BECOME AN ACTIVE CREW MEMBER ONBOARD A YACHT.

The competent crew course is designed along the RYA Competent Crew syllabus to introduce beginners to sailing. This course covers practical sailing and introduces students to various theoretical aspects. At the end of the course, candidates should have sufficient knowledge and experience about crewing and be able to safely take control of a yacht if required. It is particularly helpful for family members and general crew who want to go sailing but who do not want to undertake the more advanced Skippers Courses.

COURSE DETAILS

NEXT AVAILABLE COURSE

Course 1 Jan 2025

Lectures 15/16 Jan 2025
Sailing 18/18/25/26 Jan 2025

Course 2 Feb 2025

Lectures 5/6 Feb 2025
Sailing  8/9/15/16 Feb 2025

 

Course 3 March 2025

Lectures 19/20 March 2025
Sailing. 22/23/29/30 March 2025

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  No prior sailing experience required
LOCATION Port Elizabeth Harbour
THEORY 2 Nights 17:30 – 20:30pm OR
1 Day (6 hours) 09:00 – 15:00pm
SAILING 4 Day’s on the water 10:00 – 16:00pm
COST R 8 160

On completion of the course, candidates will be issued a certificate from Bay Sailing Academy along with the personal logbook entries and logged sailing hours.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

The Competent Crew Theory (RYA) and handbook encompassing 2 evening lectures or one day of lectures.

Endorsed log book and course completion certificate.

Four days of practical sailing lessons will be undertaken on Nemesis, our Fast 42 or on J-Sea, our modified J27.

Course Content

The Competent Crew Course encompasses various theory items such as boat parts, ropework, knots, basic principles of sailing, crewing on a boat, rigging and de-rigging requirements, basic sailing manoeuvres such as tacking and gybing. Emergency procedures and basic introduction to radio procedures and collision regulations is included.

What to bring?

  • Warm clothing
  • Non-marking, soft shoes
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Sunglasses (string tie)
  • Cap or hat (string tie)
  • Sunscreen
  • Packed Lunch
  • Drinks (non-alcoholic)

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