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RYA Day Skipper Practical Sailing

Learn to skipper a sailing yacht confidently with practical navigation and yacht handling training.

The RYA Day Skipper Practical Sailing course is a hands-on sailing program designed for aspiring skippers who want to confidently take charge of a sailing yacht in familiar coastal waters during daytime conditions. The course focuses on yacht handling, navigation, passage planning, crew management, anchoring, mooring, and safety procedures. Students learn practical seamanship skills while gaining confidence under sail and power. Upon successful completion, participants receive the internationally recognized RYA Day Skipper Practical certificate, enabling them to charter yachts in many locations worldwide.

Who Is It For

Sailors looking to become independent skippers Individuals with basic sailing knowledge wanting practical experience Crew members aiming to progress into leadership roles onboard People interested in chartering yachts internationally Individuals preparing for the ICC certificate (nationality dependent) Sailors preparing for advanced RYA certifications like Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster

FAQ

What sailing boat will I be on? +

We have two sailing vessels, a Beneteau Oceanis 411 and a Beneteau Oceanis 393, both berthed in Creek Marina in Pieta Malta. All photos seen on our website and social media pages are of our boats and students, no stock images are used!

What do I need to bring? +

We recommend bringing a good sun hat and sunscreen (all year round). In the colder months we recommend a warm jacket, as it is always slightly cooler out at sea. In the warmer months some students have a quick swim when anchored for lunch, so you may bring your swimming gear along with you. We kindly ask you to pack your belongings in a soft type luggage, and avoid hard suitcases with wheels please.

What is included in the price? +

Your RYA certificate, accommodation on the boat from Monday to Thursday night, light breakfast supplies, home cooked lunch daily, and dinner for one night when we sail to Gozo and spend the night in Mgarr Marina (this is weather permitting).

What is the maximum number of students? +

We take a maximum of 5 students + RYA instructor.

What is the duration of the course? +

The course duration is 5 days.

Is there a final exam? +

No, there is no final exam, however our RYA instructor needs to see that the student has achieved a high level of sailing, keeping in mind the safety of all crew on board and good seamanship.

Do I need prior sailing experience? +

Yes. Students are expected to have basic sailing skills or have completed the RYA Competent Crew course and Day Skipper theory-level knowledge before joining.

Is the course practical or classroom-based? +

This is a fully practical, onboard sailing course focused on real-world yacht handling and navigation.

What skills will I learn? +

You will learn:

Yacht handling under sail and power
Navigation and passage planning
Anchoring and mooring
Crew management
Safety procedures and collision regulations
Coastal passage execution

Can I charter a yacht after completing the course? +

Yes. The RYA Day Skipper qualification is widely accepted for chartering yachts in many countries.

Available dates
18 May – 22 May 2026
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15 Jun – 19 Jun 2026
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Additional Information
Experience
intermediate
Minimum Age
16
Course Type
Standard Course
  • Basic sailing skills
  • Day Skipper Theory knowledge or equivalent navigation understanding
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