The Competent Crew Practical Course

This course is for beginners and those who would like to become active crew members rather than just passengers.

By the end of the course you should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day routines on board. The minimum course duration is five days, but it is commonly run over three weekends or three days plus a weekend.

Course type: SAIL CRUISING

Suggested minimum pre-course experience: None

Assumed knowledge: None

Course content: Basic seamanship and helmsmanship

Ability after course: By the end of the course you should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day routines on board.

Minimum duration: The minimum duration is 5 days, but it is commonly run over 3 weekends or 3 days plus a weekend. If you have previously completed the Start Yachting course, the Competent Crew course can be completed in 3 or 4 days.