RYA First Aid

The RYA first aid course is a one-day course covering all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages.

In a medical emergency a little first aid knowledge and immediate action can save lives, especially in remote locations. The RYA First Aid course is designed to provide a working knowledge of first aid for people using small craft and to support skippers.

We also give each student a free copy of the First Aid Manual worth £13.99 to refresh your memory in the future. 

Course Structure

the recovery position in a confined space

CPR, including the drowning protocol

cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure

seasickness and dehydration

medical assistance or advice by VHF

helicopter rescue

The course is recommended by the MCA and HSE and meets the requirements for:

professional skippers of small craft working within 60 miles of a safe haven, including Boatmasters

the Senior First Aid certificate needed by offshore racers subject to ISAF's regulations on first aid training (OSR 4.08.4)

Useful Information

We appreciate that finding time for courses can be difficult therefore we offer two course options to suit your needs:

2 evenings - 6.00pm to 10.00pm

1 full day -  1 Saturday or Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm