RYA Day Skipper Practical Course - Over 2 Weekends
This hands-on course is ideal for aspiring skippers with previous yachting experience and a sound understanding of sailing theory and navigation. Over five days, you'll develop the confidence and competence to take full responsibility for a sailing yacht on short coastal passages, under the guidance of a qualified instructor.
Designed to bridge the gap between crew member and skipper, this course allows you to experience real-life decision making, develop leadership on board, and refine your boat handling skills in varied conditions — both under sail and power.
Course Prerequisites To enrol in the RYA Day Skipper Practical course, you must have:
- Minimum 5 days at sea, 100 logged miles, and 4 night hours
- Completed the RYA Competent Crew certificate
- Completed the RYA Day Skipper Theory course
Please note: Proof of prerequisites must be provided via logbook. Participation will not be permitted without fulfilling these requirements.
Sample Itinerary:
The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions.
Weekend One
- Day 1: Meet at DOSC at 08:45. Prepare the yacht and sail to Jebel Ali. Overnight onboard.
- Day 2: Return to DOSC. Weekly debrief and logbook updates.
Weekend Two
- Day 3: Sail from DOSC to Port Rashid. Overnight onboard.
- Day 4: Continue to Palm West/World Islands. Overnight onboard.
- Day 5: Return to DOSC. Final debriefs and course certification.
Course Details
- Duration: 5 days (split over two weekends including one Friday)
- Timings: Start at 09:00 AM on Day 1
- Live-aboard: Onboard overnight stays on Days 1, 3, and 4.
- Cabins: Allocation based on booking (Click here to view the boat layout diagram)
- Minimum Age: 16 years
- Note: Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Outcome: Full Day Skipper
Booking & Inquiries:
If you are experiencing payment issues or would like to be added to the waiting list, please email: sailingadmin@doscuae.com
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations or postponements of the entire course must be submitted in writing to DOSC at least 60 hours before the course start date.
Terms & Conditions Confirmation By proceeding with your booking, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to DOSCs terms and conditions. We kindly request that you review these terms carefully prior to confirming your registration.
Please Note: Course fees differ between weekend-based and consecutive-day courses.
Dates
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Last updated 7:29am on 17 June 2025
