Course Details
RYA Day Skipper Theory Evening Class in Southampton
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| Course Duration | To be confirmed |
| Day | Monday |
| Times | 18.30 - 21.00 |
| Date Commences | October. Monday evenings. Dates to be confirmed |
| Course Equipment | As part of the course fee each candidate is provided with the RYA Day Skipper Theory Shorebased Pack (Charts, Question Papers, Work Sheets, and access to the RYA On Line Electronic Chart Plotter ) Navigational Instruments, ie Plotter, Single Handed Dividers can be loaned from us whilst in the classroom. |
| Provision of Equipment | The RYA Day Skipper pack is RYA issue through us and is included in the course fee. All other items ie plotting instruments/pencil or other support materials if needed, can be purchased independently or through us. |
| Assessment | There are two assessment papers |
| Certification | On a succesful completion of the assessment papers the RYA Day Skipper Theory Certificate is issued |
| Refreshments | We are providing tea and coffee that you can make yourself. |
| Parking | Is free |
| Course Fee | To be confirmed. RYA Navigation pack included (Value £43.00) |
| Venue Location | Southampton Drystack Boat Park. 146 Millbank Street. Southampton. SO14 5AP. |
Course information
RYA Day Skipper Theory Evening Class in Southampton
A comprehensive introduction to Navigation for Sailors, Powerboaters, Kayakers, Fishermen, Divers etc
This course equips you with enough knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day.
A basic knowledge of lights is also included to introduce you to night navigation.
The RYA is continually updating its courses to take into account developments in
technology and the electronic navigation aids now available on most cruising / power boats.
In conjunction with the UK Hydrographic Office the RYA have developed a chart plotter
specifically for use on training courses, giving you a realistic insight into electronic
navigation.
Use of this plotter is an integral part of the Day Skipper shorebased course. You will need access to a PC to use the RYA On Line Chart Plotter. We will provide PCs at the evening class.
"Most of what was taught was new to me. It (the material) was well taught and well presented"
Christopher Palfrey. RYA Day Skipper Theory Evening Class.
Course topics include
The basics of seamanship.
The essentials of coastal navigation and pilotage.
Chartwork. Electronic charts.
Position fixing.
Plotting a course to steer.
Weather forecasting and meteorology.
Tides.
Collision regulations.
Construction, parts and equipment of a cruising boat.
Emergency and safety procedures including distress calls, use of flares,
safety harnesses, lifejackets and liferafts.
"Highly recommend the course and the teacher! Thank you so much Steve."
Jackie Ward. RYA Day Skipper Theory Evening Class.
Course Equipment included in the course fee
RYA Day Skipper Pack includes:- 2 Charts, Work Sheets / Questions, Day Skipper Handbook, access to the RYA On Line Electronic Chart Plotter, RYA Nautical Almanac, 2 Assessment papers - all are included in the course fee. (Value £43.00)
"Excellent course, great pace. Really enjoyed. Thanks Steve"
Terry Whitby. RYA Day Skipper Theory Evening Class.
The Evening Class
Although the evening class tuition doesn't start until 18.30, your Tutor will be in the classroom from 18.00 so that you can play catch up on subjects, complete any unfinished home work, or just review some areas of the course - or eat a snack!
The course will commence at 18.30, a mixture of tuition, interactive exercises, personal chartwork navigation, and completion of RYA Day Skipper theory Exercices covering all aspects of the RYA Day Skipper theory syllabus.
Each class will conclude at 21.00 with homework designed to support the development of learning.
No doubt there will be some candidates, as well as the tutor, that have holidays planned during the course, dates for the course will be discussed on the first evening with a flexible approach (perhaps even substituting some evenings for some Saturday mornings to finish the course earlier - to be discussed) we will set course work to be completed and arrange catch up sessions for individuals to keep up to speed with the class.
Other supportive courses, RYA VHF SRC Radio course £59. RYA First Aid course £59.
If you intend to work Commercially and have a Commercial Endorsement you will need to complete the online RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities Course
Book now to reserve your place.