Competent Crew

• Module 1: Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat
• Module 2: Rigging and sails
• Module 3: Sail handling
• Module 4: Ropework
• Module 5: Fire precautions and fighting
• Module 6: Personal safety equipment
• Module 7: Man overboard
• Module 8: Emergency equipment
• Module 9: Meteorology
• Module 10: Seasickness
• Module 11: Helmsmanship
• Module 12: General duties
• Module 13: Manners
• Outcome: Able to become a useful active crew member aboard a cruising yacht

• Able to become a useful active crew member aboard a cruising yacht

• Experience: None
• Age: Recommended age 12
• Fitness: Able to participate in the course format (afloat, classroom or online as applicable). You will get wet on practical courses.

5 days, Often run over 3 weekends or 3 days plus a weekend. If you have done the Start Yachting course, this course can be completed in 3 or 4 days. Format: This course is based on the water..

Continuous practical assessment by your RYA instructor. No written exam unless noted for theory modules.

• You demonstrate the course skills to your instructor's satisfaction on the water or in the classroom.
• Extra coaching time is normal if a skill needs another pass.
• Certificate issued once you consistently meet the course standard.