Books

By Andrew Simpson
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2006 (reprinted 2009)
ISBN: 9780954730161

Written for leisure boat owners, the RYA Diesel Engine Handbook is essential reading for anyone doing the one-day RYA Diesel Engine Course. Includes a free DVD giving expert instruction and top tips from Nick Eales of Seastart.

 

By Tim Bartlett
Publisher: RYA
ISBN: 9781906435097

Tim Bartlett’s RYA Astro Navigation Handbook delves into the ancient art of navigating by the moon and stars.

 

Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2005 (reprinted: 2011)
ISBN: 9781905104130

This excellent little book complements the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course and draws on the cumulative experience of hundreds of experienced sailing instructors.

 

Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2002 (reprinted: 2010)
ISBN: 9780901501875

This excellent little booklet is the official Competent Crew course note book and gives great advice on basic crewing techniques and seamanship.

By Rob Gibson
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2008 (reprinted: 2009)
ISBN: 9781905104833

The object of Boat Handling for Sail and Power is to help you gain a fuller understanding of boat handling by dealing with a wide variety of situations in a thoughtful and logical way.

Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2007 (reprinted: 2010)
ISBN: 9781905104987

The log book is a must buy.  It explains all of the courses in the scheme and there is space to record your miles and keep your certificates.

It's full name is RYA Sail Cruising and Yachtmaster Scheme - Syllabus and Logbook

 

By Rob Gibson
Publisher: RYA
ISBN: 9781906435721

This new book will help anyone to pass the CEVNI test, whether taken online or in written form. It is colourfully illustrated and user-friendly, enabling boaters new and experienced to find the information needed quickly.

 

By Tam Murrell
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2004 (reprinted: 2008)
ISBN: 9780954730109

This book is essential reading for anyone taking the CEVNI qualification. The exciting new colourful format, with user-friendly text and illustrations enables the reader to find information quickly - a perfect learning tool and reference.

 

ISBN: 9781405362146

This is the latest edition of this best-selling manual.  If you are taking the First Aid at Sea Course it is a requirement that you have a copy of this First Aid Manual. A copy is included in the First Aid at Sea course fee so you do not need to buy one separately if you are doing the First Aid course with us.

 

You must have a set of these navigational instruments if you do a theory course.This Portland Course Plotter Kit comes with a Portland Course Plotter and a solid brass 7" single hand divider. This style of plotter is the most widely used and popular among students on courses and boat owners alike.

 

By Chris Tibbs
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2005 (reprinted: 2011)
ISBN: 9781905104178

Written by a sailor for sailors, the RYA Weather Handbook explains the complexities of weather and is full of practical and useful advice on how to understand weather maps and improve your forecasting skills.

By Tim Bartlett
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2009 (reprinted: 2010)
ISBN: 9781906435196 

Knowing the Rules of the Road is an essential element of seamanship.  This book helps you clearly understand the rules.  Essential really for anyone thinking of doing Day Skipper or above.

By Keith Colwell
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2008 (reprinted: 2010)
ISBN: 9781905104314

The RYA Sea Survival Handbook is designed to complement both the RYA Sea Survival Course and the ISAF Offshore Course. This book is ideal and essential for anyone taking to the seas, whether on a motor or sailing vessel, and gives in-depth advice and information on safety at sea.

This book is ideal and essential for anyone taking to the seas, whether on a motor or sailing vessel, and gives in-depth advice and information on safety at sea. 

This book is ideal and essential for anyone taking to the seas, whether on a motor or sailing vessel, and gives in-depth advice and information on safety at sea. This book is ideal and essential for anyone taking to the seas, whether on a motor or sailing vessel, and gives in-depth advice and information on safety at sea. . . . 

By Peter Chennell
Publisher: RYA
ISBN: 9781905104840

No sea voyage, whether long or short, offshore or within sight of land, should go ahead without adequate planning and this book is your perfect companion to help you prepare thoroughly before setting off.
 

By Dick McClary
Publisher: RYA
ISBN: 9781906435493

Offshore Sailing is exciting and brings adventure, discovery and freedom to those who undertake a long-distanced journey. For anyone who is going or thinking of going on such a passage, RYA Offshore Sailing is the essential companion.
 

By Rob Gibson
Publisher: RYA
Edition: 2010 (reprinted: 2011)
ISBN: 9781906435578

Sail trim can be bewildering to the novice but the RYA Sail Trim Handbook talks you through the subject in an informative yet entertaining manner. The book is further enhanced by a range of clear, well thought-out illustrations.