Boating training online

The course, Essential Navigation and Seamanship, is a reworking of the Association’s longstanding Basic Navigation and Safety course.

It is, says the RYA, aimed at seagoing newcomers, from sailors to “those in RIBs and other small powerboats”.

The interactive course features “engaging graphics” for topics including passage planning, rules of the road, tidal awareness and buoyage.

“The beauty of this course is you also get the chance to learn and practice before you do your final test,” says the RYA.

A website taster session allows potential trainees to take a look before signing up.

The course is delivered via RYA-recognised training centres, giving access to instructors via email or telephone.

Trainees receive a course pack containing handbook, training charts and a plotter.

For more, go to www.ryainteractive.org or call the RYA Training Department on 02380 60418.