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RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster™ Online Theory
Advanced navigation theory building on Day Skipper knowledge, aimed at more complex passages perhaps offshore or at night. Reach Yachtmaster standard with comprehensive online learning and four exam papers. 40 hours of study at your own pace.
RYA Yachtmaster™ Instructor support
Duration 40 hours online
Learning Self-Paced
Certified RYA
Delivery Worldwide
PrerequisitesKnowledge to Day Skipper shorebased standard
CertificationRYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ Theory Certificate
Assumed knowledgeBasic knowledge of navigation, tides, meteorology and safety theory
RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained at Day Skipper level. It is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex passages, perhaps offshore or at night.
This course will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical examinations.
Through carefully written modules, the online course guides you through advanced techniques in all areas of navigation. At the end of each module, you are invited to try out what you have learned with online tests. Full answers are immediately available for every test question and you can go back and re-do any part of the module.
Once you have completed the course you're ready to sit the exams from your own home or office. Your submitted answers will be marked by a qualified RYA shorebased instructor, and if successful you will be awarded the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ Theory Certificate.
What You'll Learn
- 01 Advanced position fixing techniques
- 02 Course shaping and plotting
- 03 Tidal knowledge in depth
- 04 Use of almanacs and Admiralty publications
- 05 Electronic position finding equipment
- 06 Taking and interpreting weather forecasts
- 07 Plotting weather systems
- 08 Safety equipment and procedures
- 09 Passage planning for longer voyages
- 10 Navigation strategies for offshore passages
Try Before You Buy
Get free 24-hour access to the full RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster Online Theory course. Explore advanced navigation topics, offshore passage planning, and more.
- Full course access for 24 hours
- Advanced navigation content
- No credit card required
- Instant access
How the Course Works
Online Learning
Work through the advanced modules at your own pace. Each section builds on Day Skipper knowledge with more complex scenarios and techniques.
Instructor Support
You'll be assigned a dedicated RYA Yachtmaster™ Instructor to answer your questions via email, phone, Skype or FaceTime.
Course Materials
All materials are sent First Class in your free Urban Truant bag:
- Quality plotter and dividers for chartwork
- RYA training charts and almanac
The Exam
Complete the exam from home in a time limit. Answers are marked by a qualified instructor who will issue your certificate if successful.
On-platform animations
Course materials
What's Included
- Quality plotter and dividers
- RYA training charts and almanac
- Unlimited instructor access
- Free shipping in Urban Truant bag
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After the Course
You'll have the background knowledge needed to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and night. This certificate is the theory requirement for both the RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical examinations, and enables you to progress to the Coastal Skipper practical course or work towards your Yachtmaster™ Offshore qualification.
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