Rya approved yachtmaster ocean theory course online, a course in astro navigation and worldwide meteorology. The complete yachtmaster has been a bestseller since first publication and has established itself as the standard reference for yachtmaster students as well as skippers of all levels of experience. Yachtmaster courses and rya courses recommended reading. Rya yachtmaster theory course completion certificate to support your practical course, professional qualification or mca master 200 oral exam. The course consists of six days of astronavigation and worldwide meteorology.
She now trains and examines radio instructors, runs short courses in radar, vhf radio and first aid, teaches day skipper and yachtmaster theory courses and examines yachtmaster offshore candidates. When a new yacht is delivered on or after 07 august 20. With over 20 years experience in running sail training we can help you with your sailing goals. Rya yachtmastercoastal skipper theory london nomad sailing. Skippers online is a recognised rya distance learning centre based in the uk. Your personal boating experience, from starting out up to rya yachtmaster ocean, will be enhanced by this book. This ebook is enhanced with video footage taken from interviews with the author. The course is an advanced course in navigation techniques. First of all a textbook for the syllabus and secondly a book to learn celestial navigation. Yachtmaster theory online book now this is an online course so all you need to do is to choose the courses that you want to do, pay and we will send your login details and instructions for taking the course and of course send you out your course pack. Formerly the ryas training manager, he has over 30 years experience examining, and there is nobody better to help you succeed. Stcw training takes place in the cape town foreshore, training starts promptly at 8.
For international transfers, please add an extra r400 for clearance bank fees included in the course fees is. Sailing, seamanship and navigation for the modern yacht skipper 9th edition cunliffe, tom on. Yachtmaster theory is the pinnacle of all the rya navigation and seamanship theory courses. All the above is covered in the competent crew day skipper theory day skipper practical coastal skipper yachmaster theory coastal skipper practical. This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. Alison noice is a yachtmaster instructor and examiner and an examiner of yachtmaster instructors. We endeavor to tailor the yachtmaster program to each individual needs. Covering topics such as position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tidal knowledge, interperating forecasts, weather predicitons, collision regs, use of publications plus more. Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an rya yachtmaster offshore certificate of competence, which is valid for use as a master of yachts, up to 200gt in category 1 waters 150 nm from a safe haven. With a mix of practical and theory, it will also cover radiotelephone procedures for search and rescue. Do you think i can study this book on my own to learn the theory required to pass yachtmaster coastal and yachtmaster offshore exams and save. A very fascinating course which looks at long range navigation using the celestial bodies of sun, stars, planets and moon.
You should have practical boat handling experience to a yachtmaster coastal level, as well as a sound working knowledge of tidal navigation, preferably a yachtmaster theory certificate. Yachtmaster course online, yachtmaster online theory. Irish offshore sailing also offer online theory courses delivered by navathome, an rya recognised training centre, specialising in online courses. I read this book while preparing for the rya yacht master exam, finding it well. It is an advanced level course building on skills learnt at coastal skipper level, we do expect students to have completed the coastal skipper course and undertaken.
It is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex passages perhaps offshore or at night. Before joining the course, students should have the prerequisite experience outlined above, navigation theory to rya coastal skipper yachtmaster theory level and a thorough knowledge of the collision regulations. The iyt worldwide yachtmaster offshore certificate is a recreational certificate of competency to command sailing andor power vessels up to 24 metres in length up to 150 nm offshore. We will also provide you with the following which you will be able to keep. The yachtmaster theory course is the next course on from the day skipper theory course. Commercial yacht master s handbook page 2 of 43 aug 2014 2 maritime labour convention, crew contracts and lists of crew the mlc has landed and its applicable to all yachts commercial yachts registered with the isle of man, of any tonnage, are required to comply. If you would like to book a shorebased course with chichester marine training you can use the online booking system at the bottom of the page, or feel free to give us a call on 01243 511293 or 07570 579427 and we can take your booking over the phone. The instructor will debrief you fully as the week progresses and ensure that you get time to work on those weaker areas. Commercial yacht masters handbook page 3 of 43 aug 2014 2. The compass including allowance for deviation and swinging the compass tidal theory. When you pass the exam on the last day you receive the rya yacht master shore based certificate.
A crew agreement must be used whether or not there is in place any other contract or agreement with the yachts crew. Over 60 fully animated lessons, full rya course pack. Rya logbook, yachtmaster sailing school pen, 72page blank quad exercise book and blank almanac pages for theory. It allows some time for revision of the basics and then moves on to advanced navigation techniques, building on the rya day skipper theory course, and will raise your knowledge to the standard.
Rya coastal skipper theory and rya yachtmaster offshore theory courses from rya training, these are advanced training for more experienced skippers building on the day skipper course. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Rya yachtmaster course online, an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the day skipper theory course. This book is also included in the rya coastal skipperyachtmaster offshore theory course pack. It is about practicing for the ryamca yachtmaster coastal or the yachtmaster offshore certificate of competence exam, tweaking your technique and perhaps ironing out any bad habits you may have picked up. Content of the rya yacht master shore based theory course. A course tailored as preparation for the practical courses in coastal skipper and yacht master offshore and relevant knowledge for leisure skippers.
May 01, 2011 rya yachtmaster handbook stevens, james on. The course takes approximately 4050 hours with a long assessment of 3 parts irpcs. This yachtmaster course is designed to help you pass your rya yachtmaster shore based chart work exam with confidence and as an aide memoire prior to taking the practical coastal skipper course and exam and the yachtmaster exam. Use of rya reference books and navigation equipment. Yachtmaster for sail and power is a major reference book which will prove.
Interim inspections a commercial yacht may undergo an interim mlc inspection under the following circumstances. Yachtmaster theory workshop this short yachtmaster theory workshop provides revision of the basics of navigation theory and charts in preparation for the yachtmaster theory course. Yachtmaster coastal preparation commodore yachting ltd. The course is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex passages, perhaps offshore or at night. Make the ocean your office with our yachtmaster ocean course, which gives you all the sailing, theory, maintenance, leadership skills and experience you need to be a yachtmaster ocean skipper. Gain confidence, knowledge and seamanship skills with our highly experienced yachtmaster instructors. Subjects include an analysis of what makes a good skipper, the theory and. This rya yachtmaster theory and coastal skipper theory course will equip you with the knowledge to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. Sunsails coastal skipper practical course is the next step on from the rya coastal skipper and yachtmaster theory courses.
The rya coastal yachtmaster online theory course provides you with knowledge and confidence to explore tranquil anchorages and foreign destinations, or use your qualification as another stepping stone towards a career on the water. This will long continue to be a very important backup skill and is considered by the mca to be an essential part of the masters training. In this fully revised sixth edition, tom cunliffe brings together all the essentials of modern cruising in one volume. At yachtmaster level we always allow for deviation and we will have to compute the. Get your rya ocean yachtmaster theory qualification with this mca ryaapproved online course. Rya theory packs use of rya reference books and navigation equipment rya day skipper theory certificate. It is a comprehensive theory and live aboard course consisting of five days classroom theory and a practical component of six days for sail or five. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
The course is intense and rewards those who have prepared well so get the resources you need to start studying. To take the practical examination, candidates must be aged 17 years or over and require. Your theory needs to be to the level of rya coastal skipper yachtmaster offshore to complete this course. For more information regarding this course, do not hesitate to contact one of our crew training centres. Rya electronic chart plotter download, rya yachtmaster advanced theory book, rya training almanac, rya ym1 exercises and course information book, rya training chart 3, rya training chart 4, rya weather booklet, reeds skippers handbook course reference book, splash chart plotter breton style, dividers single handed, compasses, 2b chartwork pencil, special pencil eraser for chartwork. Yachtmaster motor cruising course portsmouth and chichester. Rya yachtmaster theory which is also known as rya coastal skipper and yachtmaster theory is a 40 hour course and with our very knowledgeable trainers and small groups we will teach you to understand charts and more advanced passage planning safely. To gain the iyt yachtmaster ocean certificate, candidates must first hold the iyt yachtmaster offshore certificate. Take yachtmaster theory in sunny malta regina sailing. Its a beautifully overengineered bracelet called the oysterflex. The yachtmaster coastal has the knowledge needed to skipper a yacht on coastal cruises no more than 60 nautical miles offshore in favourable conditions but does not necessarily have the experience needed to undertake longer passages. The complete course version 5 is simply the easiest way to learn the theory of seamanship and navigation for the rya courses. In this fully revised and uptodate 9th edition of the complete yachtmaster, tom cunliffe brings together all the essentials of modern offshore cruising in one volume, including the characteristics of a good captain, the theory and practice of sailing and sail trim, the art of seamanship, practicing accurate navigation including all digital forms, comprehending ocean meteorology, heavy weather preparation and survival, understanding sailboat stability, and dealing swiftly and competently.
The majority of our rya yachtmaster candidates want to get the theory and practical courses done in quick succession, keeping the theory fresh in the mind and applying it immediately to the practical training. Rya yachtmaster preparation onboard 5 day, followed by 2. Tidal heights including secondary ports tidal streams including interpolation of drift estimated position. The rya coastal skipperyachtmaster theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the shorebased day.
The rya online yachtmaster theory course is the next step for those looking to progress from day skipper qualification. Skipper and yachtmaster theory courses and examines yachtmaster offshore candidates. Yachtmaster theory and logbook requirements course duration. For the first time, rolex is delivering a watch on a rubber strap except in classic rolex fashion its not a rubber strap at all. Also good to have in the ship library for quick ref. Yachtmaster theory course ocean star sailing academy. We start with yachtmaster theory, working hard to ensure that every candidate has a solid technical base. Agreements are to be used for each commercially operated yacht in conjunction with the official log book. It is a requirement of cayman islands law that it is properly used and completed. All qualifying sea time and passages must be gained on vessels appropriate to the type of exam i. The following course structure is not offered at professional yacht master training usa.
It is a fantastic course with incredible slide shows and step by step interactive aids to help. In this fully revised and uptodate 9th edition of the complete yachtmaster, tom cunliffe brings together all the essentials of modern offshore cruising in one volume, including the characteristics of a good captain, the theory and practice of sailing and sail trim, the art of seamanship, practicing accurate navigation including all digital forms, comprehending ocean meteorology, heavy weather preparation and survival, understanding sailboat. Yachtmaster preparation courses are normally skills and drills from 9. The rya yachtmaster ocean certificate is also a prerequisite for the mcas chief mate, master 500 and master 3000 qualifications. Online yachtmaster theory course first class sailing. This highly respected and refreshingly practical study guide covers the whole syllabus in detail, all illustrated with colour photographs, charts and worked examples throughout. Although the chapters include subjects that are covered in earlier books, this assumes knowledge at or close to rya yachtmaster level and highlights what a. Teaches astro navigation, celestial navigation, yachtmaster ocean including. Rya yachtmaster offshore package yachtmaster sailing school. As of march 2018 they have taught over 2,500 rya day skipper and yachtmaster theory students in 65 countries online.
T he yachtmaster coastal preparation course leads to rya mca certificate of competence which is awarded after a successful examination. Yacht master coastaloffshore theory vickyjinks 20191216t14. Rya yachtmaster shorebased theory courses are intended to provide the theory knowledge required to help you pass rya yachtmaster practical exams first time. The course includes compass, chart work, tides, meteorology, passage planning and pilotage, nautical terminology, rope work, safety and emergency procedures, and collision avoidance. The workshop is aimed at those preparing for the yachtmaster offshore or yachtmaster coastal theory week, but is open to all. Theory courses take place at the school and commence at 8. What does the yachtmaster ocean theory course consist of. The rya yachtmaster ocean course includes the rya question paper and almanac and the most comprehensive online ocean navigation course available. Rya yachtmaster shorebased notes ysn asia pacific yachting. Please see the attached booking form for prices which include vat and are payable to yachtmaster sailing school. It goes into a lot more detail that which is covered in the day skipper theory course. Rya yachtmaster theory online study for your rya day. If you hold the yachtmaster offshore certificate of competence, you may continue with the yachtmaster ocean. If you need to build your miles and gain the qualifying passages then you could book on to out motor mile builder course.
Rya yachtmaster theory is a 7 day course that delves deeper into marine navigation. Yachtmaster coastal practical exams can be taken under sail or power and your certificate will be endorsed accordingly. You will then take the final exam on the last two days depending upon the numbers being examined. The oyster perpetual yachtmaster is the only professional model offered in three sizes. We employ the same stateofthe art technology chosen by major corporations such as ibm, microsoft and sony to deliver online training to their employees. Yachtmaster coastal or yachtmaster offshore practical course. Yacht master coastaloffshore theory searegs training. The yachtmaster s oysterflex bracelet, developed and patented by rolex, offers a sporty alternative to the metal bracelets without compromising robustness, water resistance or. For a longterm career in the maritime industry, we recommend gaining your ocean master qualification as it allows you to skipper a sailing yacht up to. Rya yachtmaster theory shorebased course mylor sailing. The pace of theory tuition is dependant on the individual, with evening tutorials to help everyone keep pace.
The complete course rya theory boat books australia. The rya coastal skipperyachtmaster theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the shorebased day skipper course. Rya yachtmaster theory books and syllabus regina sailing. Rya yachtmaster ocean online rya yachtmaster sailtrain. The coastal skipper yachtmaster theory is an advanced course for those who wish to skipper a yacht on longer coastal passages or for students working towards the rya yachtmaster qualification. The day skipper shorebased course covers the essential knowledge needed to navigate a yacht on simple passages.
Sailing, seamanship and navigation for the modern yacht skipper 7th revised edition by cunliffe, tom isbn. Download lessons to run offline on ipads, iphones and android devices. Anyone who cruises in open waters or races offshore owes it to their crew to have the knowledge this training covers. Advanced navigation theory, safety and seamanship by penny haire, sarah selman isbn.
Stewardess training takes place in gordons bay andor ocean star sailing academy. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The most comprehensive online ocean navigation course available. Rya yachtmaster ocean course in australia with flying fish. The course follows the yachtmaster coastal offshore exam syllabus. Good book as the rya booklet for the yacht master is very basic, the book is a good support and source of information for anyone doing the rya coastal or yacht master course.
You or a training centre provide the boat and the rya provides an examiner. Rya yachtmaster theory course chichester marine training. Rya costal skipper yachtmaster theory online the allabroad rya coastal skipper yachtmaster theory online course enables you to study at your own pace prior to joining us for your coastal skipper practical course or as a refresher course before embarking upon your yachtmaster prep and exam course. Yachtmasters handbook international yacht solutions. Rya coastal skipper yachtmaster theory certificate within 2 years is strongly recomended. It is the required level of theory for the rya coastal skipper practical course or the ryamca yachtmaster coastal and yachtmaster offshore examinations. Mca ryaapproved online course covering the entire ym offshore syllabus. For ten days, this course goes in depth for everything you need to know on radio communication. All course materials including rya yachtmaster theory course notes book ysn05. The all new january 2017 rya yachtmaster online theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the shorebased day skipper course. The essential coursebook for the rya ocean yachtmaster certificate 2nd by pat langleyprice, philip ouvry isbn.
Coastal skipperyachtmaster offshore theory course where. Rya coastal yachtmaster online theory course from urban. Author james stevens is the creator of the current rya yachtmaster scheme for sail and power boats. A thorough knowledge of all subjects covered in the iyt yachtmaster offshore course is assumed. For the yachtmaster offshore i suggest you buy a book and flipcards to learn the collision regulations colregs as well as a book. The coastal skipper course content is designed to equip students with strong boat handling and navigational skills in tidal waters.