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I’m very pleased to have completed (and passed) my RYA Day Skipper Theory following the course from Skippers Online. An excellent self study programme, with well structured and interesting module... See more
The RYA Day Skipper theory online course was perfect for me. This very instructive course with well-presented units includes links to useful resources and is good value for money. At short intervals d... See more
It is a wealth of information. The practical side was illustrated with plenty of examples. The illustrations, diagrams, explanations etc. were clear and easily to follow. Sometimes, the chapters were... See more
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Skippers Online teaches RYA/MCA Day Skipper, Yachtmaster Offshore and Yachtmaster Ocean Shorebased online.
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9 Geenock Avenue, G44 5TS, Glasgow, United Kingdom
- 07770 235 237
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Not Digital first day skipper, beware!
Unfortunately they didn’t state that the day skipper course was the paper chart based course and not the new digital first format.
When I asked my online instructor, they just said it’s the same qualification , but for me it’s the wrong knowledge for today’s sailing and the RYA should make all of there instructors update there training to the latest course.
When I go for my practical, it will be based on digital first which came out 2 years ago.
Not Happy
19 May 2026
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Reply from Skippers Online
I'm afraid you were looking for something that doesn't exist. As of today there are no electronic charts or a chartplotter to support the RYA Day Skipper or Yachtmaster Shorebased courses. All exercises and exams need to be completed on paper charts using traditional methods. It's down to the RYA and it's the same for all training centres, regardless of whether they deliver the courses in the classroom or online. Ironically the RYA used to provide a software based chartplotter but they withdrew it some years ago. Like other training centres, we have be encouraging the RYA to provide a solution and in the meanwhile we have incorporated a great deal of information on electronic navigation into our course.
Day Skipper online learning
I thoroughly enjoyed this Day Skipper course through Skippers Online and would happily recommend it.
The course was excellent and very well thought out. The learning material was clearly presented, with plenty of helpful examples throughout, which made the content much easier to understand and apply.
The online format worked perfectly for me. I do not have the time to sit in a classroom for a full week, so being able to access the course when I had time, and work through it at my own pace, was ideal. I also really valued being able to go back over modules whenever I needed to clarify something or refresh my learning.
I have completed a lot of online learning through my job, and I would rate this as one of the best online courses I have encountered. The support from Skipper Online was also excellent — whenever I needed to contact them, the response was within hours, whether during the week or at the weekend.
Overall, a really impressive course and a very positive learning experience from this company.
18 May 2026
good response
Instructors are very responsive so you don't have to wait hours before you get answers.
,very good experience with the course , easy to learn
18 May 2026
Excellent
Excellent course material.
Very responsive customer service.
Prompt and detailed course support.
Very professional.
24 April 2026
Skippers online
Skippers online
EXTRAORDINARY learning experience. I am an IT professional and I do a lot of online learning, and this is one of the best quality courses that I ever used.
This Day Skipper course is very well tuned and obviously refined over years and is an efficient way to get both the knowledge and the certificate.
Offline learning app is really useful.
RYA curriculum is completely covered, but the content also provides interesting details from the real sailing world experience that you can relate to when you’re sailing. Doing exercises and mock exams are sufficient to pass the exam. Feedback on mock exam answers is detailed and brilliant. Can’t wait to do my Yachtmaster learning. Congratulations Skippers Online. Extraordinary!!!
13 March 2026
Excellent
Excellent. Flexible and clear. Great mocks and support before final exams as well. Bite size exercises throughout and the odd quiz!
12 May 2026
Well-taught programme and informative
Well-taught programme and informative, interactive teaching materials.
12 May 2026
The Day Skipper online course was very…
The Day Skipper online course was very thorough. The test is a bit difficult- but it makes you work harder. The test results were quick turnaround. I recommend the course.
8 May 2026
Highly recommended
Highly recommended. Really good and comprehensive with excellent support and progression through all the subjects. I feel comfidne ton my level of knowledge for safe navigation
8 May 2026
This test is challenging and very rigorous. The graders provide prompt feedback after the exams, and the feedback is very clear.
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
20 April 2026
Brilliant course
Brilliant course, learned a lot more than I thought I would. Excellent comms with the team. Looking forward to put it all into practice. Highly recommend 👍
24 April 2026
Overall good experience
17 April 2026
Excellent course provider
I just completed the RYA Day Skipper online theory course with Skippers Online and would highly recommend them. The course materials were great quality with clear explanations, plenty of context and lots of practical exercises. When I needed specific help on topics this was provided quickly and comprehensively by a human instructor. Overall an excellent experience - highly recommended.
17 April 2026
Thorough course materials
Thorough course materials, knowledgable tutors. Enjoyed the experience
15 April 2026
The course was well organized
The course was well organized, and the materials provided fully met expectations.
20 April 2026
Very informative and interesting
A very informative and interesting course where the slides are fun and easy to follow. Worked example exercises really help you understand and nothing is left out so it's really possible to self learn.
20 April 2026
Excellent course
Excellent course! Would highly recommend doing it before going to do your practical!
20 April 2026
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