RYA Day Skipper - Theory
This is the course for those who are looking for an introduction to the theory of boating with a view to skippering their own boat by day.
Topics include:
- Nautical Terminology
- Navigational Publications
- The Compass
- Basic position fixing
- Chartwork
- Tidal streams and heights
- Safety
- Buoyage
- Navigation in fog
- Meteorology
- Pilotage
- Passage Planning
- Rules of the road
- Rope and anchor work
Taken over 6 days, this course will give a sound grounding in basic navigation and theoryand prepare the candidate for progression to Day Skipper Practical courses under Sail or Power.
