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RYA Shorebased (Day Skipper/Coastal/YM theory) qualifies crew to run guest watersports activities safely on board, a common route for deckhands wanting an extra string to their bow. It's currently listed with 27 providers in the YachtSync directory, including Ondeck Maritime Training (Ondeck Antigua). Requirements and syllabus depend on which specific discipline (powerboat, dinghy, windsurf) and RYA level you're aiming for.
RYA Shorebased (Day Skipper/Coastal/YM theory) is an RYA instructor qualification that lets yacht crew safely run and supervise watersports activities for guests on board.
Deckhands and interior crew looking to add watersports responsibilities to their role typically take this, usually alongside an existing RYA Powerboat Level 2 or similar base qualification.
Duration depends on the specific discipline and your existing RYA qualifications. Providers can advise on the fastest route from where you're starting.
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