2 days theory 8.30am – 5.00pm
Coastal Navigation
Coastal Navigation
The Coastal Navigation course requires extra equipment – BUY HERE.
Coastal Navigation
An entry level navigation course designed to give you a firm foundation in practical navigation and seamanship. The course covers traditional skills such as buoyage, tides and passage planning as well as the latest in GPS and electronic systems.
This course can lead toward the RYA Day Skipper Theory certificate with a bridging course that involves an extra two days and an evening exam.
Syllabus:
Chart information and symbols
Publications
Use of navigation instruments
Chart work
Variation deviation
Lights
Hazards
Taking and plotting fixes
Tidal calculation
Satellite navigation – GPS
Safety procedures
What do I bring?
Plotter or plotter kit*
Dividers*
RYA Training chart 5*
Two soft 2B pencils
Pencil sharpener
Eraser
Note pad and pens
* Must be pre-ordered at least 2 weeks prior and will be supplied on the day, please phone or email to place order.
How long is the course?
2 full days 9:00am to 4:30pm