The Day Skipper / Yachtmaster Theory Course is a classroom-based or online course designed for those who want to improve their navigation and sailing skills. It is ideal for beginners who want to take charge of a boat safely and confidently. The course covers essential topics such as navigation, chart reading, tide calculations, weather forecasting, safety procedures, and collision regulations. It also includes practical exercises to help students understand how to plan routes, calculate positions, and handle emergencies at sea. Day Skipper Theory is perfect for those looking to skipper a small boat in coastal waters. This course provides the knowledge needed to pass the RYA (Royal Yachting Association) exams and is a stepping stone for practical training. Whether you want to sail for fun or build a career in sailing, this course is a great starting point.

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• Participants shall be above 18 years age
• Shall have basic knowledge of a yatch and some sailing experience

• Chart Work Familiarisation
• Understanding Tide Table
• Calculating Height of Tide and Tidal Current
• Magnetic and Gyro Compass
• Position Fixing
• Dead Reckoning and Fix
• Passage Planning
• Steering a Course
• GPS and Electronic Navigation System
• Channels and IALA Buoyage System
• Rules of the Road and Collision Regulations
• SOLAS and its Application
• MARPOL and Protection of Environment
• Pilotage
• Emergencies at Sea