Sea Jays Solent RYA Sailing School
Solent Sailing School

"Based in Lymington in the heart of the Solent"
 
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Our RYA Sailing Courses

The journey from novice to Ocean Yachtmaster is a serious undertaking, requiring dedication and many hours of effort.  It involves a mixture of theory training and many hours of practical training experience.  Ocean Yachtmaster is recognised around the world as the ultimate sailing qualification.  
Of course, not everyone wants or needs all the skills of a Yachtmaster, so the RYA have divided the learning into a number of distinct stages and qualifications.  Students progress up the ladder until they reach their desired skill and qualification level.
 
Click the links below for a detailed description of each course, dates and prices:

RYA SAILING COURSE PROGRESSION LADDER
Course   Days Prior Experience Post Course Ability
RYA Competent Crew
 Practical 5 None Useful crew member
RYA Day Skipper Theory
 Theory 4 Some practical experience helpful Basic navigation for day passage in local waters
RYA Day Skipper Practical
 Practical 5 Navigation to Day Skipper theory or Basic Nav. & Safety courses.
Some sailing ability		 Skipper small yacht in familiar waters by day
RYA Day Skipper Fast Track Theory &
Practical		 9 Some practical experience helpful Skipper small yacht in familiar waters by day
RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory
 Theory 4 Practical.
Navigation to Day Skipper. IRPCS Knowledge		 Theoretical knowledge of offshore navigation, pilotage and meteorology
RYA Coastal Skipper Practical
 Practical 5 15 days sailing (2 as skipper) 300 nautical miles and 8 night hours, plus Day Skipper Practical and Theory. Can begin to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and night
RYA Yachtmaster Preparation Practical
 Practical as
req'd
+1 for 
exam		 50 days at sea, 2500 miles, 5 passages over 60 miles with 2 as skipper, 2 overnight. Prepared for Yachtmaster exam
Private Practical tuition or charter   5 days Private tuition on our yacht with CJ for you and up to 4 friends. 
See practical courses for dates and call CJ on 07764 465 773 to discuss details and book.
We can also provide tuition aboard your own yacht. Please ask.
 
  

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They say - Attention to detail and a great experience - ! click to read our testimonials
 
 
Use the RYA Sailing Course ladder to determine the correct sailing course for you. If in doubt - give us a call
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