RYA Competent Crew introduces the absolute beginner to the delights of sailing aboard a cruising yacht. It is also an ideal stepping stone for dinghy sailors to try yachting and for those who have already done some crewing but wish to learn the right way. At the end of the 5 days you will have become, as the name suggests, a competent (and confident) member of the crew. The course is designed to provide as much fun and enjoyment as possible in a safe and reassuring environment.

You will be taught the fundamentals of crewing such as knots, nautical terms, sail handling and helming, as well as how to "live" in the environment of a cruising yacht. During the RYA Competent Crew course you will spend all 5 days aboard the yacht visiting many of the beautiful harbours and anchorages of the Solent and if the weather allows, complete a longer coastal passage. With a maximum of 5 students per course, your fully qualified instructors devote plenty of time to your individual needs. Safety is paramount in all RYA courses and you will learn how to operate flares, lifejackets, safety harnesses, liferafts, how to assist the recovery of a man overboard and participate in at least four hours of night time sailing during the course.

You will be awarded the RYA Competent Crew Certificate and be an asset to any crew you join.

This course is run all year round. Please call us for latest availability.  If you would like own boat tuition to complete this course please feel free to call us to discuss the options.

Itinerary:  Weekends: 1830 Friday until approximately 1600 Sunday. Weeks: 1830 Sunday until approximately 1600 Friday. Click here for an example schedule of how you will spend the week or weekend

What's Included:  All food except the evening of joining, wet weather gear, sleeping bag with liner and pillow, mooring fees and accommodation onboard. For details of what you should bring please refer to the FAQ's section

Next Step:  RYA Basic Navigation and Safety Course for small craft users such as RIB's and day boats or RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Theory for cruising yachts