RYA Competent Crew

Competent Crew

Pre-course experience: None

Assumed knowledge: None

Course content: Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat, her rigging and sails, sail handling, ropework, fire precautions and fighting, personal safety equipment, man overboard, emergency equipment, meteorology, seasickness, helmsmanship, general duties, manners and customs, rules of the road, dinghies

Ability after the course: Able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy, and assist in all the day to day routines.

Min duration: 5 Days

Minimum age: None

Competent Crew course for beginners and those who would like to become active crew members rather than just passengers. Virtually all the course is hands on. You are the crew – without you the sails won’t go up and the boat won’t be steered

Course Structure

9am - 5pm with one day starting late to be able to do night navigation