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Yachtmaster ™ Exam Preparation

There is no specific course syllabus, but content will draw extensively on the syllabus set out in the RYA Yachtmaster ™ Scheme Logbook.

The MCA/RYA Yachtmaster™ qualification is recognised and respected worldwide, and for many, passing the exam is regarded as the highest level of achievement. It is widely regarded as a gateway to a career in the marine industry, with many qualified Yachtmasters™ obtaining their Commercial Endorsement and going on to become professional skippers.

The successful Yachtmaster™ exam candidate demonstrates fluency and a wide breadth of knowledge and skill across all areas of the extensive syllabus. They also bring with them significant experience in terms of both miles logged and variety of sailing undertaken. There are two levels – RYA Yachtmaster™ Coastal and RYA Yachtmaster™ Offshore. There are minimum eligibility requirements for both.

The Yachtmaster™ preparation course is not intended to plug significant gaps in your knowledge, since it is assumed that having met the eligibility criteria you attend with the required knowledge and experience. Therefore, each event is built around the specific needs of the candidate. The course aims to provide coaching, focus, feedback, the opportunity to polish your skills, check your all-round knowledge and ensure you’re ready for your exam. In short, it is about coaching you to get you to peak performance ahead of the exam. It will be run by an experienced Yachtmaster Instructor who is very often an RYA Examiner in their own right. *NOTE a £200 exam fee is extra and payable directly to the RYA.

Course Outcomes

The exam itself is conducted by an external RYA Examiner.
It is for them to judge whether the candidate meets the standard, and only if they do that can they be recommended for the coveted Yachtmaster™ Certificate of Competence.

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RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Preparation & Exam

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Yachtmaster Offshore is competent to skipper a cruising yacht on any passage during where astronavigation is not necessary.

An RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence is often the ultimate aim of aspiring skippers. It is a well known, highly respected qualification worldwide, proving your experience and competence as a skipper.

To attain the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore candidates must pass a practical examination of their skippering ability. A Yachtmaster Offshore is capable of skippering the yacht on extended offshore passages by day or night. He or she will essentially be a much more experienced Yachtmaster Coastal and can do the same things more smoothly, for longer periods and in more arduous conditions. The theory knowledge required for the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence is the same as that for Yachtmaster Coastal, but considerably more practical experience and skill is required.

The 4 days prior to the exam is run along the same lines as the Yachtmaster Coastal preparation. Your instructor will asses your skills and address any areas over weakness. A high level of boat handling under various conditions of wind and tide is required. Navigation skills should be at the level of Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper theory and a thorough knowledge of collision regulations is expected. Your instructor will tailor the course to suit your individual needs in order to prepare you for when the examiner steps on board.

After 4 days your instructor will give you a thorough debrief and you should feel confident in your ability to take the exam should you feel ready to do so.

During the exam, your RYA examiner will meet you onboard and talk you through the plan for the day. They understand that you could be nervous and will do their best to allay your fears and make sure you are clear about what they want you to do. They are there to find out what you can do, rather than pick holes. You will be asked to undertake a short passage, but you may have to plan a longer one. In general, you should skipper the yacht in your normal style. If this means putting the kettle on every half hour, then do it!

Your examiner isn’t looking for first-time-every-time success, but you will need to demonstrate competence and a good understanding of how the boat reacts at various situations. Don’t hesitate to change sails or reef, if you think it is necessary for the task.

Whether you are fully in command of the yacht is the most important assessment that your examiner will make. Especially with Yachtmaster Offshore the examiner will be looking for high level of proficiency based on broad experience.

Course Duration: 4 days for the course and 2 days for the exam. Most courses start on Saturday evening and finish on Wednesday afternoon, the exam starts the same evening or the next morning after the end of the course.

Previous Experience Required: 50 days aboard, 5 days as skipper, 2500 miles logged (min. half of it MUST be in tidal waters!), 5 passages of over 60 miles including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper. VHF radio operators certificate (SRC or higher) and a valid First Aid Certificate recognised by the RYA. click here for the list of acceptable first aid certificates

Course Overview: Preparation and brush up for the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence. Revision of advanced skippering techniques, close quarters handling under power and sail, navigation and pilotage by day and night, man overboard recovery and overall yacht management skills.

Minimum age: 18

Course price DOES NOT INCLUDE:

exam fee paid directly to the RYA (205 GBP for YM Offshore, 177 GBP for YM Coastal)
examiner's travel expenses from/to th UK (estimated approx. 400–500 Euro, shared between exam participants)
food, harbour fees and diesel used for the boat

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3 week Yachtmaster Academy

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Over the last 10 years, we have trained hundreds of Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore Candidates and we are proud of our pass rate. W e are constantly looking for ways to improve our offering and this is where the idea of this newly designed Yachtmaster Academy was born.

Our 3-week Yachtmaster Academy can cater to many different abilities, from those who simply want extra time on board our boat before the exam in order to hone their navigation skills, to those who require the last couple of 60nm passages for their Yachtmaster Offshore qualification.

3 week course £2995 + Yachtmaster exam fee

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Pre Course:

Included in the cost is a copy of the RYA Navigation Exercises book along with 2 training charts, plotters, dividers and a USB Memory stick with extensive chartwork videos and resources for pre-course study.

Week 1: Yachtmaster Theory Course

A 7-day intensive navigation course looking in detail at IRPCS, Chartwork, Passage Planning, Meteorology, and more.

Week 2: Mile Builder

A 5-day practical course putting into practice all the theory from the week before whilst ticking off the last few miles for the Yachtmaster Exam. The emphasis of these 5 days is putting into practice Passage Planning, Pilotage, Electronic Nav, and Radar. This is a fully residential course and, weather dependent, you should get the chance to visit Belfast and Islay before making your way back into the Clyde.

Week 3: Yachtmaster Prep & Exam

The final stage of the course is our 4 day Yachtmaster Prep which is the perfect opportunity to perfect your boat handling and pilotage skills in preparation for your Yachtmaster Offshore Exam on Day 5 & 6.

We have the ability to tailor a package to your exact needs, whether that would be completing your Day Skipper theory course, 1:1 theory training, completing your additional commercial endorsement courses or something else. Please contact us for information.

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RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate – Prep Course & Exam

An RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate is the ultimate sailing qualification for UK sailors and for many aspiring professional sailors around the world. Whether you want the Yachtmaster Certificate of Competency to be able to charter yachts as skipper anywhere in the world, as proof you have reached the pinnacle of your leisure sailing ambitions, or you need it for a sailing career, you will need to pass the exam. It is nautical equivalent of a driving license, no matter if you are into racing yachts, classic boats, super yachts or motor boats.

If you pass and meet the pre-requisites to convert it into a commercially endorsed MCA/RYA Certificate of Competency, you are legally qualified to skipper a vessel up to 24 metres or up to 200 tonnes.

Why do a Yachtmaster Preparation Course ?

Unlike other courses in the cruising programme, there is no formal training to complete in order to become a Yachtmaster Offshore. Instead, provided that you have sufficient experience and seatime (see pre requisites), you can put yourself forward for an exam to test your skills and knowledge. This exam takes place on an approved yacht with an external RYA examiner testing both your practical skills and your theoretical knowledge over 5-9 hours per candidate, or slightly longer if you are the only candidate being examined.

Our Yachtmaster Prep course has a generous 5 days (more than most schools) and 2 days set aside after the course for those that feel ready to take the exam.

Benchmark for a Successful Exam Pass

If you have not completed a shore based Coastal skipper/Yachtmaster theory course then please check the syllabus to make sure you are confident with your theoretical knowledge (especially Rules of the Road IRPCS) and the practical application of navigational skills. We can now offer you a Long Distance Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore Theory Course, which gives you the option of when, where and for how long, you study.

A RYA Yachtmaster Coastal (formerly Coastal Skipper) should have the knowledge to skipper a yacht on coastal cruises but does not necessarily have the experience needed to undertake longer passages.

A RYA Yachtmaster Offshore should be able to enter any well-charted harbour for the first time, with sufficient depth, by day or night. The only way to gain confidence is by practice, particularly at night when skill is required in picking out navigation lights and buoys against a background of shore lights. (If you have colour blindness please talk to us before booking)

With a course over 7 days, your fully qualified instructor will be able to devote plenty of time to your individual needs with regular debriefings and coaching aimed at helping you to raise your standards.

Fee’s for Yachtmaster Certificate preparation

Voyage fee is for the full 5 days of instruction (or 8 days if you go on to do the exam)

Examination fee payable to the examiner -RYA Yachtmaster offshore Exam is £215 and Yachtmaster Coastal is roughly £185 per person (2019).

Yachtmaster Coastal Pre Exam Requirements

Radio Operators Certificate – for example (restricted) VHF Radio Operators Certificate or a GMDSS Short Range Certification or higher grade marine radio qualification.

Valid First Aid Certificate – First Aid certificates held by police / fire or armed servicesare also acceptable.

Seatime – 800 miles logged within 10 years of the examination. 30 days on board. 2 days as skipper and 12 night hours. (half the qualifying seatime must have been conducted in tidal waters)

Yachtmaster Offshore Pre Exam Requirements

Seatime – 2500 miles. 50 days on board. At least 5 passages over 60 miles and acting as skipper for at least 2 of these passages and including two which have involved overnight passages.

Skipper experience – at least 5 days as skipper. (Half the qualifying seatime must have been conducted in tidal waters)

50 Days seatime & 5 days as skipper – 2500 miles logged – 5 passages over 60 miles -including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper. Qualifying passages must be over 60 miles non stop by the most direct route and involve no change of skipper during the passage.

Bring with you to the exam

RYA logbook or evidence of your sailing experience and qualifying passages

Passport photo
cheque or credit card details for Exam fee payable to the RYA
First Aid Certificate
VHF Radio Operators Certificate
You must be over 18 years of age & qualifying experience gained over the age of 15.
Certification required before the examination:
VHF Radio Operators Certificate – First Aid Certificate

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Yachtmaster Preparation & Exam - One week prep & assessment

This intensive coaching session will help prepare you for the examination which gives you the most respected yachting qualification in the world. You must arrive fully prepared in your sailing ability and with a full knowledge of navigational theory. Practice complex sailing skills with guidance from one of our senior instructors and gain confidence from working under pressure. Our 6 day course means you will receive 4 days full exam preparation/practice time prior to commencement of your exam. Prepare a theoretical passage plan for presentation to your RYA examiner who will independently assess your theory and practical knowledge and skills.

Note: We offer a “ Boat Handling ” combined with advanced sailing skills course in the week preceding this preparation and exam week.

1 week (6 full days sailing)

Pre Course Experience

We will send you a document listing all the disciplines that can be tested by the examiner. For YM Offshore you will be tested on a) MOB under sail & b) Navigation tactics in fog (blind navigation).

Assumed Knowledge

Yachtmaster theory knowledge including IRPCS!!! Ideally you have successfully completed RYA Tidal Coastal Skipper Practical completion certificate - this course teaches you the sailing skills & techniques required to further practice & pass an RYA exam.

Course Content

6 days - 4 days preparation time followed by exam (depending on number of candidates). Drilling and honing the skills. Execute theoretical passage plan (supplied by us!) for presentation to your examiner

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Course content

Below is a list of the disciplines you will practice leading to your RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore or Coastal Yachtmaster Exam with Canary Sail

Passage planning
Man Over Board
Managing yacht and crew
Navigation in poor visibility
Position fixing/finding
Yacht handling
Sailing on/off bouys, berth and anchor

Typical Itinerary for Week

We will meet and welcome you at the San Miguel Marina in Tenerife and settle you onto your yacht. Ideally, you will start preparations and safety brief in the evening in preparation for an early start the following morning. You are then invited to join us for drinks to meet the team, your instructors and fellow students or crew who start their full week courses. You will be made very welcome by the Canary Sail team and we can advise the best restaurants for you to sample!

You will participate in the safety briefing on board, you will be asked to prepare the boat for departure and almost always be taken out for a sailing/MOB session in the wind acceleration zone (WAZ) just off he harbour wall. You will also be given an opportunity to get used to handling your yacht in confined spaces.

Boat handling in and around the marina before making the first passage through the Wind Zone to Marinas and ports in your area.

Plenty of yacht handling and sailing exercises including passage making, pilotage at day and at night, blind navigation, MOB, sailing on/off with the opportunity to work on your passage plan in preparation for presentation to the examiner.

Tuesday evening or Wednesday, your instructor will introduce you to your examiner and leave the yacht. The rest is then up to you – good luck with your exam!

Leave the yacht at 09.00 latest please for your return home or to continue your holiday in Tenerife. Please see our stay page for accommodation .

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This Yachtmaster Exam assessment week is not a course! The Yachtmaster Prep & Exam week offers just 4 days of exam preparation, comprising of intense “Drills & Skills” practice of the sailing a docking exercises. Theory is also tested – not taught! There is no time for teaching new techniques. These should be covered before one arrives – fully prepared for the Exam week.

The prerequisites for this exam week are a total of 2500 sea miles covered under sail in the last 10 years, half of which must be conducted in tidal waters. At Offshore level, 5 x 60NM or longer passages are required, 2 as skipper and 2 overnight. Ideally, some formal sail training using traditional methods of chart navigation is a significant advantage to the candidate. Very sound knowledge of Navigational Theory and Collision Regulations is a must!

This Yachtmaster Exam Prep & Exam is run over a 6-day period. For the prep practice and testing of knowledge, drills and skills, your RYA Instructor has just 4 days with a max of 4 candidates on board to prepare for the remaining 2 days of assessment when your Prep instructor steps off the yacht and is replaced by an independent RYA Examiner.

Whether the candidate is successful or not in passing the exam, one gains great benefit from participation in such an intense training week. On passing the Exam, the resultant Certificate will help reduce yacht insurance premiums, both privately and for Yacht Charter. This certificate is the International “door opener” into the prestigious world of the Super Yacht and Professional Sailing Industry.

Yes, the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal, and in particular Offshore Certificate is widely accepted internationally, both by Yacht Charter Companies and in the pursuit of a Professional Sailing Career.

A theoretical Passage Plan will be presented to each candidate, comprising of Almanac, Charts, Weather Synopsis and all the material necessary to pre-prepare a Passage Plan. For those training in the week(s) leading to this exam week, these will be handed out early. During the exam, passage plans will be presented by each candidate to the examiner. In addition, the examiner will test depth of knowledge of any aspect of navigational theory, and Collision Regulations – e.g. Buoyage, Lights Shapes, Sounds, etc.

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RYA Yachtmaster Coastal & Offshore Exam Preparation Training

At Falmouth School of Sailing, we offer exam preparation courses which help you hone your practical skills to prepare for taking the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal and RYA Yachtmaster Offshore examinations.

At this stage, you will have already completed the qualifying miles needed for each qualification, so the focus of our preparation weeks are to make sure that you are confident and fully prepared in each area of the syllabus. Your instructor will work closely with you and your fellow students to ensure that your individual areas of concern and revision are covered.

Our courses are usually run over five days typically beginning at 17.00 on Sunday, with the examination stage starting on Friday afternoon, and finishing on Saturday.

All of Falmouth School of Sailing’s RYA Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore preparation weeks and exams take place in Falmouth, Cornwall. The range of sheltered cruising waters of the Carrick Roads and the Fal Estuary provide a perfect training and testing area.

Your practical examination will be taken by an independent local RYA examiner who will test you on boat handling, man overboard procedures, passage planning, crew handling, blind pilotage and knowledge of lights and signals amongst other things.

The RYA Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore qualifications will unlock the door to bare-boat charter worldwide, provide an entrance into the yacht industry, if commercially endorsed and give you a wealth of experience as a skipper.

Yachtmaster Coastal Pre-Examination Requirements

Documented minimum sea time completed on a seagoing or sailing motor yacht (as appropriate) in the last 10 years:

30 days at sea on a vessel less than 24m LOA, which may be reduced to 12 days at sea on vessels less that 24m LOA, or substituted with 30 days at sea on yachts under 500gt if an RYA Coastal Skipper Practical course completion certificate or an RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence is held.
Two days as skipper on a vessel less than 24m LOA.
800 miles, which can be reduced to 400 miles on vessels less than 24m LOA or substituted with 800 miles at sea on yachts under 500gt is an RYA Coastal Skipper practical course completion certificate or an RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence is held.
12 night hours.

For information on qualifying passages please visit www.rya.org.uk/training/certificates-of-competence/qualifying-passages

Minimum Exam duration: 6-10 hours for one candidate. 8-14 hours for two candidates.

Minimum Age : 17 at the time of exam.

Yachtmaster Offshore Pre-Examination Requirements

Documented minimum sea time completed on a seagoing sailing or motor yacht (as appropriate) in the last 10 years:

50 days at sea on yachts up to 500gt which may be reduced to 25 days if the candidate already holds an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.
Five days as skipper on vessels less than 24m LOA, which may be reduced to three days if the candidate already holds an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.
2,5000 miles on yachts up to 500gt, which may be reduced to 1,250 miles if the candidate already holds an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.
Five passages over 60 miles long, which must include two overnight passages and two as skipper, which may be reduced to three passages including one overnight and one as a skipper if the candidate already holds an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.

For information on qualifying passages, please visit: www.rya.org.uk/training/certificates-of-competence/qualifying-passages .

Minimum Exam duration: 8-12hours for one candidate. 10-18 hours for two candidates. No more than two candidates can be examined in 24 hours and no more than four candidates can be examined in one two-day session.

Minimum Age : 18 at the time of exam.

For both the levels of examination, candidates will also need:

A passport sized photo
A VHF/DSC certificate
A recognised First Aid certificate
The appropriate exam fee payable to the RYA

Costs & Dates

*Exam fee is not included please see fees below.

Duration: 5 Days plus examination (7 days)

From: Sunday 1700 – Sunday 12:00

RYA Exam Fees:

Yachtmaster Coastal £223

Yachtmaster Offshore £256

2024 Course Dates:

Sunday 7th – Sunday 14th April Sunday 12th – Sunday 19th May Sunday 9th – Sunday 16th June Sunday 4th – Sunday 11th August

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Elite Sailing has long experience and an excellent record of success in preparing candidates for the RYA Yachtmaster examination. We understand the standards required and know how to coach to achieve them. But in the end you have to have the knowledge and skill and demonstrate that on the day. If you are unsure about your readiness for the exam, call us.

We will always give you clear, objective advice on your skills relative to the exam criteria and then work with you to achieve your objectives. For the prep courses we employ only the most experienced Yachtmaster Instructors working under the guidance of a Yachtmaster Examiner.

A preparation course is intended to identify and address any weaknesses and polish skills and performance to achieve a high probability of success at the exam. Candidates must arrive on the course already equipped with the basic knowledge and skill and in reasonably current practice. There is no time to teach professional knowledge or skills from the beginning.

Format Options

Yachtmaster (Sail) – 5 Days Prep and up to 2 days Exam
Yachtmaster (Power) – 4 Days Prep and up to 2 days Exam
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Full details

Full details of syllabus and qualifying experience are provided in your RYA Log Book G158 and described in the detailed pdf on this page.

Minimum Experience requirements

YM Offshore: 2500 miles, 50 days at sea, 5 as skipper and 5 qualifying passages over 60 miles including 2 as skipper and 2 overnight.

YM (Coastal): 800 miles, 30 days at sea, 2 days as skipper.

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Prices and latest dates for 2024 are:

Yachtmaster Prep and Exam (Sail): £915 (7 days)

Dates for 2024 are:

Mon 15th – Sun 21st Apr 2024 (2 Spaces Left)

Mon 10th – Sun 16th Jun 2024 (Fully Booked)

Sat 12th – Fri 18th Oct 2024 (2 Spaces Left)

Prices do not include the RYA Yachtmaster exam fees which are currently (2024):

YM (Coastal): £208 YM (Offshore): £241 Partial Re-exam: £120

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RYA YACHTMASTER PREPARATION

Are seriously involved in sailing
Want to become a valuable crew member
Want to skipper your own yacht in coastal or offshore areas day and night
Want to prepare for the coastal or offshore yachtmaster assessments
Holder of a valid First Aid Certificate
Holder of a SRC VHF (DSC) license
Yachtmaster Coastal - 30 days sea time (2 days as skipper), 800 nm, 12 night hours all on a sailing yacht and Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster offshore theory or equivalent knowledge, alternatively have the Coastal Practical certificate with 20 days sea time (2 days as skipper), 400nm and 12 night hours.
Yachtmaster Offshore - 50 days sea time (5 days as skipper), 2500 nm, 5 passages min 60nm with 2 overnight and 2 as skipper all on a sailing yacht and Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster offshore theory or equivalent knowledge.
5 days, taken over 5 weekdays
18 years (to sit the RYA Yachtmaster™ Certificate of Competence exam)
To brush up on your acquired skills and go through what you can expect from the exam.
For Yachtmaster Coastal you will be aiming to demonstrate an understanding of the syllabus but not necessarily had the opportunity to put the skills into practice under different conditions.
For the Yachtmaster Offshore you will be aiming to show competence in all areas of the syllabus.
Boat Handling
General seamanship and maintenance
Responsibilities as skipper
Meteorology
Ready for your RYA Yachtmaster™ Certificate of Competence exam.
Full board whilst onboard the yacht
Safety equipment, i.e. lifejacket and safety line
Cooking gas
Fuel, although hopefully you will be doing more sailing than motoring
Mooring and marina fees
Secure marina parking

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RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Prep + MCA/RYA 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.

EXAM PREPARATION

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.

0900 Monday until the completion of all the exams which will be no later than 1500 on Sunday. Click here for an example schedule of how you will spend the week.

What's Included:

All food except the evening of joining, wet weather gear and accommodation onboard. Mooring fees are an extra and we suggest that you budget approximately £30 for this course. For details of what you should bring please refer to the FAQ's section .

Support Courses:

RYA Sea Survival
RYA/ISAF Offshore Safety
RYA First Aid
PPR Course .

Supporting Books:

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Next Step:

RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory Course

Duration: 7 days (Monday to Sunday), 5 day preparation and 2 day exam weekend.

Previous Experience Required: Minimum 50 days aboard, 5 days as skipper, 2500 miles logged, 5 passages of over 60 miles including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper (Half the qualifying sea time must have been conducted in tidal waters). VHF radio operators certificate and a valid first aid certificate. Current theory knowledge to RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster theory.

Click here to view full course syllabus.

Cost: 7 Days £895 + Exam Fee (£241)

Yachtmaster Exam Preparation

The boat school 5-day yactmaster preparation course (sail) is an intensive course to hone your practical skills before you take the the rya yachtmaster coastal or offshore exam. depending on your skill level and experience, you can elect to take the yachtmaster exam at the coastal or offshore level., quick facts, read the requirements carefully, 5-day intensive practical course, optional 2-day theory refresher, taught by our chief instructor · sail, allow 9 days for the course & exam.

The details

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Requirements

Depending on your skill level and experience, you can elect to take the Yachtmaster exam at the Coastal or Offshore level. The preparation is exactly the same; however, the requirements are different (see the tab “requirements”) and the examiner will be looking for a higher level of ability at the Offshore level. You can choose which level to apply for anytime before the actual exam date and, if you’re uncertain, your instructor can help you decide during the course.

Although the Yachtmaster exam is essentially practical, candidates are expected to demonstrate a sound knowledge of navigation (including tidal streams and heights), weather and forecasts, collision avoidance, pilotage and passage planning. For this reason, at The Boat School, we always run a 2-day theory refresher immediately before the 5-day practical course. You can opt out of this refresher, but we highly recommend doing the course even if you think your theory is up to scratch!

We will book your RYA Yachtmaster exam for dates immediately following the Prep course. In most cases, the exam will last two full days. In arranging travel, you should therefore plan to spend 7 full days with us, or 9 full days if you elect to do the theory refresher.

The Boat School course to obtain the RYA Coastal Skipper (Sail) certificate is taught in small groups with a maximum of four Yachtmaster candidates.

Is this course for me?

You can choose to complete the course either as part of an open group or you can rent a boat for the day and complete the course with family and friends.

Open groups With an open group booking, you book a place on a course and we’ll admit up to a maximum of four students onto that same course. This is the most economical option; however, it’s also the least flexible option if your availability is limited. The price of a seat on an open course includes fuel and mooring fees away from our base.

We schedule courses in accordance with the availability of students interested in the course. Please contact us for details of the next course.

Rental & course pack With this option, you charter a sailing yacht and we provide the instructor and teaching materials. This option gives you maximum flexibility in terms of dates and the option to choose the boat on which you’ll be learning (subject to availability). As with any charter, you’re responsible for paying the fuel for the boat as well as mooring fees away from our home port.

Rental with tuition: please ask us for a personalised quotation

Own boat tuition If you already own a yacht, or if you have a friend who owns a sailboat, we’re more than happy to run this course on your own boat. This option is significantly cheaper than open groups and charters; however, you do need to make sure that your boat is up to the standard required by the RYA for training.

What’s included? Your RYA Yachtmaster Prep course with The Boat School includes:

Use of a coded sailboat during the course and exam
Use of light-weight inflatable life jackets
Cold water on the boat
Fuel and mooring fees (open groups only)

This course includes accommodation aboard for the complete duration of the course; however, we cannot guarantee that you will have your own cabin (this depends on the type of yacht used for your course). We do guarantee:

Couples (or friends) will have their own cabin
Female participants will only share a cabin with other female students
Please contact us if you have any questions about accommodation

What’s not included? RYA examiners fee and travel expenses.

The exam can require you to demonstrate knowledge and competence across a very wide ranging syllabus (see Logbook G158 pages 74-76.) so the Yachtmaster preparation programme will be demanding and hard work. You can expect to be working long days and into the evening. During the Yachtmaster Prep course your instructor will frequently update you on your progress and ability and recommend which exam you should aim for – Coastal or Offshore. Below is a list of the prerequisites you need before you can take the exam together with the documentary evidence you will need to present. This documentary evidence will be reviewed by the examiner at the start of exam. If it is not complete, the exam cannot continue. To be absolutely clear, you will not be permitted to take the exam if any of the following does not meet the required standard. However, you will still be charged for the use of the vessel, and may also be liable to cover the costs of the examiner’s time and travel.

All the information below is also available in the RYA Yachtmaster Scheme Syllabus and Logbook, (G158) available from the RYA (www.rya.org.uk).

Coastal Yachtmaster Exam

Minimum 17 years old
A valid radio operator’s licence (SRC -or equivalent- or higher)
A valid current First Aid Certificate (see RYA website for acceptable certificates)
Minimum of 800 sea miles logged within the last 10 years (half the miles logged MUST HAVE BEEN in tidal waters)
50% of sea time must be in vessels of 7-24m LOA
30 days at sea (20 days if you have completed the RYA Coastal Skipper certificate)
2 days as skipper
12 night hours

Offshore Yachtmaster Exam

Minimum 18 years old
Minimum of 2500 sea miles logged within the last 10 years, of which at least 1,250 MUST HAVE BEEN in tidal waters.
50 days living on board
5 days as skipper
5 passages of over 60 miles . Of these you must have been skipper for a minimum of 2 passages.
A minimum of 2 qualifying passages must have been overnight.
Qualifying passages must have been in vessels of 7-24m LOA

Find out more about the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Exam

Book your yachtmaster preparation course, book a place in an open group, rental with course pack or own boat tuition.

The option of chartering one of our sailing yachts or running the course on your own boat gives you maximum flexibility whether you’re looking for a small group (up to 5 students) or you want one-to-one training. You can choose between:

Yachtmaster Preparation

Coastal & Offshore

Ready to book? Got any questions?

Or give us a call on:

Call an RYA Boat School instructor on: 639202297

We'd be delighted to talk you through different course options and send you a personalised proposal if you need a package of courses.

The Boat School

Recognized by the Royal Yachting Association to conduct Powerboat Training, Sail Cruising courses in the Yachtmaster (sail) scheme and Shorebased (theory) courses.

Recognized by the Spanish Directorate General for Merchant Shipping, the Comunidad Valenciana and the Region of Murcia to conduct sail, motor, powerboat and VHF training.

Recoggnised by the Spanish Merchant Marine service

Operational Base Denia

Marina de Dénia (Sail courses) Darsena de babor s/n 03700 · Denía Alicante · Spain Click to call

Marina El Portet (Powerboat courses) Moll de la pansa, s/n 3700 · Dénia Alicante · Spain Click to call

Classrooms & pick up for certificates Carrer de Fora Mur, 12 03700 · Dénia Alicante · Spain Click to call

Madrid Office

Greenwich Náutica C/ Marqués de Lema 7, Local 6 28003 · Madrid Spain Click to call

Professional Yachtmaster Offshore

Advance your maritime career.

UKSA’s Professional Yachtmaster Offshore qualification is a bespoke, ALL-INCLUSIVE, comprehensive training package that will provide you with the skills you need to start your career in the maritime industry.

Our yachting career students will tell you that we provide unbeatable course content, training and facilities. You will also enjoy modern shorebased accommodation and freshly prepared daily meals while you are training with us.

About the Professional Yachtmaster course

This unique, premium qualification has been developed by Richard Baggett , one of the world’s top yachting instructors, and his highly experienced team at UKSA. The course is constantly monitored and adapted to ensure it remains relevant and always covers the current requirements for you to start working in the industry straight away. UKSA’s highly regarded Yachtmaster opens up the most opportunities for employment within the maritime sector. These opportunities include, but are not limited to, working on superyachts, flotilla, tug boats, and employment in the Merchant Navy.

16 weeks training
70 days afloat
2,500 tidal miles covered
Navigation training
Radar training
Basic engineering and safety training
Careers guidance from our professional team
Networking within the industry

Train at UKSA and experience our unbeatable value, world-class tuition and invaluable industry support and insight.

Please note: On occasion your sea phases may involve travelling outside of the UK. Therefore, to avoid restricting sailings we highly recommend that all Professional Yachtmaster Offshore students/Cadets are vaccinated against Covid-19 with the current maximum number of doses.

Please note this is not mandatory in order to complete the course but a recommendation.

Why train with UKSA?

When you train at UKSA you experience our world-class tuition and over 35 years of maritime industry insight. Also included in your course fee :

Accommodation in our new Sea.Change building when shorebased for the duration of your course *
Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner provided each day
Purpose built classrooms and navigational training simulators all on one site
One-to-one mentoring throughout the course from your instructors
Dedicated careers course manager
Career support both during and after your time at UKSA
Networking on site throughout your time at UKSA
Use of our swimming pool
Access to our fully equipped gym

* subject to availability, we reserve the right to provide alternative accommodation on site

Qualifications gained

RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore (Sail) or RYA Yachtmaster Coastal (Sail)
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased
RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Shorebased
Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
Elementary First Aid
Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
MCA Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
RYA Short Range Radio
RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance
RYA Powerboat Level 2
RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities

Commercial Endorsement

To work professionally within the maritime industry, you must be commercially endorsed. To commercially endorse your RYA Yachtmaster Certification at the end of your training, you will need to complete the RYA application for Commercial Endorsement Form, but you will gain all qualifications needed to commercially endorse your ticket during training.

Entry requirements

You must have an ENG1 seafarer medical fitness certificate to work at sea (click here for more details) and to enable you to apply for your RYA Commercial Endorsement (click here for more details). We recommend all students secure this before attending a course.

There are no other pre-requisites necessary to start the course. All that we ask is that you have enough sailing experience to know that you want a life at sea. If you don’t have any previous experience, we recommend you talk to our course advisors on +44 (0)1983 203038 or [email protected]

Funding available

We are here to support you

UKSA is committed to making training and qualifications accessible to those who have the desire to succeed in a yachting or watersports career. Funding could be available for this Yachtmaster course. To see a full list of all of our funding options visit our funding opportunities page or call us to talk about your options with our experienced course advisers on +44 (0)1983 203038 .

Frequently asked questions

How to get a commercial skipper’s license

The recommended route to obtaining a commercial skippers license is to do two training courses which consist of the Day Skipper Shorebased course and the Day Skipper Practical course. These are both included in the Professional Yachtmaster offshore course. The first covers the theory and knowledge-based training, such as meteorology, navigation, pilotage techniques and collision regulations; the second is putting this theory into practice in addition to developing the practical skippering skills of crew management, boat handling, practical pilotage and passage making.

What is a Yachtmaster?

A Yachtmaster is a person with a wealth of maritime knowledge who can cope with plain sailing and motor cruising and is also able to cope in demanding situations. Our Yachtmaster offshore qualification is recognised and respected all around the world and is the ultimate aim of many skippers, both professional and recreational.

Who are the RYA?

The RYA (Royal Yachting Association) are the national body for dinghy, yacht and motor cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sports boats, windsurfing and personal watercraft and a leading representative for inland waterways cruising.

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RYA Yachtmaster Preparation

The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence is one of the most useful and credible of all yachting qualifications. It thoroughly tests your ability as a skipper, and can therefore appear daunting to potential candidates. Our RYA Yachtmaster Preparation course aims to refine your existing skills and abilities as a skipper and sailor. We will assess and work on skippering and navigational techniques, close quarter sailing skills, man overboard recovery, pilotage, passage planning and much more. At the start of the week the instructor will assess your abilities, strengths and weaknesses, through coaching and practise during the five days these areas will be strenghtened. You will be debriefed on a daily basis and through discussion any areas which require improvement will be the focus. With practice and thorough preparation, you should be able to relax sufficiently to let your skills shine through any exam nerves.

Our preparation course takes place over 5 days with FREE use of the yacht at the end of the course for the exam, (this could be up to 2 days for 3 candidates). There will be a maximum of 3 students ensuring you get sufficient expert instruction and practise time. All of our courses are all inclusive ( NO HIDDEN EXTRA COSTS ), see below for details. Whilst we will do our very utmost to prepare you we want you to have the best chance of achieving your Yachtmaster ticket and with that in mind we recommend that you read the pre-course requirements and skills below.

Course Information

What's Included
Topics Covered
Pre-course Requirements
Pre-course Skills
5 days Top Notch Tuition!!
Accommodation on board
All food on board - three meals a day plus snacks and refreshments
Home baked tray bake (when Lou is able!)
All mooring fees and marina costs
Use of waterproof clothing
Use of personal safety equipment
Any incurred fuel costs
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
Pilotage in good and restricted visibilty
Passage planning plus passage making considerations
General seamanship, including maintenance
Responsibilities of the Skipper

The course will start and end at Gosport Marina - PO12 1AH

We typically visit some of these ports and harbours

Southampton
800 logged miles (reduced to 400 if you already hold the Coastal Skipper Certificate)
30 days sea time
2 days as Skipper
2,500 logged miles
50 days sea time
5 days as Skipper
5 passages of over 60 miles including 2 overnight and 2 as Skipper
Execute MOB under sail
Pick up a mooring buoy under sail in various conditions of wind and tide
Leave a mooring buoy under sail in various conditions of wind and tide
Drop the anchor under sail in various conditions of wind and tide
Weigh the anchor under sail in various conditions of wind and tide
Reef sails under sail
Handle a boat in confined areas under sail and power

How do I Book?

Check out the available course dates and then contact us or book online. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Lou or Jim for more information.

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A great sailing weekend with Nomad with bespoke training tailored around our specific requests. Very approachable, great fun, and super-flexible to adapt around what we wanted and the prevailing weather conditions. I've also done various RYA courses with Nomad which have all been great - THE place to go for Day Skipper, Comp Crew, Yachtmaster training whether on the water or in the classroom

Jim and Lou Barden are fantastic instructors. I've now done competent crew and Day skipper with them as well as some other sailing. They factor in diets, nice marinas, tailored training, and social activities (pubs in the evening!). I wouldn't go anywhere else for my Yachtmaster training.

I recently completed my coastal skipper theory with Jim from Nomad, in a well structured course conveniently located in central London. I've subsequently been out in the Solent with them, benefitting from fantastic downwind sail training by Lou. Yachtmaster arranged with them for next year, they were really flexible in our planning for this.

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The instructor will tailor the course to your needs but our experience usually leads us to emphasize the following subjects: Passage Planning, Skippering Techniques, Man-overboard Recovery, Meteorology, Close Quarters Handling and Pilotage in Restricted Visibility.You are strongly advised to arrive for the course already having a thorough knowledge of the Collision Regulations, particularly in relation to lights, shapes and signals. The successful Yachtmaster Offshore candidate is an experienced yachtsman who has a theoretical knowledge to the level of the RYA Yachtmaster shore based course and will be able to skipper a cruising yacht on passages up to 150 miles from port. The RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competency is acknowledged throughout the World as the top sailing qualification.

Yachtmaster Pre Course Requirements

Before attempting the RYA / MCA Yachtmaster Offshore exam, you should have the following minimum experience;

50 days onboard sailing yachts over 24 feet

2,500 nautical miles (half of these should be in tidal waters)

5 non-stop passages over 60 miles - you should have skippered at least two of these and two should have been overnight

5 days of skippering

Theoretical knowledge and certificates

You should possess a theoretical knowledge to the level of the RYA Yachtmaster shore based course and hold an in date First Aid certificate (valid for three years from date of issue) and hold a VHF licence or Short Range Certificate - SRC

Exam preparation teaching ratio on board 4:1

Minimum age: 18

Not included in the course fee: Although accommodation is provided onboard, the mooring fees are split between the students. Wet weather jackets & salopettes are available to hire for £7.50 per day. A selection of accompanying course books & logbooks are available to purchase.

The RYA exam fee is not included and is payable prior to the exam, via the RYA online payment scheme. The exam fee is currently £241.00.

Students should allow for one evening meal ashore on a five day course. All other catering including three evening meals are provided onboard.

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Yachtmaster Preparation Course

All RYA offshore sailing courses are run through Allabroad, Gibraltar; Menorca Cruising, Menorca; Aistrac, Gran Canaria; Club Yachting, Tenerife

Course Content Overview

The following are the important areas; passage planning, man overboard recovery, close quarters handling, skippering techniques, navigation in restricted visibility, pilotage, and knowledge of the International Collision Regulations.

To assess the students ability and to fully prepare for the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Examinations. The training can be tailor made to your specific needs & will help fill in any gaps in your knowledge or skills that may become apparent.

To attain the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore candidates must pass a practical examination of their skippering ability.

Early in the course we will assess your strengths & weaknesses and coach you in the areas required to pass the examination. We will debrief you fully as the week progresses and ensure that you get time to work on those weaker areas.

Pre-Course Requirements & Suitability

50 days aboard, 5 days as skipper, 2500 miles logged, 5 passages of over 60 miles including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper (Half the qualifying seatime must have been conducted in tidal waters).

VHF radio operators certificate and a valid First Aid Certificate.

Navigation theory to RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster theory level and a thorough knowledge of the Collision Regulations.

Minimum age: None.

Locations: All RYA offshore sailing courses are run through Team Sailing, Solent; Allabroad, Gibraltar; Menorca Cruising, Menorca; Aistrac, Gran Canaria; Club Yachting, Tenerife.

Duration: To suit personal requirements.

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Sail in a warm climate to 2 continents, 3 countries, all in 5 days! A fantastic learning environment with tides, shipping & good winds in an international setting of Gibraltar, Spain & Africa. Learn the customs & immigration procedures for entering foreign ports. Cheap flights available from UK. All courses & charters run in conjunction with Allabroad Yachting, Gibraltar.

Canary Islands

Enjoy a circumnavigation of Tenerife or Gran Canaria, or sailing between the islands on slightly longer passages. With all year round weather a great opportunity to gain some mile building experience & sample some of the smaller islands such as La Gomera etc. Tenerife & Gran Canaria bases available in conjunction with Club Yachting & Aistrac.

A summer destination ideal for holiday charters & RYA practical courses. Richard Howell has been Chief Instructor at Menorca Cruising & has intimate knowledge of the island. Enjoy 5 or 7 day voyages in the sunshine, also an ideal base for extended cruising around the Balearic Islands of Majorca, Ibiza, & Formentera.

The sailing mecca of the UK & an ideal learning environment closer to home. With Portsmouth, Southampton, Cowes, Yarmouth, Chichester all close to hand & Poole & Weymouth both within a day sail, it is an ideal area to undergo training. Also our starting point for Cross Channel cruises to France & the Channel Islands.

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Richard, I passed the Yachtmaster Exam mainly due to your exceptionally patient tuition. Thanks very much once again for all your expert advice.

Congratulations on your very didactic online course. would it be possible to continue with another six months for the coastal theory, recommended reading for the rya yachtmaster preparation course.

Reed's Skippers Handbook

RYA Yachtmaster Handbook (G70)

RYA International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea - 2nd Edition

It is therefore a vital aspect of seamanship, as every person taking to the seas must be confident that they will know what to do in these situations.

A Seaman's Guide to the Rule of the Road (ZS09)

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Yachtmaster Preparation Course

Yachtmaster Preparation Courses and Exams

Cost – £950 max 3 students

Duration – 4 Days prep, then 1-2 days exam phase

We run preperation for Yachtmaster Exams over a 6 day period with the exam on the last day. The course will prepare you for the exam and is aimed at brushing up existing sailing skills. We will arrange an examiner for you and you will be able to use our training yacht during the exam. You can invite your own crew to help out or call on the help of others on your course. (exam fees are paid directly to the examiner by the student)

Yachtmaster Coastal

Previous experience required: 30 days sea time (2 as skipper) 800 miles, 12 night sailing hours. This reduces to 20 days and 400 miles if you hold a RYA Coastal Skipper course completion certificate. VHF radio operators licence and a recognised first aid certificate.

This is aimed at more experienced skippers and is a natural progression from the Coastal Skipper Course. During the first couple of days your instructor will asses your existing skills and give you an honest appraisal of your likely performance during the exam. Over the following days your sailing instruction will be tailored to cover any areas of weakness that have been highlighted. You will take charge of the yacht in various situations and become familiar with close quarter manoeuvres both under sail and power. You will practice dealing with emergency situations, navigating in restricted visibility, pilotage plans and skippering techniques.

After 5 days your instructor will give you a thorough debriefing and you should feel confident in your ability to take the exam should you feel ready to do so.

Yachtmaster Offshore

Previous experience required – 50 days sea time, 2500 miles, including 5 passages over 60 miles (2 as skipper) and including 2 of which have been over night passages. VHF radio operators licence and a recognised first aid certificate.

To attain the Yachtmaster Offshore certificate of competence candidates must pass a practical examination of the skippering ability. A Yachtmaster is capable of skippering a yacht on longer offshore passages, they are more experienced than Coastal Skippers and can carry out the same things more smoothly and can perform at a high level in arduous conditions.

The 5 days prior to the exam is run along the same lines as the Coastal Skipper preparation. Your instructor will asses your skills and address any areas over weakness. A high level of boat handling under various conditions of wind and tide is required. Navigation skills should be at the level of Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper theory and a thorough knowledge of collision regulations is expected. Your instructor will tailor the course to suit your individual needs in order to prepare you for when the examiner steps on board.

During the exam you will be asked to skipper the yacht during a passage and carry out various demonstrations of your skippering and sailing ability.

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MOU Gymnasium No. 21 Elektrostal

Description of MOU Gymnasium No. 21 Elektrostal

Location: Elektrostal, Russia
Students age: from 7 to 18 years old
School uniform
Full-time education
Stages of education: primary, basic and secondary.

Gymnasium No. 21 is located in the town of Elektrostal, Moscow Region. The beginning of the history of this educational institution is considered 1971 - then a secondary school was opened in the building of the gymnasium. Since 2014, gymnasium No. 21 has been included in the list of the best schools in the Moscow Region, has the title of "Smart School", and is the winner of many competitions in the field of education.

Programs and prices, tuition fees in MOU Gymnasium No. 21 Elektrostal

Primary general education (7 - 10 years): study of basic subjects, versatile personality education. In free time, the program includes excursions, festivals and project activities.

Basic general education (11 - 16 years old): a program consisting of basic subjects and preparation for passing the OGE. The program includes the study of two foreign languages - English and German.

Secondary general education (16 - 18 years old): a program includes basic subjects (as an additional one - astronomy) and in-depth study of the disciplines selected for passing the exam.

Grades 10 in the gymnasium are divided into profiles of in-depth study of subjects:

Socio-economic - learning English, mathematics and economics
Social and humanitarian - English and Russian languages, social studies.

Accommodation, meals, prices

The gymnasium organizes paid and reduced-price meals.

Reduced price meals (lunch) are received by:

Students with disabilities
Students who are under guardianship and not receiving benefits from the guardianship authorities
Disabled children
Pupils from large families
Students with tuberculous intoxication
Students receiving survivor's pension
Students with diseases of the digestive organs (Hirschsprung's disease, gastric and duodenal ulcers, cholelithiasis, chronic hepatitis, Crohn's disease), chronic kidney diseases (glomerulonephritis, pyelonephritis), blood diseases and disorders caused by chemical prophylaxis, respiratory diseases (bronchial asthma), diseases of the endocrine system (diabetes mellitus)
Students from low-income families
Students from disadvantaged families
Children in difficult life situations
Children of participants in the liquidation of the consequences of the accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.

Reduced meals (breakfast) are received by:

Students in grades 1-4
Students from large families
Students receiving a survivor's pension.

To obtain the right to receive preferential meals from the parents / legal representatives of the child, you will need to provide an application completed in the name of the director and documents confirming belonging to one of the categories.

Activities MOU Gymnasium No. 21 Elektrostal

Circles and sections of gymnasium number 21:.

General physical preparation
Librarianship.

High school students also participate in:

Subject Olympiads, including the All-Russian Olympiad for schoolchildren
Career guidance before leaving school
Delivery of TRP standards
Sports and creative activities.
Qualified teachers (holders of the title "Honored Teacher of the Russian Federation", medals and certificates of honor)
Additional education in various fields
Participation in olympiads and competitions
Career guidance for applicants to universities and colleges.

Facilities and equipment at MOU Gymnasium No. 21 Elektrostal

Studying takes place in a four-story building built in 1970. The school is equipped with:

Classrooms equipped with everything you need to learn
Assembly, choreographic and sports halls
Dining room
Medical office
Library with reading room
Utility and technical rooms
Sports ground on site.

The entrance is equipped with equipment for visiting the school by persons with disabilities.

Admission dates and extra charges

The academic year begins on September 1, and is divided into quarters.

Holidays between quarters:

October 30-November 8
December 28-January 8
February 22-28 (only for 1 grade)
March 26-April 2
May 26/29 - August 31 (depending on the class).

Gymnasium №21 teaches on a five-day basis - from Monday to Friday. Lesson time:

For 1, 4, 5, 7, 8a, 11 classes - 8: 30-15: 45 (max. 8 lessons)
For grades 2, 3, 6, 8b, 9, 10 - 8: 15-15: 30 (max. 8 lessons).

Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol

To enroll in the gymnasium you will need to provide:

Completed application in electronic or written form
Parent's / legal representative's passport
Child's birth certificate
Certificate of registration of the child at the place of residence or at the place of stay in the assigned territory
The conclusion and recommendations of the psychological, medical and pedagogical commission and the consent of parents / legal representatives to study according to the adaptive basic general education program (for children with disabilities).

Upon admission to grade 10, additional documents + profile testing may be required.

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