INTERNATIONAL SAILING QUALIFICATIONS
RYA TRAINING
AN OVERVIEW
There are several reasons to study RYA courses:
Internationally recognised – RYA qualifications are respected and accepted globally, including by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
High-quality training – each course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of sailing techniques, safety procedures and navigational skills
Practical experience – RYA courses provide hands-on training on the water to prepare you for the real world sailing situations
Enhanced credibility – RYA is the number 1 training organisation in the world
These courses can enhance your credibility in the sailing community
Pacific Sailing School has partnered with a number of local and international providers to enhance your learning experience and transport it to the world we know today.
Face-to-face classroom learning is a thing of the past, so we have developed eLearning packages that cover each theory syllabus, allowing you to study:
- at your own time
- at a pace that suits your lifestyle
- from anywhere in the world.
We recognise that sometimes a bit more guidance is needed, so most of our courses offer a blended course format where you pre-study the eLearning topics being covered and then attend evening Virtual sessions with our RYA Yachtmaster Instructors.
RYA COMPETENT CREW
With no pre-course knowledge required, take the first steps to becoming a knowledgeable and useful crew member.
Available on Monohull or Catamaran as a 5 day/4 night liveaboard course.
rya essential navigation & seamanship
A great introduction to navigation and safety awareness for new or inexperienced skippers.
RYA DAY SKIPPER theory
16 eLearning modules are blended with 4 x 3-hour evening virtual sessions. Revise the hard bits with our RYA Yachtmaster Instructors and gain a deeper understanding of the course content.
RYA DAY SKIPPER PRACTICAL
With a basic knowledge of navigation to Day Skipper Theory level and basic sailing ability, this 5 day/4 night live-aboard course will give you the confidence to skipper a small yacht in familiar waters by day.
RYA DAY SKIPPER package
This package combines the RYA Day Skipper Theory and the RYA Day Skipper Practical Courses. The practical component can be undertaken on either a Monohull or Catamaran.
ICC
Many countries around the world require an International Certificate of Competence in order to charter a vessel. A pass on your RYA Day Skipper Practical course allows you to apply for the ICC or you can book an assessement with us
rya coastal skipper/ yachtmaster theory
This course of 40-hours eLearning plus 6 x 3-hour virtual evenings provides advanced training for more experienced skippers and builds on the RYA Day Skipper course. It equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages.
rya coastal skipper/ yachtmaster practical
This is a five day/4 night advanced course for those who have knowledge of sailing and navigation, wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night.
RYA YACHTMASTER OCEAN
This 5 day shore-based course teaches you ocean passage planning and celestial navigation. You will leave the course confident that you have the knowledge and skills required to navigate an ocean passage using traditional methods.
rya yachtmaster offshore PREParation for Exam
Prepare for your final RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Examination. Receive intensive onboard coaching prior to being examined by an independent examiner.
rya yachtmaster program fast track
Discover the steps from beginner to RYA Yachtmaster. Enter at any level and our sailing advisors are here to advise where to start depending on your knowledge level and experience.
| RYA Courses | Pre Course Knowledge | Ability After Course |
| Start Yachting Practical | None | First steps to becoming a knowledgeable and useful crew member |
| Competent Crew Practical | None | Knowledgeable and useful crew member |
| Essential Navigation & Seamanship On line | None | Basic introduction to navigation and safety |
| Day Skipper Theory Shore based and available on line | Some practical experience desirable | Theoretical knowledge of basic seamanship, navigation and meteorology |
| Day Skipper Practical | Basic knowledge of navigation to the level of the Day Skipper Shore based Course and basic sailing ability. 5 Days sailing, 100 miles, 4 night hours. | Skipper a small yacht in familiar waters by day. |
| Day Skipper Combined Theory & Practical Shore based & Practical | Some practical experience desirable | Skipper a small yacht in familiar waters by day. |
| RYA Coastal Skipper/Yacht Master Shorebased Course Shore based and available online | Practical experience desirable. Navigation to Day Skipper shore based standard. | Theoretical knowledge of offshore and coastal navigation, pilotage and meteorology. |
| RYA Coastal Skipper Practical Practical | 15 Days (2 days as skipper) 300 miles, 8 night hours Navigation to Coastal/Yacht Master shore based standard, sailing to Day Skipper standard | Can begin to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and night |
Yacht Master Coastal or Yacht Master Offshore Prep + MCA/RYA Exam | 30 Days (2 days as skipper) 800 miles, 12 night hours Navigation to Coastal/Yacht Master shore based standard VHF/HF licence First Aid certificate | Has the knowledge and ability to skipper a yacht on coastal cruises but not necessarily the experience needed to undertake longer passages. Has the same theoretical knowledge as a Yacht Master but not as much practical experience to enable him or her to perform as smoothly or consistently |
+ MCA/RYA Exam | 50 Days (5 days as skipper) 2500 miles 5 passages over 60 miles (including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper) Navigation to Coastal/Yacht Master shore based standard VHF/HF licence First Aid certificate | A Yacht Master is competent to skipper a cruising yacht on any passage during which the yacht is no more than 150 miles from a harbour |
| Yacht Master Ocean Theory Shore based | Coastal and offshore sailing Navigation to Coastal Skipper/Yacht Master Offshore shore based standard | Has the theoretical knowledge of astro navigation, ocean meteorology and passage planning to undertake an ocean passage |