The five-day RYA Competent Crew sailing course aboard our ultra-modern and well-equipped sailing yachts are for beginners and those who would like to become an active crew member rather than just a passenger.

Competent Crew is the entry-level course of the Royal Yachting Association. It is a hands-on course and by the end of the course participants should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day-to-day duties on board. The Competent Crew course is one of a structured series of courses run by the RYA including Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster. During your five days there will also be time to relax in the sunshine, appreciate the stunning scenery and enjoy time anchored in charming bays.

PRE-COURSE REQUIREMENTS

• No age restriction, No pre-course experience or assumed knowledge required

BRING WITH YOU ON THE DAY

• Waterproof clothing, Sunscreen

COURSE DETAILS

• Duration: 5 days, Start and finish time: 09.30 to variable

COURSE CONTENT

• Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat, Rigging and sails, Sail handling, Ropework, Fire precautions and fighting, Personal safety equipment, Man overboard, Emergency equipment, Meteorology, Seasickness, Helmsmanship, General duties, Manners and customs, Rules of the road, Dinghies

COURSE SCHEDULE

• Please contact us with the dates you would like to do this course and we will try to arrange this for you