Essential Navigational Skills RYA Course

Course Outline

This course is a great introduction to navigation and safety for new or inexperienced skippers and crew, and those wanting to refresh their skills. It is suitable for anyone interested in sailing, motor boating, sea angling or diving, and works well in complementing our on-the-water training, such as Start Yachting, Competent Crew and Helmsman courses.

It is also very useful as a lead-in course for someone who wants to complete a Day Skipper Theory course but has absolutely no experience of navigation or map reading. A recommended course for Powerboat level 2, Competent Crew and ICC Qualification, for those that have no previous experience.

Course topics include: Charts and Publications, Safety, Engine checks, Buoyage, Tidal awareness, Visual and electronic navigation, Pilotage, Rules of the road, Anchoring, Weather forecasts, Passage planning.

Course Format:

The course price is £109, and is available as an Online course.

Distance learning:

Flexible Learning: Log in anytime, anywhere. Take around 6–10 hours to complete in modules or all at once.
Interactive Modules: Engaging visuals, video guides, and practice scenarios make key concepts easy to digest.
Instructor Guidance: You are not on your own – our experienced Elite Sailing instructors are on-hand to provide support and feedback whenever you need help.

What’s Included?

Your course fee covers everything you need to complete the qualification with zero hidden extras:

Official RYA Physical Study Pack: Sent directly to your door, containing practice charts, course handbook, exercise book, navigation plotter, and brass dividers.
Online Access: Full login credentials for the RYA Interactive learning platform.
Online Assessment & Certification: Access to the final assessment and an official RYA certificate upon successful completion.

Previous Knowledge/Experience:

None – Ideal course for absolute beginners.

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