Anglia Sea Ventures

Cruising boats increasingly have radar on board which is no suprise as Radar is probably the most versatile of all electronic navigation aids, but the best results are only obtained when you know how to use all the functions correctly. It is not an all seeing eye, and can easily mislead those who do not understand its controls, allow for its limitations, or interpret its picture.

Course topics include how the radar set works, how its adjustments and features affect the way it works, target definition, radar reflectors, types of radar display, radar plotting, the use of radar in navigation and collision avoidance

Be aware that the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea state that if you have a radar, you must know how to use it.

At the end of your course you will be awarded an RYA Radar course certificate.

Click here to view the course syllabus

Course start dates (Check Availability)

Other dates may be available subject to demand so please contact us if your preferred dates are not listed above.

Previous Experience

Navigational knowledge to Day Skipper shorebased level and some practical sailing or motorboat experience.

Location

Haven Marina, Ipswich, East Anglia

Duration

1 day shorebased practical workshop (09:00 to 17:30 hours)

What's included

RYA Course pack and certificate, tuition and refreshments. Note that Lunch is not included but reasonably priced meals are available at the marina.

What to bring

Notepad and pen.