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Day Skipper Shorebased Theory |
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The Day Skipper course is intended to equip the sailor enough knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day and a basic knowledge of lights is also included - in case you arrive back in darkness. The course is invaluable for those who want to learn how to make decisions on board especially those beginners who would like to become more involved with navigation. It is a comprehensive introduction for would-be skippers. 
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Course Type |
Shorebased Theory |
| Suggested minimum
pre-course experience | Some practical experience desirable |
| Assumed Knowledge | None |
| Course Content | Basic seamanship and introduction to navigation and meteorology |
| Ability After Course | The syllabus arms would-be skippers with enough knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day. A basic knowledge of lights is also included - in case they arrive back late |
| Minimum Duration | 40 hours and 2 exam papers |
The course covers the basics of navigation and pilotage covering chartwork, position fixing, plotting a course to steer, weather forcasting and meteorology, a knowledge of tides and the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea. Other topics covered include the construction, parts and equipment of a yacht, safety procedures (emergency and safety equipment and procedures such as distress calls, use of flares, safety harnesses, life jackets and liferafts) and the basics of seamanship. |
