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Day Skipper Sail
Take control of the yacht “and” your crew. During this five-day practical course, you will be given full responsibility at the helm for the crew and navigation with the instructor on hand at all times to provide advice and encouragement and to ensure your safety. This is designed for sailors looking to become a competent skipper for day sails.
From 1300€
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Pre-Course Requirements
The RYA Day Skipper practical course recommends that you complete the RYA Day Skipper Theory course to ensure you have the navigational skills required for the practical.
You must have completed:
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5 days of sailing
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100 nautical miles
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4 night hours on board a sailing yacht.
Our advice is to pick up the RYA Day Skipper Handbook so you are familiar with some of the vocabulary used on yachts.
*All sailing courses will require that you are in physically good shape.
Course Syllabus
The RYA Day Skipper Sail Course is a 5-day course that starts at 0930 and finishes at variable times depending on the day.
The Course Syllabus includes:
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Preparation for sea
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Deck Work
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Navigation
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Pilotage
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Meteorology
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Rules of the road
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Maintenance and repair work
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Engines
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Victualing
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Emergency Situations
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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
After being awarded your Day Skipper Certificate, with some more sailing miles under your belt you will be ready to take on the 5 day RYA Coastal Skipper course! As a coastal skipper, you will be able to sail up to 60 nautical miles offshore day or night.
