Course Overview
This introductory course covers the key skills and knowledge required for safe navigation and seamanship, including:
Charts and publications
Buoyage and navigation
Safety equipment and procedures
Tides and tidal streams
Rules of the road (IRPCS)
Weather forecasts and passage planning
Electronic navigation and visual pilotage

How It Works
Start Anytime: Begin the course at your convenience.
Self-Paced: Learn at your own speed, with up to 3 months to complete.
Course Pack Delivered to You: Includes essential learning materials and plotting tools.
Instructor Support Throughout: An experienced RYA instructor is available via email or phone to answer questions and provide guidance.

Who It’s For
This course is ideal for:
New and aspiring sailors or powerboaters
Inland and coastal recreational boaters
Anyone looking to build a foundation before progressing to more advanced RYA training
Certification
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive the RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship Certificate, a recognised starting point in your maritime training journey.