RYA Navigation Courses in Your Office
Bring an RYA navigation course directly to your workplace. We provide flexible evening sailing theory classes across London offices, with professional instruction, simple organisation and very little admin required from the course organiser.
Why Run a Navigation Course at Work?
Unlike many workplace training sessions, navigation courses are practical, hands-on and genuinely engaging. Participants learn chartwork, passage planning, tides, weather forecasting and pilotage skills that can eventually lead to internationally recognised RYA qualifications and real sailing adventures.
Office-based sailing theory courses can also help encourage people back into the workplace by giving colleagues something social and different to take part in together after work.
One of the unique aspects of navigation training is that it naturally brings together people from different departments and levels of seniority in a relaxed, non-work environment. Everyone starts with the same chart, the same tidal calculations and the same challenge ahead.
Many courses are organised informally by one enthusiastic colleague who has an interest in sailing, while others form part of wider workplace wellbeing, social or learning initiatives.
In-House RYA Navigation Classes
Make learning navigation easier by bringing the classroom to your office. Instead of travelling across London after work, First Class Sailing can deliver RYA theory courses directly in your meeting room or boardroom at times that suit your group.
We regularly run:
- RYA Day Skipper Theory
- RYA Yachtmaster Theory
- RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory
Courses are typically delivered over eight evening sessions plus a weekend, although timings can often be adapted to suit your office schedule.
Participants book directly with us, so there is very little administration required from the organiser.
For people who prefer to join an existing course, our London Sailing Courses page lists upcoming public classes.
First Class Sailing is an established RYA sailing school offering practical and theory training alongside real-world sailing experiences and offshore adventures.
Trusted by London Professionals Since 2001
Since 2001, First Class Sailing has taught navigation and sailing theory to thousands of people across London and the South Coast.
Over the years, participants from finance, law, consulting, technology, media and creative industries have joined our courses, both publicly advertised classes and office-based programmes organised internally by colleagues.
Many people first discover sailing through an office-based theory course before progressing onto practical weekends, sailing holidays, mile building trips and offshore adventures.
“The course became a surprisingly social part of the working week and brought together colleagues who would never normally work together.”
How It Works
Agree Dates
We’ll work with you to choose dates that fit your group and office schedule.
Book a Room
Reserve a meeting room or boardroom within your office for the course evenings.
Promote the Course
We’ll create a flyer or internal email wording for you to share with colleagues or friends.
Leave the Admin to Us
Participants contact us directly with questions and payments, so you do not need to manage administration.
Stay Updated
We’ll keep you informed about enrolment numbers and course progress as the start date approaches.
Course Delivery
Your instructor will come directly to your office to deliver the course.
It’s a simple and flexible way to bring practical navigation training into the workplace.
Benefits of Hosting a Course in Your Office
Convenient After-Work Learning
Participants can learn directly in the office without travelling across London after work.
Flexible Scheduling
Choose evenings and start dates that work best for your group.
Encourage People Back Into the Workplace
Office-based courses can provide a positive reason for colleagues to spend time together in person outside normal work activities.
A More Social Workplace Activity
Navigation courses naturally mix people from different departments and levels of seniority in an informal setting away from normal workplace structures.
Discounts for Your Group
Participants can often benefit from reduced prices compared with standard advertised courses.
Organiser Benefits
Depending on group size, organisers may qualify for a discounted or complimentary course place.
If you would like to explore running a course at your office, call us on 0203 006 3717 or email us today for an informal discussion.
Office-Based Course Options
RYA Day Skipper Theory
Our most popular theory course for beginners. Learn chartwork, tides, pilotage, weather forecasting and passage planning while building the knowledge needed for future practical sailing courses and flotilla holidays.
Find out more about our RYA Day Skipper Theory Course
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RYA Yachtmaster Theory
An advanced navigation course covering offshore passage planning, secondary ports, advanced tidal calculations, weather systems and more detailed pilotage techniques.
Learn more about the RYA Yachtmaster Theory Course
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RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory
Learn the principles of celestial navigation using sextants, stars and the sun while exploring traditional offshore navigation techniques still respected by ocean sailors today.
Explore our RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory Course
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people do we need to run a course?
This depends on the course and location, but typically we need a minimum of 10 people to run a course. We can usually help with numbers if need be.
Do participants need sailing experience?
No. Day Skipper Theory is suitable for complete beginners.
Are courses usually held after work?
Yes. Most office-based courses run as evening classes.
Can courses run at offices outside Central London?
Yes. We can often run courses across Greater London and surrounding areas.
Do participants gain an RYA qualification?
Yes. Participants who complete the course successfully receive the relevant RYA theory certification. You will be learning knowledge that you will need if you want to go on and learn to skipper a yacht
Do you provide course materials?
Yes. We provide materials and course packs.
Can friends or family members join?
Often yes, depending on room capacity and arrangements.
How long do the courses last?
Most courses run over eight evenings plus a weekend, although formats can sometimes be adapted.
Interested in Running a Navigation Course at Your Workplace?
We’re always happy to have an informal conversation about whether an office-based navigation course could work for your colleagues, workplace or group of friends.
There’s no obligation, and we can usually advise quickly on likely course formats, timings and minimum numbers.
Call 0203 006 3717 or email [email protected] to start the conversation.
