YACHT HAND, COMPETENT CREW AND YACHT SKIPPER

The content of this theoretical course incorporates the syllabus of the RYA and AYF. The course-book starts with the general introduction providing some basic information with particular attention being paid to pre-requisites and qualifications.

The main aim of the present training course has been defined as providing assistance to the students in developing the confidence and prepare the candidates for the Yacht Skipper for the Local and Inland Waters exams. While the first part of the course is devoted to the inland waters and coastal waters, its second part covers the local waters only.

The topics covered by the scope of the course include commonly used nautical terminology, the sailing theory, anchoring and mooring techniques, berthing and docking, safety at sea, rules of the road, ropework, meteorology and other important topics. In short, this is an excellent training tool to be used for preparation to the relevant examinations as it will provide the trainees with all required information.

We would therefore recommend this volume not only to the students preparing for the exams but in fact to every person interested in yachting and willing to expand their knowledge.