Module 2 – RYA Coastal Skipper (Sail) Training Programme

The Module 2 RYA Day Skipper (Sail) Training Programme is 46 days long and aimed at those who have either completed Module 1 or have existing experience but wish to develop their current navigational, passage planning and sailing skills, allowing them to confidently skipper coastal passages.

Pre-Course Requirements:

  • RYA Day Skipper or equivalent knowledge and experience.
  • A minimum of 300 miles and 15 days sea time, including 2 days as skipper and 8 night hours, is required. However, some of this sea time may be accrued during the module.
  • A sound knowledge of navigation and practical experience on the water.

Outcome: While the RYA Coastal Skipper qualification cannot be commercially endorsed, it aims to enable the student to skipper a yacht by day or night on coastal passages.

Minimum Age: 17 years or (18 years for Commercial Skipper Certification).

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