RYA PRACTICAL COURSES
Practical courses are operated from our home base in Kip Marina, The Yacht Harbour, Inverkip
Click on the appropriate course above to access information about each of our practical courses.
What to bring to your RYA Practical Course...
The following list is not exhaustive and is a guide to what you should consider bringing along to your practical course. Obviously if you are only doing a one day course you will not require everything on the list. Remember it can get colder out on the sea than on land despite the sun shining. Please remember that the yachts have limited storage and odd shaped storage areas. It is advised that a flexible bag or bags are used for storing your gear rather than a large solid case/bag.
If you feel that your waterproof outer layer is not adequate it may be possible to hire a set of waterproofs. Should you require a set you need to pre order when booking your course and pay along with your course fee. If you are placing a late booking (of less than two weeks) waterproofs may not be available. At time of booking please indicate which sizes you require (S,M,L,XL). Please note that there are limited stocks and a larger size maybe supplied where your size is not available. Availability is not guaranteed. The sets are supplied at £5 per day. Please note if your own waterproofs are not adequate you need to hire a set from us prior to your course.
NB - The instructor onboard meals are included in the course price but if you wish to eat ashore anytime during the course please note the students are required to cover the instructor's meal (we don't want the instructor to be left out or to spend all their wages on meals).
What to bring to your RYA Practical Course...
The following list is not exhaustive and is a guide to what you should consider bringing along to your practical course. Obviously if you are only doing a one day course you will not require everything on the list. Remember it can get colder out on the sea than on land despite the sun shining. Please remember that the yachts have limited storage and odd shaped storage areas. It is advised that a flexible bag or bags are used for storing your gear rather than a large solid case/bag.
If you feel that your waterproof outer layer is not adequate it may be possible to hire a set of waterproofs. Should you require a set you need to pre order when booking your course and pay along with your course fee. If you are placing a late booking (of less than two weeks) waterproofs may not be available. At time of booking please indicate which sizes you require (S,M,L,XL). Please note that there are limited stocks and a larger size maybe supplied where your size is not available. Availability is not guaranteed. The sets are supplied at £5 per day. Please note if your own waterproofs are not adequate you need to hire a set from us prior to your course.
- Sleeping bag and liner
- Fleece blanket (for those who need extra warm bedding)
- Small pillow
- Toiletries
- Towel (quick drying best)
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Lip balm
- Earplugs
- Moisturiser
- Seasickness remedies
- Personal medication for duration of course (including pain relief e.g.paracetamol)
- Camera/video camera
- Sailing boots (wellies boots are a good alternative but do not keep your feet warm)
- Sailing shoes or training shoes (non slip / non marking)
- Full waterproofs (not lightweight - sets are available for hire)
- Socks for boots and shoes
- Nightwear
- Underwear
- Thermal underwear
- Trousers (avoid denim)
- Shorts
- T-shirts
- Fleece
- Thin layers
- Outer layers
- Windproof outer layer
- Warm hat
- Cap with neck strap or clip
- Sunglasses with neck cord
- Gloves (full finger and fingerless)
- Head torch / small torch
- Logbook G158 (may be purchased on course)
- Passport style photo for YM / CS / DS courses
- Meet up at the Britsail office (Kip Marina) unless otherwise discussed with the course instructor
- Daily times 0930 - 1630
- Light lunch, drinks and snacks included during the course
- Accommodation may be available on the yacht on the evening before the first day of the course until the end of the course. Please let us know if you wish to stay on the yacht overnight.
- Start Friday evening approx. 1930
- End Sunday afternoon approx. 1500
- Accommodation on the yacht is part of the RYA courses, accommodation on the yacht is from the Friday evening through to the Sunday afternoon. The first evening meal is not included in the course, please discuss with your instructor should you wish to have your evening meal after the start of the course.
- Start Sunday evening approx. 1930
- End Friday afternoon approx. 1500
- Accommodation on the yacht is part of the RYA courses, accommodation on the yacht is from the Sunday evening through to the Friday afternoon. The first evening meal is not included in the course, please discuss with your instructor should you wish to have your evening meal after the start of the course.
- Full board whilst onboard the yacht
- Safety equipment, i.e. lifejacket and safety line
- Cooking gas
- Fuel, although hopefully you will be doing more sailing than motoring
- Mooring and marina fees
- Secure marina car park
- RYA Certificate
NB - The instructor onboard meals are included in the course price but if you wish to eat ashore anytime during the course please note the students are required to cover the instructor's meal (we don't want the instructor to be left out or to spend all their wages on meals).
