Now you can learn in the comfort of your own home at your own pace. Ideal for people who cannot attend a course due to a restricted schedule or geographical location.
Core Courses
Day SkipperAn introductory course for all members of the family or crew, including those new to boating. Applies to a wide range of vessels including yachts, launches, powerboats, jet skis, sea kayaks and waka.
BoatmasterA comprehensive course for boaties with some existing knowledge and experience. Applies to a wide range of vessels including yachts, launches and powerboats.
Marine VHF RadioThe minimum requirement for all users of Marine VHF Radio.
Specialty Courses
Maritime Restricted Operators Certificate (MROC)The minimum requirement for commercial operators and users of MF/HF (SSB) radio
Coastal SkipperAn advanced course covering coastal navigation, weather, passage planning, and seamanship relevant to those wishing to undertake coastal voyages.
Ocean YachtmasterAn advanced course covering ocean navigation and passage making, for skippers and crew intending to race offshore or cruise to overseas destinations.
RadarA comprehensive course to help you understand and safely operate the radar set on your vessel.
GPS OperatorAn advanced course to enable safe navigation and use of GPS.
Engine MaintenanceOutboard and Inboard courses that cover care, maintenance and trouble-shooting.
Marine MedicIntroductory through to advanced courses specific to the marine environment.
Sea SurvivalEssential and comprehensive courses to cater for cruising boaties and coastal/offshore racing yacht crews (cat 1).
Sea KayakA short course covering sea kayaks, equipment, communication, emergencies, planning, weather, rules, and navigation.
Club Safety Boat OperatorA practical on-water training course for operators of yacht club safety boats.
RYA Practical Courses
Personal Water Craft
A comprehensive course for PWC Users (Jet Skis).
Powerboating
(Runabouts, Ribs, and other outboard-driven craft) Introductory through to advanced courses covering practical boat handling skills.
Sail Cruising
(Keelers and Multihulls) Introductory through to advanced courses to develop sailing competence as crew or skipper in inshore, coastal, and ocean waters.
Motor Cruising
(Launches) Introductory through to advanced courses to develop motor cruising competence as crew or skipper in inshore, coastal, and ocean waters.
A comprehensive course for PWC Users (Jet Skis).
Powerboating
(Runabouts, Ribs, and other outboard-driven craft) Introductory through to advanced courses covering practical boat handling skills.
Sail Cruising
(Keelers and Multihulls) Introductory through to advanced courses to develop sailing competence as crew or skipper in inshore, coastal, and ocean waters.
Motor Cruising
(Launches) Introductory through to advanced courses to develop motor cruising competence as crew or skipper in inshore, coastal, and ocean waters.
RYA Certificates of Competence
RYA/MCA Advanced Powerboat
A 4 - 5 hour practical exam.
RYA/MCA Coastal Skipper
A 6 - 10 hour practical exam.
RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore
An 8 - 12 hour practical exam.
RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean
A 1.5 hour oral exam.
A 4 - 5 hour practical exam.
RYA/MCA Coastal Skipper
A 6 - 10 hour practical exam.
RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore
An 8 - 12 hour practical exam.
RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean
A 1.5 hour oral exam.
School Programmes
Safe Boating Programme
Free to download these teaching and learning programmes provide Primary and Intermediate schools with preparation for EOTC boating experiences such as kayaking, yachting, powerboating, and waka. The programmes are primarily linked to the Health and PE curriculum, with links to Science, Technology, and English curricula for years 5-8.
Day Skipper Experience
A half day practical learning experience for intermediate and secondary aged students. Sponsorship from Auckland Regional Council is available for Auckland schools.
Free to download these teaching and learning programmes provide Primary and Intermediate schools with preparation for EOTC boating experiences such as kayaking, yachting, powerboating, and waka. The programmes are primarily linked to the Health and PE curriculum, with links to Science, Technology, and English curricula for years 5-8.
Day Skipper Experience
A half day practical learning experience for intermediate and secondary aged students. Sponsorship from Auckland Regional Council is available for Auckland schools.
RYA Instructor Training
RYA Powerboat Instructor
The necessary qualification for RYA Powerboat Instructors
RYA Yachtmaster Instructor (Motor Cruising)
The necessary qualification for RYA Yachtmaster Instructors (Motor Cruising)
RYA Yachtmaster Instructor (Sail Cruising)
The necessary qualification for RYA Yachtmaster Instructors (Sail Cruising)
The necessary qualification for RYA Powerboat Instructors
RYA Yachtmaster Instructor (Motor Cruising)
The necessary qualification for RYA Yachtmaster Instructors (Motor Cruising)
RYA Yachtmaster Instructor (Sail Cruising)
The necessary qualification for RYA Yachtmaster Instructors (Sail Cruising)
