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RYA Day Skipper Theory

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Providers 4
Upcoming dates 6
From £550.00 incl. VAT
WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

RYA Day Skipper Theory is an RYA-accredited sailing or maritime safety course designed for crew and sailing professionals. This 2-3 days course covers practical on-water or classroom instruction leading to an RYA qualification recognised internationally.

Prerequisites

  • No formal prerequisites. RYA courses are progressive and welcome all experience levels
  • Basic swimming ability recommended for practical courses
  • Dependent on specific course level and type

What You'll Learn

  • Sailing techniques and seamanship fundamentals
  • Navigation, chart work and passage planning
  • Safety procedures and emergency protocols
  • Vessel handling and crew coordination
  • Maritime regulations and best practices
  • Confidence and competence under sail or power
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
2-3 days
Typical Cost
£895 / £485 pp
Issuing Body
RYA
Certificate
RYA Theory Certificate / Study Materials
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
26 Oct 2026 to 30 Oct 2026 Plymouth Sailing School Plymouth, United Kingdom £550.00 incl. VAT Book →
9 Nov 2026 to 13 Nov 2026 Plymouth Sailing School Plymouth, United Kingdom £550.00 incl. VAT Book →
16 Nov 2026 to 21 Nov 2026 Falmouth School of Sailing Falmouth, United Kingdom £485 pp Book →
14 Dec 2026 to 18 Dec 2026 Plymouth Sailing School Plymouth, United Kingdom £550.00 incl. VAT Book →
18 Jan 2027 to 22 Jan 2027 Plymouth Sailing School Plymouth, United Kingdom £567.00 incl. VAT Book →
15 Feb 2027 to 19 Feb 2027 Plymouth Sailing School Plymouth, United Kingdom £567.00 incl. VAT Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Plymouth Sailing School
Plymouth, United Kingdom
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Falmouth School of Sailing
Falmouth, United Kingdom
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Red Cap Sailing School
Langkawi, Malaysia
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Asia Pacific Yachting (RHKYC Yacht Sail Training)
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
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