RYA Dayskipper Practical - 5 Day Sailing Course - Catamaran

Previous Experience
Required:

• Theory knowledge equivalent to RYA Day
  Skipper Theory level


• Practical sailing skills at RYA Competent
  Crew level (recommended: 5 days at sea, 100 nautical miles, 4-night hours)


• Minimum age: 16

Take the Helm with
Confidence

The RYA Day Skipper
Practical Course is designed to enhance your sailing expertise, preparing you
to skipper a cruising catamaran safely and effectively. This internationally
recognized qualification opens the door to global yacht charters and qualifies
you to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), essential
for overseas sailing.

What Will You
Learn?

This course
transitions you from crew to skipper. Under the guidance of an experienced
instructor, you’ll take charge of a short passage, managing navigation,
decision-making, and crew coordination in real-time. Safety is always a
priority, but you’ll have the opportunity to build confidence in taking the
lead.

Key skills include:

• Preparation and Deck Work: vessel readiness, sail handling, and effective teamwork


• Navigation and Pilotage: Plotting courses,
  position fixing, and understanding tidal heights


• Boat Handling: Manoeuvring in marinas,
  anchoring, picking up mooring buoys, and handling emergencies like
  man-overboard recovery


• Leadership and Responsibility: Managing
  the well-being of both the catamaran and the crew

A highlight of the
course is a night sail, where you’ll hone your navigation skills under the
stars—a unique and rewarding experience.

Course Structure

The five-day course
begins at 9 AM with a safety briefing and orientation. From there, you’ll
set sail into the waters of Geographe Bay, exploring destinations such as Castle
Rock, Meelup, Eagle Bay, and possibly Koombana Bay in Bunbury.

Each day features a
balance of sailing practice, with the chance of anchoring in scenic bays for lunch (and a swim, if
conditions allow), and evening stops at marinas, moorings, or anchorages. A
night sail is also included, giving you valuable experience in low-light conditions.

What’s Included?

• RYA Day Skipper Practical Certificate:
  Recognized worldwide and qualifying you for the ICC


• RYA Logbook: Documenting your achievements
  and experience

Accommodation and
meals are provided onboard, with shared sleeping arrangements. Cabins are
allocated on arrival, and in some cases, a berth may be in the saloon.

Pre-Course
Preparation

This course requires
prior completion of the RYA Day Skipper Theory course or equivalent knowledge,
along with practical skills at RYA Competent Crew level. If you need additional
theory preparation, consider our Aspiring Day Skipper or Complete Day Skipper
packages.

Ready to Start?

With a maximum of five
students per course, spots are limited. Secure your place today and take the
next step in your sailing journey toward becoming a skilled and confident yacht
skipper.

Next step: - RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster Theory then RYA Coastal Skipper Practical

Contact us on 0412 060 130 or email sailing@oceanwest.net.aucatamaran