The Day Skipper course syllabus covers the following:
- Preparation for Sea
- Deck Work
- Navigation
- Pilotage
- Meteorology
- Rules of the Road
- Maintenance and Repair Work
- Engines
- Victualling
- Emergency Situations
- Handling under Power
- Yacht Handling under Sail
- Passage-making
- Night Cruising
5 days aboard a yacht, including 100 miles sailed and 4 night hours. Adequate english level.
You will also be required to have assumed knowledge of theory to the level of RYA Day Skipper, and be able to understand and calculate the following:
1. Calculate tidal heights using standard port graphs
2. Convert true bearings in to compass bearing applying variation and deviation
3. Work out a course to steer applying tidal set and drift
4. Work out an estimated position applying course steered, distance travelled, estimated tidal set and drift and leeway.
5. Construct a passage plan for a short coastal passage, including pilotage plans for harbour exit and entry.
Please be aware that the instructor will test you on this level of knowledge.
Minimum Age: 16
RYA Day skipper Practical Certification
Sunday evening:
Students arrive on Sundays and we meet at 18:30 for a Welcome and Domestic Safety Brief.
Monday – Thursday:
You will have the opportunity to enhance your sailing skills while experiencing the beauty of the Greek islands. Our program is designed to blend hands-on training with the joy of sailing in the Aegean Sea. You will receive practical sailing experience and visit at least three islands. You will practice navigation, docking, and sail handling, while also enjoying the stunning scenery and local culture.
Friday:
We finish on Friday afternoons around 17:00 and then have drinks and do certificates at around 18:00. Students are allowed to stay on the boat until Saturday at 09:00.
-Seaworthy Blue Water Cruisers
Modern navigation equipment
Full batten mainsail with a racing traveller
-Comfortable and Spacious Layout
Private cabins with large storage compartments
Hot water interior showers
Spacious saloon for lessons’ presentations
-Extra Amenities
2 heads (WC)
Refrigerator
Included
Wi-Fi, 5GB a week
Personal daily debriefings at traditional tavernas
All tuition from a fully qualified RYA Instructor
Ingredients for meals on board (based on your dietary requirements)
Sanitised snorkelling equipment
Fresh shower towels and bed linen
RYA certification fees
Port, mooring and end cleaning fee
Yacht fuel and yacht insurance
Not Included
Flights
Alcoholic beverages
Dinners at tavernas
Personal expenditures
Private transfer (can be arranged by us)
Convenient connections to Athens International airport (ATH)
Latest flight landing: Sunday until 17:00
Earliest flight departure: Friday after 19:00
By public transportation with direct connections:
from ATH airport, take X96 bus to “1st Kalamakiu”
from Central Athens (Syntagma), take T6 tram to “Pikrodafni”
By a private transfer for your peace of mind. One-way fares are:
€100 / up to 5 persons
€150 / up to 9 persons
At our Yachting Academy, all of our RYA Instructors have extensive international experience, a wealth of local knowledge of the Greek islands and are known for their patience and teaching abilities. With our exceptional instructors, you can rest assured that you will receive top-quality sailing training and an unforgettable experience on the water.
