Coastal Skipper Practical (Tidal)
The aim of this course is to teach the skills and techniques required to skipper a cruising yacht  safely on coastal and offshore passages by day and night. Candidates should have considerable experience in both sailing and navigation and are are usually aspiring towards a Certificate of Competence.
Course Syllabus:
l Passage Planning
l Preparation for Sea
l Pilotage
l Passage Making and Ability as a Skipper
l Yacht Handling Under Power
l Yacht Handling Under Sail
l Adverse Weather Conditions
l Emergency Situations
Course Details:
l Cost: €1250
l Duration: 5 days - start Sunday 1800, finish Friday 1800
l Pre-requisites: Navigation to Coastal Skipper Shorebase standard, sailing to Day Skipper Practical standard, 15 days sea time (2 days as skipper) 300 miles and 8 night hours.
Other Courses: Start Yachting Competent Crew Day Skipper Yachtmaster ICC