RYA Sailing Courses From CompCrew to Yachtmaster

If you have a love for adventure and a matching passion for the open sea, a Royal Yachting Association certified training center can make your dreams of sailing a reality. Whether you're already qualified as a day skipper or still a raw landlubber who's never smelled salt air, the RYA offers sailing courses that will give you the confidence and leadership skills you need on the big blue sea. RYA courses prepare sailors and would-be sailors to safely and expertly operate under power and sail.

The theory and practical training provided by RYA sailing courses represent the gold standard of excellence. Everything you need to be a competent crew member, day skipper, coastal skipper or yachtmaster is presented by qualified, friendly instructors in a relaxed atmosphere. RYA courses are available for every level of experience. Online learning is provided for those who need fundamental information before climbing aboard a vessel.

RYA sailing courses are presented in such a manner that the training is very enjoyable. But while you're having fun learning you will also be getting expert guidance from patient instructors who have lots of knowledge and experience in sailing courses. RYA courses are only conducted by trainers who have demonstrated both technical knowledge and practical skills in sailing. As with all types of training, you must attain certain minimum levels of experience prior to advancing to more advanced levels. As an example, a day skipper certification course requires at least 100 sea miles while coaster skipper mandates 800 previous sea miles before entering the course.

Find a certified RYA training center today and take the first step to making your dreams a reality.

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3 person sailboat?

I have about $1500 dollars to spend, give or take $500. I want to buy a sailboat that could fit around 4 people max, but maybe i could sail it by myself. i was thinking a blue jay but i think that might be a tad too big. So bottom line, I need a boat that can fit 3-4 people max that i can sail by myself for hopefully under $1500 (i'm buying it used), and i don't want it to be too slow... any help???
I'm actually thinking about something without a cabin. I'm not really sure if a blue jay has a cabin (i don't know too much about boats...). I just want it to have open space. Any other boats in mind?
my first thought was a Laser, but then i realized that its too small...

If you have never sailed before & want something roomy but manageable by one person and will allow you to make a few mistakes along the way as you learn I would suggest you purchase a used 22 foot Catalina Swing Keel sailboat with a rolling furlong on it. With the R. F. you can deploy the jib from the cockpit yourself & can give it slack while you come about. I have owned small boats for over 30 years and found that type and size to be the all around best. Plus it does fit 4 comfortably and has a small interior cabin with a V berth to sleep in. The galley converts to anohter sleeping area. They normally dont have a head but you can purchase a port-a-potty for about $40.00 ( buy that new!). The whole deal can come together for about 1500.00- 2000.00. pick a copy of sailboat trader or go online to their E ads. Good luck!:). Anywhere from 1974- 1980 should be your years too lock at for that price.