Yachtmaster skills – Advanced navigation & skippering

Elevate your handling, sharpen your judgement and progress toward Yachtmaster standard

Build the confidence, precision and higher‑level seamanship expected of a Yachtmaster‑standard skipper. This two‑day training event sits between Skipper it like a Pro and our full Yachtmaster Prep & Exam week, giving members a focused opportunity to accelerate their progression, refine advanced techniques and gain structured practice in skills rarely rehearsed during normal cruising.

Across the two days you’ll work through realistic scenarios, targeted coaching and higher‑intensity manoeuvres designed to strengthen judgement, improve consistency and help you feel calm and in control in more demanding conditions. You’ll come away with greater confidence, more assured handling and a clear understanding of your next steps.

You’ll learn to

–  Handle a yacht confidently under sail in close quarters, using clear crew communication and decision-making to carry out controlled slow‑speed manoeuvres.
–  Apply structured techniques for advanced berthing, including springing on and off, wind-against-tide approaches and strategies for more complex scenarios.
–  Plan and execute night pilotage using lights, transits, depths and electronic navigation to maintain safe, accurate progress after dark.
–  Recognise and interpret lights and buoyage to support confident navigation in reduced visibility.

Who’s it for?

Members who have completed Skipper it like a Pro or have equivalent experience, and who want to build the confidence and consistency needed before stepping up to Yachtmaster preparation.