Courses

An RYA practical foiling course developing longer, more controlled and efficient flight on a dinghy. It refines take-off, ride height, direction, speed, balance and recovery, with techniques adapted to the foil and craft. It follows first-flight competence and precedes the sustained-flight standard; progress remains dependent on conditions and equipment.

An RYA practical foiling course developing continuous, controlled flight and linked manoeuvres on a dinghy. Training consolidates take-off, stable ride height, course changes, touchdowns, recovery and decision-making over longer periods on foil. It is an advanced personal-performance award, not an instructor qualification, and remains specific to the discipline, equipment and conditions.

An RYA advanced practical module developing efficient boat handling, sail trim and performance in a dinghy. Training applies the five essentials, balance, trim, sail setting, centreboard or keel effects and tactical handling to improve speed and control across a range of conditions. It develops existing sailing ability rather than serving as an introduction. The exact…

An RYA practical module developing the planning and execution of a short day passage in a dinghy. It combines pilotage, weather, local hazards, equipment, crew preparation and decision-making with sailing away from the immediate training area. The certificate records course completion, not unrestricted command competence. Conditions, operating area and supervision remain subject to experience, centre…