RYA Day Skipper Theory Online Course
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RYA Day Skipper Theory Online Course

    • Tailored for those aiming to enroll in their RYA Day Skipper Course
    • Prerequisite for the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
    • Access our Online Learning Platform at www.theorymode.com and enjoy a 48-hour free trial

Course Overview:

    • Gain essential knowledge preparing for the Day Skipper practical course
    • Covers navigation, meteorology, collision regulations, and safety procedures
    • Interactive online learning with enthusiastic instructors guiding you through chart work and navigation

Course Benefits:

    • Flexible online delivery allows learning at your own pace from the comfort of your home
    • Final assessment at the end of the course
    • Receive a comprehensive pack containing all necessary equipment and publications for course completion, dispatched by us
    • Ongoing support from one of our experienced Yachtmaster instructors throughout the course

Transition to Practical Application:

    • Acquire practical skills by transferring theoretical knowledge into real-world scenarios during the Day Skipper practical course
Pre-Course
Experience		Some practical experience is desirable
Assumed
Knowledge		None
Duration40hrs Online Study (Approx)
Course
Syllabus
  • Basic seamanship
  • Coastal navigation and pilotage
  • Chartwork
  • Electronic charts
  • Position fixing
  • Course to steer
  • Weather forecasting and meteorology
  • Tides
  • Collision regulations
  • Construction, parts, and equipment of a cruising yacht
  • Emergency and safety procedures including distress calls, use of flares, safety harnesses, life jackets, and life raft
Ability after Course
  • Knowledge to navigate in waters which you are familiar with.
  • Introduction to Night Navigation
  • Knowledge to participate in the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Certificate Granted
(upon successful completion of final assessment)		RYA Day Skipper Shorebased
Price350 €
What’s Included
  • 12 Months of access to the theoryMode interactive website
  • 7 days/week support by RYA Yachtmaster Instructor
  • RYA Training Charts ( x2 )
  • RYA Training Almanac
  • RYA Day Skipper Handbook
  • RYA Day Skipper Course Exercises
  • Plotter & Dividers
  • 2 ropes for knots practicing
  • RYA Day Skipper Assessment
  • RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Certificate ( upon successful completion)
  • Worldwide Delivery of the Theory Pack
  • Charts, publications, and equipment will be posted by theoryMode

NEXT STEPS POST- RYA DAY SKIPPER THEORY ONLINE

Holders of an RYA Day Skipper Theory Certificate can confidently deem themselves prepared for the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course.

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