Course Outline
These two-day courses are aimed primarily at extending skills in handling sailing yachts under power in the marina.
At crew request there may be time to include handling under sail in close quarters manoeuvres.
For most people the area that is of greatest concern is simply getting the yacht into and out of a marina without fuss or drama. Add some wind, perhaps a cross tide at a lock entrance, a tight berth and a few spectators and many skippers begin to feel under pressure. This is entirely normal. The day skipper and coastal skipper practical courses include boat handling but because it is just one element in a big syllabus there is time only to teach basic principles and practice a few basic manoeuvres.
Everyone needs more practice and this is what this course is all about.
Format Options
- 2-day course starting at 0900 to 1700 on each day (Usually a weekend)
Note: This is a non-residential course (you will return home after each day), catering is not provided, please bring a packed lunch with you on both days.
The Boat Handling course is not an RYA course, therefore, you are unable to complete an RYA certification on this course.
Previous Knowledge/Experience
RYA Competent Crew, RYA Day Skipper Practical, Coastal Skipper or equivalent knowledge or experience.
Location
Chatham Marina, Kent
Age
No minimum or maximum age limit. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
