RYA
Coastal
Skipper

The RYA Coastal Skipper course is for experienced sailors looking to undertake longer passages in coastal and offshore waters by day and night.

It covers advanced navigation, boat handling, and decision-making under challenging conditions, focusing on safe skippering in unfamiliar environments.

Who is the Course For?

Ideal for sailors with solid experience wanting to build on their knowledge and take on more challenging coastal passages. It’s the next step after Day Skipper, suitable for skippers looking to sail in more demanding conditions.

Course Content

Passage Planning and Execution
Plan longer passages, including weather, tides, and fuel calculations.
Advanced Navigation and Pilotage
Use electronic charts, advanced chart work, and pilotage in restricted waters.
Boat Handling Under Power and Sail
Handle the yacht in difficult conditions, mooring, anchoring, and night-time navigation.
Safety and Emergency Procedures
Manage emergencies, man-overboard recovery, and emergency steering.
Crew Management
Lead and communicate effectively during extended passages.
Night Sailing
Navigate using lights, buoys, and manage low visibility conditions.

Duration

5 days.

Pre-course experience

15 days at sea, 8 as skipper, 2 passages over 60 miles, 300 nautical miles logged, 8 hours of night sailing, and knowledge of coastal navigation and meteorology (shore-based theory recommended).

Minimum age

17 years old.

What’s included

Instruction by an RYA-qualified instructor.
Use of yacht and safety equipment.
Accommodation aboard with fresh bedding.
Ingredients for daily breakfast and light lunches.
RYA Coastal Skipper Certificate.
All course-related fees covered Fuel, Marina fees and any other necessities.
Maximum student to instructor ratio is 5 to 1.

Course Itineary

Starting Location: Gibraltar, Ocean Village
Potential Destinations: More information can be found here.
Ending Location: Gibraltar, Ocean Village

Outcome

Qualifies you to skipper coastal passages by day and night in various conditions, ready for more challenging yacht charters or progressing to the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore exams.

Price

999 GBP