The Yachtmaster course qualifications are internationally recognised and respected throughout the yachting world.
They remain an excellent test of our ability to skipper a vessel in a safe, knowledgeable and efficient manner. From a commercial viewpoint these exams are mandatory for anyone wishing to take charge of a vessel and be responsible for others at sea. From a personal view these exams offer a serious challenge and are a true test of your competence at sea.
RYA Yachtmaster Course – Coastal – Pre-course Requirement
The minimum pre-course experience required:
- 30 days aboard
- 2 days as skipper
- 800 logged nautical miles
- 12 night hours
- VHF radio operators certificate
- Valid first aid certificate
- Logged sea miles within 10 years of exam, 50% of which in tidal waters
(Holders of the RYA Coastal Skipper Practical Ticket can commence with 20 days at sea, 2 days as skipper, 400M and 12 night hours)
RYA Yachtmaster Course – Offshore – Pre-course Requirement
The minimum pre-course experience required:
- 50 days aboard, 5 days as skipper
- 2500 logged nautical miles.
- 5 passages over 60 miles, including 2 as skipper and 2 overnight
- VHF radio operators certificate
- Valid first aid certificate
- Logged sea miles within 10 years of exam, 50% of which in tidal waters
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RYA Yachtmaster Course Coastal/Offshore – 5 day preparation
Onboard, emphasis will be on polishing up; close quarter sailing, boat handling skills, efficient sailing, skippering ability, passage planning, chart work and navigation. We will assess your areas for development and concentrate on a thorough airing of all exam requirements. The week is fairly intensive, with your instructor testing your depth of knowledge and asking for demonstrations of sound seamanship. The 5 day course is designed to hone in on and polish candidate’s knowledge, skill and competencies, we do not expect to deliver new skill training during the preparation week. Candidates should bring their personal log books detailing the required experience.
RYA Yachtmaster Course Coastal/Offshore – The exam
Candidates will be given the opportunity, over the two days, to demonstrate knowledge or competence in many areas of the exam syllabus.
- International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
- Safety
- Boat Handling
- General seamanship, including maintenance
- Responsibilities of skipper
- Navigation
- Meteorology
- Signals
In each section the examiner will expect to see the candidate take full responsibility for the management of the yacht and crew.
What is Included in our RYA Yachtmaster Preparation Week?
- Breakfast, lunch and freshly prepared evening meals
- MUSTO Wet weather gear
- Ocean Safety life jacket & safety equipment
- Tuition
- Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuits too!
- Marina facilities
- Free wifi when in port
- Free parking
- No extra fuel or berthing fees
- Exam Fee Extra – payable direct to the Examiner
RYA Yachtmaster Preparation Week Prices
5 Day Preparation and 2 Days on board for the Exam.
Single Candidate Saloon Berth £975.00
Single Candidate Own Cabin £1,025.00