RYA training Centre for Yachting - Powerboat Courses - RYA Theory Courses

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RYA Safety Boat Course

This two-day course provides the skills required when acting as an escort craft, safety boat or coach boat for a fleet of dinghies, windsurfers or canoes, or for racing or training activities. It includes rescue techniques and elements of race management and mark laying.

Entry requirements:

Assumed knowledge Basic understanding of sailing boats and windsurfers. RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate must be held prior to this course Minimum duration 2 days Minimum age 16 Course content Preparation, boat handling, dinghy rescue, windsurfer rescue, kayak or canoe rescue (can be covered as theory), towing, end-of-day procedures, safety, suitability of craft, local factors, communication, rescuing other water users Ability after the course Able to provide safety or support cover to a range of craft, particularly sailing or windsurfing

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275.00 GBP

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RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course

		This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It includes close quarters handling, high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery and collision regulations.

Entry requirements:

Non required but some boating knowledge and a little homework are helpfull. We can also run these courses anytime during the week as long as we have a minimum of two students.

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275.00 GBP

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RYA Intermediate Powerboat Course - UNAVAILABLE

		This course covers the practical use of pilotage and passage planning by day on coastal waters using both traditional and electronic navigational techniques. During the two days you also cover more advanced boat handling. It is recommended for anyone considering moving on to the Advanced course.

Entry requirements:

boat handling to the standard of the Level 2 course with a coastal endorsement - To make the most of the course some knowledge of chart work would be helpful, A Day Skipper Theory course prior to attending this course would really reap benefits

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325.00 GBP

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RYA Advanced Powerboat Course - UNAVAILABLE

		This course is for leisure and professional boaters wanting to undertake more adventurous trips. It includes navigation by day and night, weather and other aspects of skippering a small boat on more challenging passages in coastal waters. Anybody undertaking this course must have the practical skills of the Intermediate course and knowledge of navigation to at least the standard of the Day Skipper shorebased course. Students taking the Advanced course must hold a VHF/SRC operators certificate and a first aid certificate. All candidates are required to hold a first aid certificate. Acceptable certificates include the RYA's First Aid Certificate, First Aid at Work, First Aid at Sea or any other certificate issued on completion of a course which is a minimum of one day's duration, recognised by the Health and Safety Executive and includes the treatment of hypothermia, cold shock and drowning.

Entry requirements:

Candidates should be competent to the standard of the Intermediate Powerboat Certificate with navigation and chartwork to the level of Day Skipper Shorebased certificate.

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325.00 GBP

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RYA Start Yachting

		A short 2 day introduction to sailing for complete beginners. By the end of the course you will have experienced steering a yacht, sail handling, ropework and be aware of safety on board. Holders of the Start Yachting certificate can go on to complete the Competence Crew course in a reduced time of three days or two weekends.

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235.00 GBP

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RYA Level 1 Powerboat Course

		This course is an introduction to boating techniques from launching and recovering a boat from a road trailer, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment.

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175.00 GBP

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RYA Competent Crew

		This course is for beginners and those who would like to become active crew members rather than just passengers. By the end of the course you should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day routines on board. The minimum course duration is five days, but it is commonly run over three weekends or three days plus a weekend. If you have previously completed the Start Yachting course, the Competent Crew course can be completed in three or four days.

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475.00 GBP

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RYA Day Skipper Practical

		A 5 Day course for aspiring skippers with some yachting experience and basic navigation and sailing skills. Learn to skipper a short passage with the instructor on hand to give advice and encouragement and ensure your safety. Experience being in charge, taking credit when it all goes well and being responsible when it doesn't !!! If it's help with navigation that you need, you should take our Day Skipper shorebased course (see Navigation and seamanship theory classes)

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475.00 GBP

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RYA Coastal Skipper Practical

		Advanced skippering techniques for yachtsmen and women with considerable knowledge of sailing and navigation, wanting to undertake coastal passages by day and night. Like the Day Skipper course, this course consists of skippered passages in a variety of situations. Each trainee will skipper more challenging passages and learn more about passage planning, pilotage by day and night, boat handling, safety and emergency situations. It is a satisfying but intensive week, with candidates often working towards a Certificate of Competence. Most centres will expect you to complete the Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore shorebased course beforehand as there is insufficient time to teach you theory during the week. Coastal Skippers should be able to undertake more difficult passages by day and night and handle the yacht in more demanding conditions. By the end of the course you should have the knowledge, if not the experience, to become a Yachtmaster.

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Pre-course experience is 15 days, 2 days as skipper, 300 miles, 8 night hours Assumed knowledge Boat handling to the standard of Day Skipper and navigation to shorebased Coastal

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475.00 GBP

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RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Preparation & Exam

		To attain the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore candidates must pass a practical examination of their skippering ability. A Yachtmaster is capable of skippering the yacht on extended offshore passages by day or night. He or she will essentially be a much more experienced Coastal Skipper and can do the same things more smoothly, for longer periods and in more arduous conditions. Early in the week the instructor will asses your strengths and weaknesses and coach you in the areas required to pass the examination however our experience normally leads us to work on the following areas; passage planning, man overboard recovery, close quarters handling, skippering techniques, navigation in restricted visibility, pilotage and knowledge of the International Collision Regulations. The instructor will debrief you fully as the week progresses and ensure that you get time to work on those weaker areas. Before joining the course, students should have the pre-requisite experience outlined above, navigation theory to RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster theory level and a thorough knowledge of the Collision Regulations. The examiner will ask each candidate to skipper the yacht on several short passages and complete various demonstrations of their skippering and sailing ability over the course of the weekend. The Exam is an additional cost payable to the RYA of £185

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50 Days (5 days as skipper) 2500 miles 5 passages over 60 miles (including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper) Navigation to Coastal/Yachtmaster theory standard VHF/SRC licence First Aid certificate

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550.00 GBP

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RYA First Aid

		Our one-day course covers all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages. In a medical emergency a little first aid knowledge and immediate action can save lives, especially in remote locations. This one-day course is designed to provide a working knowledge of first aid for people using small craft and to support skippers. It fulfils the requirements for: professional skippers of small craft working within 60 miles of a safe haven, including Boatmasters; the Senior First Aid certificate needed by offshore racers subject to ISAF's regulations on first aid training (OSR 4.08.4). The course is recommended by the MCA and HSE. The subjects specific to boating include: the recovery position in a confined space CPR, including the drowning protocol cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure seasickness and dehydration medical assistance or advice by VHF helicopter rescue

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90.00 GBP

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RYA Marine Radio (SRC) ~ VHF Theory Course

		The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to operate a VHF radio fitted with Digital Selective Calling (DSC) on any British vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. A radio is an important piece of safety equipment on board and it is vital to understand the correct procedures. Unnecessary transmissions could block out a Mayday distress call. All new VHF sets are either fitted, or can be interfaced, with DSC allowing calls to specific vessels. If you hold the ‘old’ VHF licence (pre-1999) you need to upgrade your qualification if you purchase new equipment. This can be done by attending this one-day course or, if no tuition is required, you can enter for direct examination. Course topics include: the basics of radio operation the correct frequencies (channels) to be used distress, emergency and medical assistance procedures making ship to shore telephone calls Digital Selective Calling (DSC) using simulators Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB) Search and Rescue (SART) The course will be taught using radio simulators and will be examined by a short written test.

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90.00 GBP

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RYA Marine Radio (SRC) ~ VHF Theory Course 1/2 day Re Exam

		Re- examination for currrent VHF license holders at periodic renewal

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45.00 GBP

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RYA Diesel Engine Course

		A one-day beginners’ course to help you prevent and solve diesel engine failure. Mechanical failure is the main cause of rescue call-outs to cruisers. Basic maintenance and engine care will help ensure that you are not part of this statistic. Most engine problems can be avoided by taking simple precautions, and you don’t need a detailed mechanical knowledge. This course teaches you how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by using basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown. Whether you sail a yacht with an auxiliary diesel engine or are a motor cruising enthusiast, this course could not just save you money, but one day could save your life. Course topics include: the principles of diesel engine operation the systems and parts of the engine fault finding rectification of common problems bleeding the fuel system changing the impeller routine maintenance winter lay up procedures

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90.00 GBP

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ISAF Offshore Safety

		Training for recreational and racing skippers and crews who encounter rough weather and problems at sea. At the end of the course you will have a good knowledge of the safety equipment carried on small boats and the seamanship techniques needed to survive at sea in heavy weather. The certificate awarded conforms with the eligibility requirements of section 6.01 of the ISAF Special Regulations for category 0, 1 and some category 2 offshore races. These regulations require a percentage of the crew to have taken personal survival training. Full details of the Special Regulations can be found in the ISAF website on the right. Course topics include: the one day sea survival course half a day of training in seamanship and emergencies, including heavy weather seamanship, weather forecasting, fire fighting and man overboard recovery

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195.00 GBP

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RYA Sea Survival

		A one-day course for anyone going to sea, providing an understanding of how to use the safety equipment on board your boat. A genuine lifesaver Cruising is one of the safest leisure sporting activities, and 99.9% of those afloat will never use their liferaft. However, if you are part of the unlucky 0.1% your chances of survival will be greatly increased if you understand how to use the equipment and how to help yourself. It is a well-proven fact that, in the event of an emergency at sea, people with training are more likely to survive. An important part of the course is a practical session in a swimming pool. Experience first hand the problems of entering an uncooperative liferaft and assisting others while fully kitted out in wet weather gear and a lifejacket. Course topics include: liferafts and the equipment they contain survival techniques the design of lifejackets medical aspects of sea survival search and rescue techniques

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95.00 GBP

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RYA Basic Navigation Theory Course

		An introduction to navigation and safety awareness for new, inexperienced or rusty skippers and crew. This course is for anyone new to sailing, motor boating including RIBs and other small powerboats, sea angling and diving as well as experienced dinghy and keelboat sailors and inshore racers. This course is the perfect introduction or refresher for anyone going afloat on inshore waters, and a stepping stone to the more in-depth Day Skipper shorebased course. It also complements our on-the-water training such as the Intermediate Powerboat, Start Yachting, Helmsman or Day Skipper courses. You will receive a course pack which includes a chart, plotter, course handbook, exercises and an electronic chart plotter CD. This is a highly practical course with lots of opportunities foryou to put your new found knowledge into practice using the exercises provided. The course is taught over 16 hours with exercises to complete along the way. It can be covered as a series of short sessions or over two full days. Course topics include: charts and publications safety engine checks buoyage tidal awareness visual and electronic navigation pilotage rules of the road anchoring weather forecasts passage planning

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200.00 GBP

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RYA Day Skipper Theory

		A comprehensive introduction to cruising for inexperienced skippers. This course equips you with enough knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day. A basic knowledge of lights is also included to introduce you to night cruising. We are continually updating our courses to take into account developments in technology and the electronic navigation aids now available on most cruising boats. In conjunction with the UK Hydrographic Office we have developed a chart plotter specifically for use on training courses, giving you a realistic insight into electronic navigation. Use of this plotter is an integral part of our Day Skipper shorebased course. We have northern and southern hemisphere versions of our training materials. So, no matter where you are in the world, our course can be tailored to you. The course is taught over 40 hours with two exam papers. It can be covered as a series of short sessions, as an intensive week-long course, or by distance learning. Course topics include: the basics of seamanship the essentials of coastal navigation and pilotage chartwork electronic charts position fixing plotting a course to steer weather forecasting and meteorology tides collision regulations construction, parts and equipment of a cruising boat emergency and safety procedures including distress calls,use of flares, safety harnesses, lifejackets and liferafts

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375.00 GBP

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RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore

		course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. It allows some time for revision of the basics and then moves on to advanced navigation techniques. This course will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills. As with the Day Skipper shorebased course, the RYA’s specially designed chart plotter software will be used during the course to give you a realistic taste of modern electronic navigation. Students in the southern hemisphere can take advantage of the southern hemisphere version of our training materials, ensuring that your course is relevant to you. The course is taught over 40 hours with three exam papers. It can be covered as a series of short sessions, as an intensive week-long course, or by distance learning. Course topics include: position fixing course shaping and plotting tidal knowledge use of almanacs and admiralty publications electronic position finding equipment taking and interpreting forecasts plotting weather systems weather predictions using a barometer and by observation collision regulations customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad

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375.00 GBP

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RYA Yachtmaster Ocean

		Unravel the mysteries of astro navigation, using a sextant, ocean passage making, worldwide meteorology and electronic navigation aids. This course is for those aspiring to blue water cruising and is ideal for holders of theYachtmaster Offshore certificate who are preparing for their first ocean passage. Prior to the course your navigation skills should be at the standard of the Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore shorebased course. If you are working towards yourYachtmaster Ocean Certificate of Competence, completion of this shorebased course exempts you from the written exam. The course is taught over 40 hours with one exam paper. It can be covered as a series of short sessions, as an intensive week-long course, or by distance learning.

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375.00 GBP

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International Certificate of Competence

		Cruising Abroad If you want to cruise outside the UK you are likely to need certification,in the form of the International Certificate of Competence (ICC). RYA courses will achieve this for you, with the Powerboat Level 2 and Day Skipper certificates (or above) these provide sufficient evidence of your competence to qualify you for the ICC. Experienced skippers can also qualify for the ICC by taking a direct assessment through our school for both Power and Sail Please note costs are dependent on experience / direct assessment so please call to discuss

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We can run the ICC direct assessment at any time either on our own boats or clients own either here in Fowey or at your home port (travel costs may apply)

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195.00 GBP

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RYA Radar Course

Sailing and motor yachts increasingly have radars on board. The International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea state that if you have a radar on board, you must know how to use it. This course satisfies the requirements of some categories of commercial work afloat. The aim is to teach students to use small boat Radar to assist decision-making in navigation, pilotage and collision avoidance. The course can be conducted ashore using RYA approved software, or afloat on an authorised vessel. The maximum number of students per course will be four afloat or three per screen when conducted ashore, to ensure you get plenty of hands-on practice.

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90.00 GBP

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Rolex Fastnet 2011

RORC Fastnet Race 2011 Date: 14th - 19th August 2011 Location: Cowes - Fastnet Rock - Plymouth The Fastnet Race is run in alternate years. It is the most famous offshore yacht race in the world, first run in 1925, when 7 yachts came to the start line off Ryde IOW to race to the Fastnet Rock off Ireland and back to Plymouth. The Rolex Fastnet Race (approx 608 miles) Start: Sunday 14th August off RYS, Cowes, IOW First warning signal: 1150 Course: Cowes – Fastnet Rock – Plymouth Finish: Plymouth Distance: 608 miles The Fastnet Race is run in alternate years. It is the most famous offshore yacht race in the world, first run in 1925, when 7 yachts came to the start line off Ryde IOW to race to the Fastnet Rock off Ireland and back to Plymouth. The modern race, over a course of 608 miles, starts at Cowes and attracts over 300 entries. The safety requirements of the Royal Ocean Racing Club races are set out on the RORC website, Bare Knuckles Racing go beyond those requirements by putting all crew members through a full course of training in racing skills, first aid and sea survival, plus at least two qualifying offshore yacht races across the English Channel. Having already gained a credible racing pedigree Bare Knuckles finished 4th in class and 16th overall in the 2003 Fastnet Race. Join us for the race of your life and gain over 1600 sea miles. The race starts on Sunday 14th August, the day after Cowes Regatta ends. We expect to finish by Thursday or Friday in Plymouth. Training weekend Saturday Inshore race training: - Plymouth Sound April tbc (approx 20 miles) Saturday / Sunday Offshore race training: - Plymouth – Falmouth/Dartmouth April tbc (approx 80 miles) Race Training take place aboard our Prima 38 Bare Knuckles that is fully equipped for offshore racing and can offer experience in class as well as handicap racing. The racing crew when offering their services to a race boat will be asked which position they play, we aim to rotate novice crew in the different positions giving everyone a chance to decide which role they enjoy most or can give of their best. The more experienced crew can hone their skills to the position in which they wish to excel. Theory time put aside to the preparation before a race, paperwork, documentation, rules and tactics. All of which gives a better understanding of what is required by the individuals. A fully crewed Prima 38 has ten positions, from aft they are: Helmsman Mainsheet trimmer Tactics / Crew Boss Sheet trimmer Sheet grinder Pit Navigation Spinnaker handler Mastman Foredeck During crew training, there will be two experienced instructors aboard to facilitate learning. Our aim is to demonstrate then talk through each manoeuvre allowing crew members to practice, move positions then practice again. Topics to be covered will include sail trim, choice of sails, management of crew and best course sailed. Before each race there will be a briefing on the expected conditions, starting area, course if it is known, competition and expectations of the crew. On return to berth at the end of the race there will be a debriefing on the outcome of the race, tactics, where improvements could be made and time for general discussion. Qualifying races Plymouth - St Peter Port Race 20th – 22nd May (approx 180 miles) Royal Naval Sailing Association annual cross channel race starting inside Plymouth Sound and finishing off the breakwater at St Peter Port. Just over 85 miles the Plymouth – St Peter Port race is a good start for the 2011 offshore racing season. This race forms part of the Port of Plymouth Offshore series with a prize giving in November in Plymouth. Plymouth - St Malo Race 2nd - 5th June (approx 260 miles) Royal Western Yacht Club annual yacht race to St Malo has seen some very competitive racing in the past with over 30 entrants recorded. The race starts inside Plymouth Sound followed by a couple of buoys then onto St Malo with over 125 miles of racing. This race forms part of the Port of Plymouth Offshore series with a prize giving in November in Plymouth. Plymouth - Roscoff Brittany Ferries 100 Mile Challenge 10th - 12th June (approx 200 miles) On the 3rd June 2005, Dame Ellen MacArthur undertook the inaugural attempt on the 'Brittany Ferries 100 Mile Trophy' onboard her trimaran, B&Q, in which she established her solo round-the-world record. She took her starting position alongside the Pont-Aven, off the Plymouth breakwater. After a wet and rainy start at 13:30 in Plymouth (GBR), B&Q finished under blue skies and a WSW wind of 20 knots in Roscoff (FRA) at 20:00:25 BST on 3rd June 2005 establish a new crewed Plymouth to Roscoff record for the Brittany Ferries 100 Mile Trophy. In setting a time of 6 hours, 20 minutes and 33 seconds for the Brittany Ferries 100 Mile Trophy, it is hoped that this will be challenged in subsequent years by a number of skilled yachtsmen as well as yachtswomen. Bare Knuckles shall be looking at setting a time for monohulls under 40 feet. We aim to leave the start line off Penlee Point on Friday 10th June at 1800. The finish line will be just off Brittany Ferries Roscoff pier head. Once across the Channel we shall have some rest before heading back to Plymouth. Cost per berth £2950.00 and will include the following:- (Payment plan options are available) Race training * April 2011 Plymouth Sound & West Country * May 2011 Plymouth – St Peter Port Race * June Plymouth – St Malo Race * June Plymouth – Roscoff Offshore race training * August 2011 The Fastnet Race Cowes – Fastnet Rock – Plymouth o RYA/MCA Small Craft Basic Sea Survival o RYA ISAF Offshore Safety Course o Professional Skipper and Mate qualified to RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean & Yachtmaster Offshore o Embroidered crew t-shirt and fleece. o Embroidered Henri Lloyd Crew Race Jackets. o All safety equipment. o All food & drink while sailing. o Race entry, mooring fees and fuel.

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2950.00 GBP

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