Course preview · RYA YM Coastal Prep
Yachtmaster Coastal Preparation
An intensive practical prep course for the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal exam, refining boat handling, passage planning and skippering judgement.
- Modules
- 10
- Lessons
- 30
- Materials
- 0
- Syllabus outcomes
- 20
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RYA syllabus
01 Passage planning and preparation2 topics · 4 outcomes
Passage planning2
- CCS.PP.1Plans a coastal passage allowing for tidal gates, weather and ports of refuge.
- CCS.PP.2Prepares the vessel, stores and documentation for the passage.
Skipper briefing2
- CCS.SB.1Briefs the crew on the plan, roles and decision points before departure.
- CCS.SB.2Adapts the plan and communicates changes as conditions evolve.
02 Navigation and pilotage2 topics · 4 outcomes
Pilotage2
- CCS.PI.1Prepares a concise pilotage plan for an unfamiliar harbour by day or night.
- CCS.PI.2Executes pilotage using transits, leading lines and clearing bearings.
Navigation techniques2
- CCS.NT.1Plots fixes, EPs and course-to-steer allowing for tidal stream.
- CCS.NT.2Cross-checks electronic navigation with independent observations.
03 Boat handling2 topics · 4 outcomes
Power handling2
- CCS.PH.1Berths and leaves in a variety of wind and tide combinations.
- CCS.PH.2Turns the yacht in her own length using prop walk and prop wash.
Sail handling2
- CCS.SH.1Sets, reefs and trims sails for coastal conditions.
- CCS.SH.2Handles sails during manoeuvres in confined waters.
04 Safety and emergencies2 topics · 4 outcomes
Man overboard2
- CCS.MO.1Directs MOB recovery under power with clear crew roles.
- CCS.MO.2Directs MOB recovery under sail.
Distress procedures2
- CCS.DP.1Composes and transmits a Mayday or Pan-Pan with required details.
- CCS.DP.2Coordinates with rescue services and directs the crew appropriately.
05 Skipper command2 topics · 4 outcomes
Command decisions2
- CCS.CD.1Makes timely command decisions with safety as the priority.
- CCS.CD.2Delegates clearly and maintains situational awareness.
Exam readiness2
- CCS.ER.1Demonstrates examiner-level skippering across passages, pilotage and boat handling.
- CCS.ER.2Receives feedback and identifies remaining development areas.
Course outline & materials
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01 Passage planning and skipper command3 lessons · 0 items
Build a robust coastal passage plan and brief the crew as skipper.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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02 Tidal strategy and secondary ports3 lessons · 0 items
Apply tidal calculations to real coastal pilotage.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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03 Coastal navigation and pilotage3 lessons · 0 items
Navigate visually and electronically in coastal waters by day and night.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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04 Boat handling under power and sail3 lessons · 0 items
Handle the yacht confidently in confined waters and close quarters.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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05 Anchoring and mooring techniques3 lessons · 0 items
Choose and execute anchoring and mooring strategies in coastal anchorages.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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06 Meteorology and weather strategy3 lessons · 0 items
Interpret forecasts and make weather-based decisions.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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07 Safety, emergencies and SAR3 lessons · 0 items
Lead the crew through realistic emergency scenarios.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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08 Night cruising and watchkeeping3 lessons · 0 items
Navigate and keep watch at night with reduced visibility.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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09 Skipper responsibilities and leadership3 lessons · 0 items
Understand the legal, practical and human responsibilities of command.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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10 Exam preparation and mock exercises3 lessons · 0 items
Consolidate skills through realistic mock exam scenarios.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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