RYA Coastal Skipper and RYA Competent Crew Sept 2026
AIM
Advanced skippering techniques for yachtsmen and women with considerable knowledge of sailing and navigation, wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night.
Like the Day Skipper course, this course consists of skippered passages in a variety of situations. Each trainee will skipper more challenging passages and learn more about passage planning, pilotage by day and night, boat handling, safety and emergency situations.
It is a satisfying but intensive week, with candidates often working towards a Certificate of Competence.
DURATION
5-day residential course on a yacht over 5 days in a row for a total of 5 days and nights.
Starting at 1700 on the first day and finishing around 1600 on the last.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
RYA Competent Crew, Details Here
RYA Coastal Skipper,
This course has some prerequisites;
15 days, 2 days as skipper, 300 miles, 8 night hours on board a sailing yacht.
Navigation to shore-based RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster.
MINIMUM AGE
Minimum age: 18 yrs
COST
Cost: £700 for Members, £800 for non-members (50% deposit required)
which includes
All Inclusive (no extra fees)
Certificate on successful completion of course.
YOU NEED TO BRING
- Waterproofs and warm clothes
- None marking shoes
- Sleeping bag and pillow case
- Notebook and pen
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Base of operations, Exe Sailing Club, max ratio of 1 instructor to 4 students.
FURTHER QUESTIONS
Do not hesitate to contact our Club Professional on
Email: training@exe-sailing-club.org
Phone: 01395 264607
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Last updated 9:07pm on 26 November 2025