Beginner Courses

Perfect for those new to sailing. Build a strong foundation with our introductory courses.

Young sailor in a red foul-weather jacket and lifejacket at the wheel of a yacht with a Dutch ensign on a grey, breezy day

RYA Start Yachting

An introduction to sail cruising & seamanship

Close-up of a sailor's gloved hands tailing a line on a winch with mountains in the background

RYA Competent Crew

Gain the Ability to Assist in the Safe and Proficient Running of the Yacht.

Three sailors in conversation on deck of a yacht with a red coastguard vessel docked behind them

Boat Handling

Improve your Understanding of how a Yacht Handles under Power or Sail

Two sailors looking forward from the bow of a yacht under a bright blue sky

Own Boat Tuition

Own Boat Tuition

Sailor in a yellow jacket and beanie using a VHF radio handset at the helm station

VHF Radio

Use of VHF/DSC marine radio's

RYA Training Almanac, dividers and pencil laid out on nautical charts

Essential Navigation Online

A great introduction to navigation and safety awareness