RYA Advanced Power Boat Course

RYA Advanced Power Boat Course

OSSA is introducing the first RYA Advanced Power Boat course in South Afri....

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Working on Super Yachts

Working on Super Yachts

 

 

 

 

 

What is a career in yachting and what does it entail? 

 

 

 

 

Working in the yachting industry can cover everything from the glamorous world of super yachts to hour long bay cruises with ....

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Shark Cage Diving

Shark Cage Diving

Our students get massive discounts on shark cage diving!  White Shark Projects in Gansbaai has daily expeditions to see one of nature's most feared predators in their natural environment.  In addition, White Shark Projects is often looking for crew and suitable volunteers ....

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RYA Training Centre

RYA Training Centre

Ocean Star Sailing Academy is a recognised Royal Yachting Association Training Centre.  We offer a comprehensive choice of RYA courses suitable for those trying to find work in the yachting....

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Mileage Building

Mileage Building

Mileage Building on the latest addition to our fleet - 'Rocket' - a Simonis 55. (in picture)

Ocean Star runs a number of mileage building experiences depending on our students needs and level of expertise.

Both the RYA and SAS have mileage requir....

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Home Course Descriptions & Pricing RYA Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore Practical

RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Practical

 

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In Brief:
  • 5 days
  • 4 students max (16yrs old min)
  • Advanced practical course
  • RYA Completion Certificate
  • Sailing along the West Coast
  • R 6,200.00


This is a five-day advanced skippering course for those who have knowledge of sailing and navigation, wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night. Each trainee will skipper more challenging passages and learn more about passage planning, pilotage by day and night, boat handling, safety and emergency situations.

4 student limit per course.


Assumed Knowledge: 15 days, 2 days as skipper, 300 miles, 8 night hours. Navigation to the standard of the Coastal Skipper/ Yachtmaster shorebased course.RYA Logo


Ability after course: Can Skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and night.


Duration: 5 days (4 nights, accomodation on board)


Cost: R 6,200.00 (includes meal allowance, mooring fees and RYA certificate)
(*This course is NOT the equivalent of a South African Coastal Skipper Ticket. If you need a local ticket then please let us know.)

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