RYA Coastal Skipper motor cruising course (CSP601)

This is a residential course, i.e. a shared cabin accommodation on board is included. 

The 5 day RYA Coastal Skipper practical motor cruising course is for experienced Day Skippers who are ready to develop advanced skills in navigation and power handling on longer, more complex passages.

This course is designed to obtain the skill set to broaden your knowledge and practical confidence to extend your cruising range and explore more adventurous cruising grounds.

This course is a perfect stepping stone to the RYA Yachtmaster exam and certificate, with plenty of miles to be logged during daytime and night hours.

Course content

Learn to skipper an extended passage on coastal waters with our instructor on hand to give advice and teach you new techniques. Experience being in charge, managing your crew and your yacht, while navigating and executing teamwork manoeuvres during day and night.

This course is available as 5 consecutive days only

Amongst other you will learn

• Passage planning
• Preparation for sea
• Pilotage
• Passage making as a skipper
• Radar and electronic navigation
• Boat handling
• Adverse weather conditions
• Emergency situations

Please note that under certain conditions your Coastal Skipper certificate can be used to obtain a ICC certificate from the RYA. We recommend carefully reading these conditions before booking the Coastal Skipper practical course if you eventually require a ICC certificate.