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Coastal Skipper
Advanced skippering techniques for yachtsmen and women with considerable knowledge of sailing and navigation, wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night.
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Like the Day Skipper course, this 5 day course consists of skippered passages in a variety of situations. Each trainee will skipper more challenging passages and learn more about passage planning, pilotage by day and night, boat handling, safety and emergency situations.
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from 1250€
Pre-Course Requirements
The RYA Coastal Skipper practical course requires that you complete the RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster Theory shore-based course to ensure you have the navigational skills required for the practical.
You must have completed
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15 days ( 2 of which, being the Skipper) of Sailing
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300 Nautical Miles
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Minimum of 8 Night Hours on board a Sailing Yacht.
Our advice is to pick up the RYA Yachtmaster Handbook and have a stress free read through so you are familiar with some of the vocabulary used on yachts.
*All sailing courses require a certain amount of physical activity. If you are unsure as to your ability to take part in a course please contact us to discuss.
Course Syllabus
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Preparation for sea
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Passage Planning
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Passage making & ability as skipper
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Emergency Situations
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Adverse weather conditions
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Yacht handling under power
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Yacht handling under sail
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Passage making
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Night cruising
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Start and Finish Location: Estepona
What's Included
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Basic Food Provisions
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Accommodation
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Towels
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Bedding
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Life Jackets
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Fuel and Marina Costs
What to Bring
Sailors are exposed to the elements and must always be prepared for 4 seasons. Due to limited storage on board, we always recommend you bring lightweight clothing to suit all possible weather scenarios. Key things to bring include;
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Sun Protection
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Sun Glasses
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Boat Friendly Shoes
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Passport
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Shorts & T-shirts
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Light Trousers
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Bathing Equipment
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Lightweight Jumper or Jacket
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Personal Care Equipment (Shampoo, Deodorant, prescription Medicines)
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Anti Sea Sickness Tablets - especially if not an experienced sailor.
Post Course
The RYA Coastal Skipper is the highest level of course in the RYA scheme. After being awarded your Coastal Skipper Certificate, with a lot more sailing miles under your belt you will be ready to take on the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore exam!
