RYA Yachtmaster / Coastal Theory Course – December 2026

Take Your Sailing Further. Master the Theory. Own the Adventure.

Starting Monday 7th December 2026 | Hythe, Southampton | £449

Two intensive three-day blocks. Six days of expert tuition. A whole new level of confidence in your navigation.

Are you ready to take your sailing beyond familiar waters?

Whether you're working towards your RYA Yachtmaster qualification, preparing for more ambitious coastal passages or dreaming of offshore adventures, our RYA Yachtmaster / Coastal Theory course will give you the advanced knowledge, practical understanding and confidence to take the next step.

At Jolly Roger Sailing, we believe outstanding training should be about far more than passing an examination. It's about understanding what you're doing, knowing why you're doing it and having the confidence to make good decisions when you're out at sea.

This is an opportunity to learn from an experienced offshore sailor and specialist shorebased instructor who brings the classroom to life with real-world knowledge, practical examples and a genuine passion for sailing.

YOUR COURSE – SIX DAYS THAT COULD CHANGE YOUR SAILING

We've structured the course into two intensive but manageable three-day blocks, giving you time to absorb the learning, practise your skills and consolidate your knowledge between sessions.

BLOCK ONE
Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th December 2026

BLOCK TWO
Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December 2026

Six days of focused tuition, covering approximately 40 hours of advanced RYA theory training and preparing you for three assessment papers.

Course fee: £449

WHY CHOOSE JOLLY ROGER SAILING?

Learn from genuine offshore experience

Your instructor brings over 50,000 miles of offshore sailing experience, including Atlantic crossings, alongside decades of teaching and educational experience. You'll benefit from practical knowledge that goes well beyond the textbook.

Specialist shorebased training

Theory courses are our speciality. We concentrate on making complex subjects understandable, relevant and enjoyable. Small-group teaching and individual support mean you're never just another face in a classroom.

Learn to navigate with confidence

We'll help you develop a deeper understanding of navigation, passage planning, weather systems and the decisions that matter when conditions change. The aim is to make you a more capable and confident skipper, not simply someone who can complete an exam paper.

Teaching designed around real sailors

Our bespoke teaching resources combine professional classroom techniques with practical sailing experience. We adapt our approach to help you understand, practise and retain what you learn.

Support that doesn't end on the last day

You'll become part of the Jolly Roger Sailing community. We're happy to offer advice, answer questions and help you continue developing your skills long after the course finishes.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

This is advanced shorebased training for sailors ready to progress beyond Day Skipper level.

Subjects include:

• Advanced chartwork, navigation and position fixing

• Course shaping, plotting and passage planning

• Tidal calculations and tidal streams

• Using Admiralty charts, almanacs and nautical publications

• Electronic navigation and GPS systems

• Weather forecasting and meteorology

• Interpreting synoptic charts and weather systems

• Barometric pressure trends and practical weather observations

• International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs)

• Customs, immigration and regulations when cruising abroad

• Advanced navigational techniques and safe offshore decision-making

You'll learn how to bring all these elements together to plan and execute passages safely and effectively.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET STARTED

Your £449 course fee includes:

• RYA Yachtmaster / Coastal Theory student pack

• Course charts and training resources

• Yachtmaster shorebased learning materials

• Practice questions and assessment papers

• Bespoke Jolly Roger Sailing course notes

• Electronic navigation resources

• Jolly Roger Sailing notebook and pen

• Expert tuition and ongoing instructor support

Plotter and dividers are available for £25 if required.

MAKE YOUR NEXT SAILING ADVENTURE A BIGGER ONE

The Yachtmaster / Coastal Theory qualification is an important milestone for anyone looking to develop their navigation skills and take on more challenging passages.

If you're planning to progress to your Yachtmaster Practical, this course provides the essential theoretical foundation. We can also help arrange practical training to complement your theory course, with dates organised around your availability.

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS

The complete course costs £449.

You can also spread the cost using PayPal Pay in 3, with three interest-free monthly instalments, subject to PayPal eligibility and approval.

YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

Places are limited so that everyone receives the attention and support they deserve.

Don't just learn to pass. Learn to navigate. Learn to make decisions. Learn to sail further with confidence.

Book your place today:

www.jollyrogersailing.co.uk

Call or WhatsApp Roger on 07834 733323

Jolly Roger Sailing – Expert Shorebased Training. Real-World Sailing Experience.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

★★★★★ Deborah Boles – Google Review

"Roger has a tremendous wealth of experience… Our Yachtmaster course was both challenging and rewarding. He makes learning fun while meeting the needs of each individual. I feel confident putting everything into practice. Highly recommended!"