RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory

RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory Courses are intended to provide the theory knowledge required to help you pass RYA Yachtmaster practical exams first time. Yachtmaster theory is the pinnacle of all the RYA navigation and seamanship theory courses. This course is essential preparation to successful attendance of Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore exams.

RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory Course Syllabus includes modules in advanced navigation, pilotage and passage planning, Revision in the IALA buoyage system, advanced meteorology, in depth knowledge of IRPCS, fog navigation including blind pilotage, advanced tidal planning, Rescue procedures and effective crew management. The Yachtmaster theory course will consolidate the teaching received on your RYA Day Skipper theory course and build on this to provide increased confidence in your ability to manage the boat and crew as a RYA Yachtmaster during and after your practical course.

The RYA online correspondence courses provide a great alternative for anyone who cannot spare the time to attend an intensive course. These can all be taken in your own time and at your own convenience.

Using the online course you have total control over your speed of learning; when you take the exams and you can learn at any time and anywhere you happen to be, office, home, even when travelling. It can be fitted in around your social life and work routine.

All the study material that you will need to complete your course is included, plus you will get e-mail support from a team of dedicated course tutors.