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RYA Day Skipper Navigation Theory Course RYA Day Skipper Navigation Theory Course Paul at City Sailing explains the essentials and overview of this fun and educational RYA navigation course. The course can be taken in the classroom or online, we have put some tutorials below to help you with the RYA Day Skipper Course, please subscribe to our YouTube Channel and tell your friends. City Sailing Explains Charts and publications Session 1 We explain charts and publications, both in reality and the charts you get on the City Sailing RYA Day Skipper Course. We go through the Charts and publications used on the Day Skipper Course. The Compass Session 1 City Sailing explains the ships compass, true and magnetic north. It is essential you understand this so it may be worth watching a few times. We go over how to convert from magnetic to true and what devation really is! RYA Navigation Session 1 The compass rose Latitude and Longitude Using your Breton Plotter Measuring direction and distance Allowing for variation Plotting a bearing line Tidal Heights Session 2 In this tutorial, we look at how to read a tide table to find high and low water and the times. We find out how and why tides work with the effect of the earth and moon. We are shown how to use a tidal curve to work out the height of tide for any given time during the day. Tides - Tidal Flow Session 3 We explain how tidal flows work, how to find out the set and drift of the tide at any place at any time. RYA Navigation Session2 We look at how to fix your position on the chart using a GPS position, a three point fix and other ways to secure your position. ​ We follow the RYA Day Skipper Sylabus on position fixing. IRPCS Rules of the Road Session 3 IRPCS Rules of the road, we explain the basics of the Rules of the Road for sailing vessels and power vessels, who gives way and who stands on. This is more than enough information for you to understand this part of the ENS Course and the start of Rules of the road in the RYA Day Skipper Course DR - EP Dead Reckoning and Estimated Positions Session 3 We explain how to work out DR Dead Reckoning and EP Estimated positions. PDF with Lights crib sheet IRPCS - Rules of the Road Session 4 In this tutorial, we look at the IRPCS with vessel lights for sailing vessels and power vessels and day shapes for Sailing, power, and anchor. ​ We also look at the lights for larger vessels, vessels not under command, and vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver. ​ We also look at lights for fishing vessels. Safety - Personal Safety Session 4 RYA Day Skipper Personal Safety, we look at clothing, safety equipment and what is needed for personal safety on your vessel. Course To Steer Session 4 RYA Day Skipper Vessel Course to Steer tutorial Course To Steer Worked Example Session4 RYA Day Skipper Vessel Course to Steer tutorial question. Mooring Session 5 This tutorial explains how to moor alongside and stern too. We discuss. the correct ropes to use and how it is done. RYA Buoyage Session 6 We love this RYA video so much that we can take no credit for it and thank Jake for it. The second video goes into Buoyage and Lighthouses in great detail Waypoint Navigation Session 6 We cover waypoint navigation and how to plot waypoints and the pitfalls Weather Session 7 ​ Part 1 Global Weather Part 2 Principles of weather experiments Part 3 Weather Highs and lows Part 4 Weather Fronts Part 5 Forecasts and information Part 6 Local Weather-Sea Breezes and Fog Weather, one of those subjects you can not ignore ​ Watch them in order to understand weather, hopefully, you will enjoy this in-depth explanation and make your time on the water more fun. General Exam Example In detail, a walk through the RYA Dayskipper General Exam of 2015/16 Take the time to attempt the exam first as a mock and then look at the video for the answers. Good Luck The RYA has asked us to restrict this to City Sailing customers only as it has past papers in it, you can watch it for only 99p on our youtube members channel. Safety - Vessel Safety Session 4 RYA Day Skipper Vessel Safety ​ We look at all the safety equipment on a vessel, how it works and what you need to do to be able to use it. Leeway Session 5 RYA Day Skipper What is Leeway and how do you apply it, this tutorial explains all Anchoring Session 5 How, where to anchor, types of Anchor. How to know if your anchor is dragging and how to get the anchor back up. Vessel Electronics and Navionics Web app Session 6 The tutorial for RYA Day Skipper covers the vessel electrics and also the popular Navionics Software and a quick guide on how to use it. Passage Planning Session 8 Lets Put Some of this together in a passage plan. Pilotage Session 7 A short video on passage planning, this will be useful as it seems to come up more in exams recently. Chartwork Exam Example In detail, a walk through the RYA Dayskipper General Exam of 2015/16 Take the time to attempt the exam first as a mock and then look at the video for the answers. Good Luck ​ The RYA has asked us to restrict this to City Sailing customers only as it has past papers in it, you can watch it for only 99p on our youtube members channel. Day Skipper Extra Ropes We look at different ropes, how they are made, and the uses on your boat. This is a good background watch for Day Skipper and Yachtmaster Students.

RYA Day Skipper Online Theory Course This is the RYA Day Skipper Course online which you can take any time at your convenience. ​ ​ This course is supplied for us by RYA School Skippers Online who we believe is the best provider of on line courses around. We love to teach you in the classroom or in your office so we can meet you and teach without a screen and go for a drink after to talk sailing. ​ If this is simply not possible for you then this course is the best option. To book simply fill in the form below. ​ ​ CLICK HERE to try before you buy. ​ ​ 14-day unconditional money-back guarantee 12 months access 24*7 Instructor Support (from UK and Thailand) Student Pack (2 charts, training almanac & course handbook) 13 fully-narrated lessons (not just the animations) including realistic 3D graphics and embedded quizzes with instant feedback 13 self-assessment exercises with fully worked answers Radar & AIS Training Videos covering: updating paper charts, engine checks, dismasting, jury rig, flood control, firefighting, gas explosions, capsize, lifejacket checks, how to put on a lifejacket and what happens when it inflates, man-overboard recovery, launching and boarding a liferaft Mock Exams with automatic feedback 2 Final Online Exams with detailed instructor feedback and unlimited attempts. Unlimited free exam resits RYA Day Skipper Theory Course Completion Certificate to support your practical course or a professional qualification Download lessons to run offline on iPads, iPhones and Android Devices 2 Years further access to training materials once you’ve completed the course UK Delivery by Post

First Aid at Work (RQF) Qualsafe Awards Level 3 QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) Did you know that an estimated 555,000 workers in Britain sustained an injury at work in 2017/18? ​ The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require all employers to make arrangements to ensure their employees receive immediate attention if they are injured or taken ill at work. This includes carrying out a risk assessment, appointing a suitable amount of first aiders and providing appropriate first aid training. However, having the correct first aid provision in the workplace is not just a legal requirement, it is incredibly important for the safety of all members of staff! First Aid at Work (RQF) Qualification The QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) qualification is specifically designed for individuals who wish to act as a first aider in their workplace. Candidates will learn how to manage a range of injuries and illnesses that could occur at work and will be equipped with the essential skills needed to give emergency first aid. ​ What’s more, as a regulated qualification, employers can book this course for their employees and rest assured that they have fulfilled their legal responsibilities for providing quality first aid training, without having to undertake any lengthy due diligence checks. ​ ​ What is Covered The role and responsibilities of a first aider Assessing an incident Managing an unresponsive casualty CPR and defibrillation ​ Recovery Position Heart Attack Stroke Choking ​ Epilepsy Asthma Diabetes Anaphylaxis ​ Shock ​ Head and spinal injuries Chest injuries Wounds and bleeding Fractures ​ Sprains, strains and dislocations Minor injuries Burns and scalds Poisoning ​ Eye injuries QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF)

​ Contact Us: 1 Tiller Road Docklands London United Kingdom E14 8PY 07701085645 Paul@citysailing.com bricks OUR STORY City Sailing helps you forward your sailing by organising group and individual Theory courses in London and further afield. We are the London Sailing Experts here to help you with your sailing needs. We offer MCA STCW First Aid and Sea Survival Courses as well as MCA BML Fire Awareness Courses in London. Read More > TESTIMONIALS Just a quick note to say thanks for the course last Saturday. Was a really enjoyable course (well as enjoyable as learning about resuscitation can be!), and filled in a lot of gaps since my last one a few years back. I’ll be sure to recommend you to anyone else I know who is looking for shore-based training. James 1 / 3 Paul Bew Join us to start your sailing adventure

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Fire Marshal Course This course is aimed at everyone giving insight into Fire Awareness and how to be a Fire Marshal. The course is in London near Canary Wharf, you will get the chance to fight a live fire with CO2. Foam and Water. ​ We can travel to you anywhere in the UK . Enquire Now Syllabus Location near Canary Warf Theory of combustion and the Fire Triangle Knowledge of types of ignition. Awareness of flammable materials, fire hazards and the spread of fire Knowledge of best practice precautions and awareness of the need for vigilance Knowledge of types of portable extinguishers: water, dry powder, foam, CO2, and fire blanket. Know how to extinguish a fire and practical use of extinguishers Knowledge of the correct location of fire fighting equipment Awareness of types and use of fixed fire-fighting installations Our courses are conducted in the classrooms at the Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre near Canary Wharf. It is easy to get to and there is free parking. ​ We pay the center to use the premises, so your booking helps take local East End Children Sailing. ​ We can come to you for small groups of training with our live-fire rig.

QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) AIMS & OBJECTIVES At the end of this course, delegates will be able to: • Assess emergency situations and carry out appropriate action, including informing emergency services • Carry out artificial ventilation and chest compressions • Place casualty into the recovery position and know to use this position • Clear obstructed airway • Control severe bleeding • Recognise and treat shock • Understand the requirements of a first aid kit and how to report accidents in the workplace • Recognise and treat illnesses • Deal with burns and scalds • Recognise and treat fractures Enquire Now Course content • Assessing the casualty and situation • The unconscious casualty • Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) • Head injuries • Choking and asthma • Severe bleeding • Shock • The first aid kit and reporting procedures • Heart attack, seizures and diabetes • Burns and scolds • Fractures First Aid Certification CERTIFICATION Delegates who successfully complete this course, including the practical assessments, will receive a training certificate. ​ This is a Qualsafe Awards RQF Level Three certificate over one day or two evenings.

RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship Course The RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship course is designed for those interested in sailing, day boaters, sea-anglers and anyone who likes to get out on the water. It is an entry-level course and a great place to start your sailing adventure. We love this course as it gives you a perfect introduction to navigation with little outlay. Book Online Course Book Classroom Course Video Tutorials Why this course? This is a great starter course to dip your toe in the water at little cost. This course is for beginners and no prior knowledge is required. An i deal course for those looking to complete the RYA Dinghy Instructor, RYA Competent Crew, or the RYA Powerboat Level Two course. ​ ​ Charts and Publications Safety Engine checks Buoyage Tidal Awareness, Visual and Electronic Navigation Pilotage Rules of the Road Anchoring Weather Forecasts Passage Planning Course Content: Whats included? RYA Practice Charts x 2 RYA Essential Navigation Course Book RYA Practice Navigation Almanac Book RYA plotter and dividers Plus City Sailing document bag to keep it all in and w e will even pop in a pen and pencil to get you on your way.

RYA Diesel Engine Courses The RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance Course is a one day course for beginners. It assumes no prior experience The RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance Course is essential for all users of todays boats. Ideally suited to both sail and powerboat users - whether you sail a yacht with an auxiliary diesel engine or are a motor cruising enthusiast, this course could save your life. We use both training engines and real engines in a workshop so please wear proper shoes and old clothes. We have the best facilities of any school for this course in London. In your office - this is not an option as the unit is so large and we use a large workshop with a lot of teaching aids. Book Course Video Tutorials Details of Course Times 0900 to 1700 RYA Book and certificate is included in the fee Location West India Dock Lock We have cut away engines, workshop with lots of other engines and running engines in launches for you to see. Information Prerequisites: None Duration: 1 Day or 2 Evenings Venue: London at West India Dock at a dedicated classroom and workshop. Price Includes: RYA Certificate

Vessel Electronics and Navionics Plotters Navionics Free Web App Tutorial We explain how to set up your Navionics on the free web app version to use with passage planning alongside google maps and google earth. Electronics on a vessel We go through vessel electronics you may have on your vessel or on a charter vessel you may sail on. Waypoint Navigation This video is about Waypoint Navigation. This is essential for the RYA Day Skipper and RYA Essential Navigation Course. We explain how to choose waypoints, how to enter them, and the pitfalls of waypoints. How to make a cheap chart plotter We explain how to make a chaep chart plotter with an old Samsung Galaxy How to change the battery in your Samsung Galaxy. This video shows you how to change the battery in your Samsung Galaxy to make a new plotter with a GPS built-in.

Sail around Britain for Cancer Round Britain sailing trip for Macmillan Cancer Support ​ Following the overwhelming success of Premiers Sailing's previous six trips, which raised over £37,000 for Macmillan and was enjoyed by many shipmates, they will once again take to the seas around our coastline for the trip of a lifetime. * Your own cabin * Full Board * Top quality food (usually Waitrose) * State of the art wet weather gear * No hidden extra charges * Award winning skippers Most of us will come into contact with cancer at some time in our lives and Macmillan, as many of us know, are there to help and support both the patient and their family. It is their personal experience of the superb care and support provided by Macmillan that has lead them to run this trip. Their yachts will visit many marinas and most, including Royal Quays, Rhu, Bangor and Whitehills, will donate the mooring fees to Macmillan. Contact Colin at Premier Sailing Why this way? Colin and Jan from Premier Sailing have had the crushing blow of losing a child to cancer and most of us have lost close loved ones to this indiscriminate disease. ​ We at City Sailing are proud to promote their Round Britain Sail to raise money for Cancer support. Whats included? ​ * Your own cabin * Top quality catering on board * State of the art wet weather gear * No hidden extra charges * Award winning skippers ​ There are a number of spaces available for novices and budding Yachtmasters alike to join their award winning "Sail4Macmillan" sail around Britain.

MCA Boat Master Fire Course This course is aimed at all mariners who go on the water in smaller boats. It covers the fire training needed for the MCA BML Boat Master Licence. The course is in London, near Canary Wharf, you will get the chance to fight a live fire with CO2. Foam and Water. Enquire Now Syllabus Theory of combustion and the Fire Triangle Knowledge of types of ignition likely to be found on vessels Awareness of flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire Knowledge of best practice precautions and awareness of the need for vigilance onboard Knowledge of classification of fires (A, B, C & D) as well as correct extinguishing equipment and methods for each type Knowledge of types of portable extinguishers: water, dry powder, foam, CO2, and fire blanket. Know how to extinguish a fire and practical use of extinguishers Knowledge of correct location of fire fighting equipment on your vessel Awareness of types and use of fixed fire-fighting installations on large and small vessels Knowledge of correct sequence for fire detection and raising the alarm ("FIRE"): Fire, Inform, Restrict, Extinguish Location near Canary Warf Our courses are conducted at the MCA inspected classrooms at the Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre near Canary Wharf. It is easy to get to and there is free parking. ​ We pay the centre for to use the premises, so your booking helps take local East End Children Sailing.