RYA Sailing Courses

RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased

Advanced theory for experienced skippers — the essential qualification before the Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.

Online Course
~60 hours
Day Skipper level required
RYA Certified
Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00  ·  Sat 09:30–17:00
0208 324 3118
Online · Delivered by Navathome

Overview

Advanced Navigation Theory for Offshore Passages

All our online theory courses are delivered by Navathome, an RYA Recognised Training Centre specialising in online training. This advanced course is for more experienced skippers building on the Day Skipper qualification, equipping you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages.

The course takes your theory knowledge to the standard required for the RYA Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology. Three exam papers are included.

The course can be covered as a series of short sessions, as an intensive week-long course, or by distance learning. Students in the southern hemisphere can take advantage of a specially adapted version of the training materials.

Online

Study anywhere, anytime

 Approx 60

Hours study time

£315

Or £265 with a practical course

6 months

Access period (extendable)

Requirements

What You Need to Join

Students should have the practical and theoretical knowledge of Day Skipper level before starting this course.

Duration

Study at Your Own Pace

The online course takes approximately 60 hours, as everyone learns at their own pace. There is an initial 6-month time limit to complete the course, with a further 6-month extension available at a cost of £30.

The course can be covered as short sessions, an intensive week-long block, or by distance learning — whichever suits you best.

Registration & Price

Course Cost

Course alone
£315
With a practical course or holiday
£265

Please read the Navathome Terms & Conditions prior to booking.

What’s Included

Your Course Pack

Access to the online course for a period of 6 months

A course pack including a chart, Breton plotter, dividers, course handbook, exercises and an electronic chart plotter simulator download. Please read the shipping information prior to booking.

Email support from one of Navathome’s qualified instructors

RYA Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Offshore Theory certificate issued by Navathome on successful completion

Course Syllabus

What You Will Learn

Chart basics & corrections
Compass variation & deviation
Advanced tidal calculations
Tidal stream atlas
Position fixing & DR/EP
Course to steer
Electronic navigation & GPS
Radar simulator
Chart plotter exercises
Passage planning & watch systems
Visual aids to navigation
Pilotage & restricted visibility

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Get in touch with our team to enrol on the Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased course or ask any questions.

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