The Coastal Skipper RYA qualification is your next step toward confident coastal cruising and night sailing. Learn what’s involved, who it’s for, and how to earn your certificate.
RYA sailing courses offer a hands-on, structured way to learn to sail with expert instructors on the Solent, in Southampton and London. Build real confidence, earn internationally recognised qualifications, and discover why RYA training is trusted worldwide.
History of the RYA and its Sailing Courses
The RYA Day Skipper Theory course is your guide to mastering chartwork, navigation, weather forecasting, and the basics of seamanship.
RYA Sailing Courses in Autumn offer the perfect balance of steady winds, peaceful marinas, and expert instruction. With fewer boats on the Solent and more time to learn, it’s a brilliant season to build your skills and enjoy truly rewarding sailing.
So you love sailing, and you know (like we do) there’s nothing better in the world, but how do you convince your colleagues at work to test the waters? We have just the tips!
Discover what an RYA Coastal Skipper licence allows you to do — from skippering coastal passages to chartering yachts and progressing to Yachtmaster.
Compare RYA Day Skipper vs Coastal Skipper courses and discover which RYA qualification is right for your next sailing step. Learn key differences, prerequisites, and progression.