The RYCT Sailing Academy offers a number of training events throughout the year. Contact the Sailing Manager for details. ( This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it )

An Information Night is planned for Tuesday, 29th July 2008.  Informative talks on display items such as the three main tyles of GPS, e.g. marine, in car and walking/hiking units. Gain a good understanding what different brands and models offer.  Also included in the evening will be an informative discussion of the various types of battery, their advantages and disadvantages for different applications.

Operators of VHF and HF radios are required by law to hold a MROCP. A Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency (MROCP) course commences on Monday 11th August at 6.30 pm. Over 4 evenings for 2 3/4 hours, this course covers regulations, correct operating procedures, distress, urgency, and safety messages and basic maintenance, EPIRBs and SARTs.

Manual, handouts and examination costs are included in the fee of $185.00

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Get qualified to navigate your craft in and around coastal waters. This course is suitable for the beginner through to the experienced yachtsperson needing to broaden their navigation skills. Topics covered include understanding navigation charts and publications, using various instruments, compasses, chart work, position fixing, tides and tidal streams, visual aids to navigation and navigating in restricted visibility. All theory techniques taught are reinforced by completing numerous practical exercises. Yachting Australia Inshore Skipper and Inshore Racing Skipper log books endorsed upon successful completion of an exam.

Commences Tuesday, 2 September 6.30 to 9.30 pm for 7 weeks. Cost including chart and numerous handouts $285.00. 

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