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RYA Day Skipper Sailing Theory


A comprehensive introduction to chart work, navigation, meteorology and the basics of seamanship for Day Skippers. The RYA Day Skipper Theory Course is essential to give you the knowledge to allow you to safely navigate and sail familiar waters by day.

Course Overview

A comprehensive introduction to seamanship, basic navigation, pilotage, safety procedures and Collision Regulations for use in local waters.

Click here for the full syllabus.

Duration

  • 5 days
  • Monday to Friday 0900- 1730 (includes exam)

Previous Exerience Required

  • None, but some practical experience is desirable

 Included

  • All course materials including RYA Day skipper course notes book.
  • Pen, Pencil & note paper.
  • Accommodation with breakfast (if required)
  • Lunch, tea and coffee.

Not included

  • Evening meals.

Price Per Person

  • 1000€ with accommodation
  • 750€ without accommodation

Availability

The following courses are confirmed:

  • 8th September 2025

Further dates to be confirmed but please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any particular dates in mind.

Note the courses run from the Monday to Friday but we meet you on the Sunday before at 1830 to settle you onto the boat so you are ready to start on the Monday morning in our classroom based in the marina, just 2 mins from your accommodation.

Please contact me stephanie@endeavour-sailing.co.uk to check for more availability.

 Recommended RYA Books

You will find it useful to do some precourse reading, please click here for our pre course reading handout and i can recommend the following:

Buy RYA Navigation Handbook at the RYA Shop
Buy RYA Navigation Exercises – 2nd Edition at the RYA Shop
Buy Navigation Lights and Shapes Cockpit Cards at the RYA Shop
 Buy Navigation Lights and Shapes Cockpit Cards at the RYA Shop
Day Skipper Handbook
Buy Day Skipper Handbook – Sail at the RYA Shop

 

Stephanie Charlton

Bookings & Questions

Not sure which course is right for you, have a question about sailing with us or want to check availability? Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.