RYA Day Skipper online theory is an enjoyable shorebased course that gives a rounded and practical introduction to the basics of navigation. The course is delivered fully online enabling you to complete it from the comfort of your own home and at your own pace. All course materials are provided in a handy navigator’s bag: including paper charts, training almanac, shorebased notes, Portland plotter and dividers. Instructor support and the cost of the exams is also included in your course price.

The Day Skipper syllabus is designed to give a new skipper the confidence to plan and safely undertake day time passages. It covers the basics of chartwork, tidal systems, seamanship, meteorology and collision regulations.

Fast Help Whenever You Need It

Just because your course is online, doesn’t mean the support you get is remote as well. Use the email button in your Classroom for fast help with minor queries or arrange a telephone / video call for a more in-depth conversation.

The instructors who support ‘Sailing Course Online’ are additionally RYA Yachtmaster™ Instructors. They’re 100% committed to giving you friendly and knowledgeable assistance. All exams are manually marked and helpful feedback is provided.

We have been working with our online provider to make the online course more power orientated so don’t be put off by their name ‘Sailing Course Online’.

How to purchase the course:
Purchase the course from the ‘Buy now’ at the bottom. There is nothing to download. When you book we will send you a letter with your user name and password together with your pack and away you go. Your certificate will be posted to you upon successful course completion.

Please note: Login codes and packs are normally despatched the same day Mon – Fri, office hours.