concluding its voyage on Friday afternoons.
- Saturday mornings offer a light-hearted session, returning to base around noon.
- Spanning the training, participants navigate a minimum of 100 nautical miles around the enchanting Saronic islands, making port calls at captivating destinations such as Aegina, Poros, Hydra, and Epidavros. Daily routines feature lunch and swim breaks in idyllic bays, providing opportunities to immerse in the local culture and cuisine.
- Private Tuition yachts are primed for accommodation by 17.00 on Saturdays, with courses kicking off on Sundays and concluding by Friday noon
- On Sundays, yachts must be vacated until 09.00 for our base crew to prepare them for the ensuing week.
About the Course
Throughout this program, you will delve into the intricacies of crafting more intricate passage plans and conducting pilotage, navigating under conditions of limited visibility. The curriculum encompasses the acquisition of skills in preparing and managing heavy weather and an extension of your meteorological knowledge.
Upon completion of the course, you will have accumulated valuable experience and fortified your confidence, positioning yourself to embark on more demanding coastal and offshore passages with ease.
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| Duration | 5 days training + 1 extra day on board |
| Minimum Recommended Age | 17 |
| Students – Instructor Ratio | 5:1 maximum |
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| Certificate Granted ( upon succesful completion ) | RYA Coastal Skipper |
| Price for individuals * |
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| Price for private tuition ** |
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* (fuel, provisions, the cost of the instructor’s meals, and mooring fees are not included in the price) |
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INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPATION
Embark on a sailing adventure in the Ionian by joining our tuition yacht alongside fellow enthusiasts. This unique experience combines learning with leisure as you share the yacht with a maximum of four other students, plus the instructor. The package includes provisions for breakfast and lunch, covering all yacht expenses. Accommodation may be shared, and saloon berths may be utilized to maximize space.
PRIVATE TUITION
Tailored for small groups of friends and families aspiring to master the art of sailing together, private tuition offers an exclusive experience. You won’t share the yacht with others, ensuring a personalized journey with your dedicated instructor. Opt to charter a coded vessel from our fleet, allocate a cabin for your instructor, and seamlessly blend training with a holiday ambiance. Please note that fuel, provisions, the cost of the instructor’s meals, and mooring fees are not included in the price.
NEXT STEPS POST-RYA COASTAL SKIPPER COURSE
The Coastal Skipper course is regarded as an essential precursor, providing the requisite foundation to bolster your confidence and enhance your skills before pursuing an MCA/RYA Yachtmaster examination. Following the course, your instructor will offer a personalized debrief, guiding you on the subsequent steps if you aspire to attain professional skipper status and secure your Yachtmaster qualifications. The ensuing stages involve acquiring the necessary qualifications and prerequisite experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
More information about the RYA Scheme can be found at the official RYA Website www.rya.org.uk
What’s Included
Training by certified & experienced RYA instructors
Reeds Skipper Handbook
Provisions for meals on board
Soft drinks
Fuel, gas, water
Bed linen & towels
Course material included
- WiFi unlimited internet (speed depending on mobile signal quality)
V.A.T
What’s not included
Cost of drinks & meals ashore
Cost of transfers and flights to/from our base
Highlights
Ideal for those who want to improve their skippering skills
Ideal for those who want to prepare themselves for professional qualifications
Student – instructor ratio 5 /1
Focus on boat handling techniques
Focus on preparation for demanding passages
Adverse weather training
Improvement of skippering skills at night
Minimum of 100 N.M
Minimum of 6 Saronic / Aegean destinations
Improvement of navigation, pilotage, passage planning, skippering skills
You will need to bring a passport sized photo
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