RYA Day Skipper Theory
Navigation, pilotage, weather, tides and seamanship for aspiring skippers progressing to Day Skipper Practical.
Independent RYA online theory provider
Study RYA theory with Skippers Online
Narrated, animated RYA theory courses with offline access, comprehensive study packs and unlimited instructor guidance.
Flexible online learning
Learn before you arrive in Phuket
Skippers Online specialises in RYA Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore and advanced online theory training. Its courses are designed for flexible, self-paced study on computers, tablets and phones, with regular exercises, mock examinations and personal feedback.
The digital lessons combine narration, animated graphics and step-by-step explanations. A free app lets students download complete lessons for offline study when travelling, at sea or away from reliable internet access.
Book through the form below and Skippers Online will manage your payment, course access, learning support, examinations, materials and provider terms. You can then complete the relevant practical training with Phuket Sea School.
Course choices
Online theory options
Choose the theory level that supports your next practical course or longer RYA pathway. The embedded provider form confirms the current selection and price.
RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory
Advanced navigation, meteorology and passage planning for demanding coastal and offshore passages.
Combined theory pathways
Complete Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper Yachtmaster theory as a coordinated progression when you want to advance more quickly.
RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory
Advanced study for ocean passage planning, astro-navigation and progression beyond Yachtmaster Offshore.
Provider registration and payment
Book with Skippers Online
Complete the provider’s form to select your online theory course, register and pay. Your login, support and course materials will be supplied by Skippers Online.
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What's included?
- 14 lessons
- More than 30 quizzes and exercises to check your understanding
- Thousands of 3D images, animations, videos, downloadable resources and external references
- Instructor support seven days a week
- 12 months of course access
- Unlimited exam attempts during the access period
- RYA Course Completion Certificate after successfully passing the examinations
- Two RYA Training Charts
- RYA Training Almanac
- Course handbook
- Free First Class UK delivery; £10 delivery to Europe and £40 outside Europe
- Optional plotter and divider kit for £28
The embedded form is supplied and managed by Skippers Online. Current course availability, prices, delivery charges, access periods and refund terms are confirmed in that form and by the provider.
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