RYA Day Skipper Class Lesson 7

1st December 2011
Lesson 7 Subjects

Tides (Causes)

Springs & Neaps

Moon Phases

Tidal Variations

Datum's & Levels

Definitions


(A Southern Hemisphere Moon)
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RYA Day Skipper Lesson 6

24th November 2011

Lesson 6 Subjects

Compass Error's

Aids to Checking A Compass

Chart Symbols

Chart Familiarisation (Practical Exercise)

RYA Day Skipper Class Lesson 5

17th November 2011
Lesson 5 Subjects

1. Types of rope in common use.

2. Rope Safety

3. Comparison of Anchor types.

4. How an anchor works. Types of holding ground.

5. Choosing an Anchorage.

6. How much rope / chain required?

7. Dragging Anchor?

8. Knots practical

Bring along a small length of rope for the practical lesson (about 1M in length)

RYA Day Skipper Class Lesson 4

10th November 2011

Lesson 4 Topics

Sail Theory

Power Theory

Berthing Lines

Using Ropes to Advantage

Fendering