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RYA Training Scheme > Shorebased - Yachtmaster Ocean
This theory course is for holders of the Yachtmaster shorebased.
It covers astro navigation, worldwide meteorology and passage planning, and unravels the mysteries of the sextant. It is designed to give you sufficient theory to be able to navigate celestially and be able to plan an ocean passage.


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Pre-course Experience
Coastal and offshore sailing
Assumed Knowledge
Navigation to Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore shorebased standard
Course Content
Astro-navigation, ocean meteorology and passage planning
Ability After Course
Background knowledge to skipper yacht on ocean passages, understanding how to plan and navigate an ocean passage
Minimum Duration
40 hours plus assessments

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Sextant


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