Helmsman Course
Courses Progression
HC
Helmsman Course
DS
Day Skipper
CS
Coastal Skipper
The RYA Helmsman course covers basic boat handling, helmsmanship, safety and basic engine maintenance. It aims to teach boat handling & safety within a defined area.
The RYA Helmsman course is specific to the type of boat in which the course is carried out and is therefore particularly suitable as an own boat course for new owners of motor cruisers who are conscious of the difficulty and potential hazards of boat handling in the marina.
The RYA Helmsman course is useful for crews as well as skippers. Apart from the obvious safety benefits of extra boat handlers on board, it adds interest if everyone can contribute to the trip.
This course is delivered in English.
Prerequisites
Sea experience
None. RYA Powerboat Handling Level 2 certificate recommended.
Theory
None
Minimum Age
12
How long ?
4 full days
Where
Off Floisvos Marina, Athens, Salamina and Aegina islands
What you’re going to learn
- Boat preparation,
- Boat handling
- Securing to a buoy
- Berthing alongside
- Man overboard
- Types of craft
- Engines and drives
- Engine operation and maintenance
- Safety and seamanship
- Rules of the road
Student:Instructor Ratio
Maximum 4:1
Examination
There is no examination. Your instructor will be assessing your competence and monitoring your progress throughout the course.
He will provide guidance and ensure that everyone is aware of their strengths and weaknesses.
You at the end of the Course
After succesfully completing the RYA Helmsman course, you’ll be able to skipper a motor cruiser in familiar waters for day trips.
A RYA Helmsman certificate will be issued at your instructor's recommendation and based on your demonstrated ability to skipper a motor cruiser in familiar waters, by day.
What it costs
1600€
Included in the price are:
Apart from the boat, the fuel and instructor fees, the price also includes:
- Course material & equipment
- RYA Booklet
- RYA Certificate
Special rates apply for group bookings