Training takes place on one of our L34’s in Langebaan, on the picturesque Langebaan Lagoon. This course will equip students with the practical knowledge necessary to be able to skipper a yacht and forms a sound foundation for those students wishing to train further to Yachtmaster level.

The RYA Day Skipper Tidal course can be combined (optional) with the SAS Day Skipper course at a minimal additional cost, enabling students to get two certificates for the price of one.

Who is it for?

The course is for those who aim to improve their sail setting and deck work. You will also develop your knowledge and understanding of seamanship and safety issues. During the course you will be able to take charge of the yacht on short tidal passages, under the guidance of the instructor

Ability after course

Skipper a small yacht safely in daylight hours in tidal waters familiar to the student.

Syllabus

The scope of the course includes basic pilotage, boat handling, seamanship and navigation.

This course introduces the students to the following fundamental topics necessary to be able to skipper a yacht:

1. Preparation for sea
2. Deck work
3. Navigation
4. Pilotage
5. Meteorology
6. Rules of the road
7. Maintenance and repair work
8. Engines
9. Victualling
10. Emergency situations
11. Yacht handling under power
12. Yacht handling under sail
13. Passage making
14. Night cruising

Note: If you want to apply for your SAS Day Skippers Ticket, you will need to have the following:

• ICASA VHF Radio License 
• Eye test

Qualification obtained

RYA Day Skipper Tidal certificate and/or SAS Day Skipper certificate

Course dates

The course is presented throughout the year. Please contact us for course dates. If you have a group booking (3 - 5 or more people) we will try our best to accommodate you on your dates.

Optional beneficial modules (bookings made upon request by student)

These modules are very desirable in the eyes of potential employers and will give you an edge over other job seekers in the yachting industry:

• RYA Power Boat Level II - 2 days
• Successful candidates will receive a license to drive a yacht tender under 10 metres.
• Our training includes some free fun: skiing, wakeboarding and tubing!
• RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance - 1 day
• RYA Radar - 1 day
• RYA VHF – 1 day
• Stewardess Training - 5 days

Exam fees / Registration fees and documents

The following must be paid directly by the student to the RYA via credit card:

• RYA Commercial Endorsement Fee £32.00
• For commercial Endorsement you will need the following:
1. Basic Sea Survival Certificate (you will receive this certificate after you completed the STCW 95 course which is included in the 4.5 Week Super Yacht Training to RYA Day Skipper)
2. SAMSA Seafarer’s Medical Examination (the cost is ZAR 300.00; you can go for the examination while you are doing the course with us – we will give you names of approved doctors)

Please bring the following with you:

• 4 Passport photo’s
• Copy of identity document or passport

Qualifications obtained (for essential modules)

• RYA Day Skipper Tidal Practical Sailing Course Certificate

Where to from here?
Once qualified as a RYA Day Skipper you can add on to this by simply doing your RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate.
Course dates

The course is presented throughout the year. Please contact us for course dates. If you have a group booking (3 - 5 or more people) we will try our best to accommodate you on your dates.

Course material

Each student receives the following which is yours to keep after the course:

• RYA Day Skipper Practical Booklet
• Complimentary Atlantic Yachting Cap
• Complimentary Atlantic Yachting T-Shirt
• Complimentary Atlantic Yachting Log Book

Our training includes the following:

• Power Point Presentationstake out
• Dividers (on loan or for sale)take out
• Plotters (on loan or for sale)take out
• Training manuals (on loan or for sale)take out
• Stationary (on loan)take out
• Pocket calculators (on loan)take out
• Foul weather gear (on loan)

Accommodation

Free accommodation is on board your training yacht for the duration of the course (including sheets, pillows, pillow cases, fully equipped galley and cleaning products) except for STCW 95 (we can arrange accommodation on your behalf for your account). The yacht is serviced once a week. You will also have the full use of the Club Mykonos Private Resort Facilities. WIFI vouchers can be purchased from our office.

Food

Nutritional light lunches are provided during the 5-day theory modules.

Tea and coffee are available at the office ~ always welcome for a cuppa!

Breakfast and dinner is not included in the course fee, however, tea, coffee and sugar is supplied on the yachts. We provide a nutritional menu plan (including a shopping list) for breakfast, lunches not included and dinner typically used when on the sea. We encourage students to cook on the yacht as part of the yachting experience & this helps with budgeting.

Course fees

Please contact us for high and low season prices as well as current specials. If you make a group booking (3 or more people), you qualify for a group discount.