For those who who prefer sailing to powerboating!

All the Sailing courses are set to the RYA standard and taught by qualified instructors from a recognised RYA Sail Training School.
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Sail Training Courses

Boatability is pleased to partner with a local sailing school to be able to offer the RYA Sailing Courses . These courses are suitable for those with little or no experience, who prefer sailing to powerboating!

RYA Competent Crew Course Sailing Courses  (5 Days)

Aimed at the beginner, introducing you to cruising at sea under sail, whilst providing you with the skills to become an active and integral team member of the crew. You will cover approximately 100 miles at sea and 4 hours of night sailing. During this course you will develop a sound knowledge and understanding of the yacht and all the basic sailing techniques, including rope work, mooring and casting off. 

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5 Day ICC Sailing Courses 

Our International Certificate of Competence (ICC) course is an internationally recognised certificate that qualifies the holder to sail in countries where formal qualifications are required (e.g. Croatia). 
 
The sailing courses  is aimed at those with little sailing experience and designed to ensure that you are a competent skipper of your own yacht. It takes 5 days to complete and includes 5 days sailing and 5 nights staying aboard the yacht. On day 5 you take a written and practical assessment, which on successful completion of you will have proved you have enough experience to sail on a level 1 charter or flotilla. 
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RYA 1 Day Skipper Course

Our RYA Day Skipper Practical course is designed to enable you to skipper a yacht by day in familiar waters. You will gain the qualification and experience needed to set sail aboard your own yacht, on a Yacht Charter or Flotilla holiday to many of Sunsails' worldwide destinations. 
 
Following this 5-day Day Skipper Practical course you will gain experience in deck work, navigation and passage making, as well as the confidence to skipper under sail and power. It will also teach you basic practical skippering techniques, which will enable you to skipper a yacht on short coastal passages by day, in both tidal and non-tidal waters. As a skipper you are responsible for the management of your vessel, therefore the course also includes elements of meteorology, engine checks, passage planning, preparing the yacht for sea and rules of the road.

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The minimum pre-course experience required is 5 days sailing and living onboard, 100 miles logged and 4 hours night sailing. You will also need to have completed your Day Skipper Theory course prior to taking your practical, or have knowledge equivalent to this level. 
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RYA Coastal Skipper Course

Our Coastal Skipper Practical Course is the next step up from your Coastal Skipper/Yacht Master Theory training, providing you with the knowledge to safely and assertively skipper a yacht on more demanding passages. 
 
Upon completion of the Coastal Skipper practical course you will be an advanced and confident skipper, with good boat handling and navigational skills in tidal waters. You will also be able to clearly understand chart work and electronic techniques, demonstrating strong leadership and sailing skills by day and night. 
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Leisure and RYA Training Course we offer

  • RYA Powerboat

    Boat Licence - The International Certificate of Competence, ICC, Boat License & CEVNI
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    RYA Powerboat Level 1

    A one day course that is introductory level to Powerboating - This is suitable for Children.
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    RYA Powerboat Level 2

    Designed for people wanting to acquire safe small boat operation skills during daylight hours on both coastal and inland waters.
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    RYA Intermediate Powerboat

    Pilotage, passage planning, and advanced boat handling in daylight hours on coastal waters, using both traditional and electronic navigation methods.
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  • RYA Advanced Powerboat

    Advanced standards required to drive a powerboat safely by day and by night, in tidal coastal waters with which the candidate can be familiar with.
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    Boat Licence

    The ICC - referred to as your "boat licence," is a crucial certificate to acquire before venturing to the European mainland.
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    ICC Powerboat Under 10m

    Power Boat License for Boats Under 10 Metres Including Jetskis/PWC's
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    ICC Powerboat Over 10m

    Using a boat over 10m in length, especially abroad, you will likely need the Power Over 10 Metre  (ICC).
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  • PWC (Jetski) - Personal Water Craft

    A 1 day PWC course consists of classroom theory and water-based practical tuition.
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    Shore Based Courses

    Includes VHF Radio operation, enhanced navigation, casualty care, or personalised one-on-one instruction.
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    VHF Radio

    This is legal requirement for anyone who operates a VHF radio at sea or on the shore.
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    RYA First Aid

    The RYA First Aid course is predominately aimed at the maritime sector.
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  • RYA Sea Survival

    RYA Sea Survival Training is recognised in industry and is essential for anyone travelling on the sea.
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    RYA Tender Operator

    The 2-day RYA Tender Operator Course enhances a candidate's powerboating skills and expertise.
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    Sailing Courses

    These courses are suitable for those with little or no experience, who prefer sailing to powerboating.
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