RYA Day Skipper Practical in Solent

Find a practical sailing course joining in Southampton, Hamble or Gosport. Compare five-day and split-weekend formats, onboard accommodation, meals and the extras that change your total.

Training: 5 days or a complete split-weekend course
Experience: 5 days, 100 miles and 4 night hours aboard
Preparation: Basic sailing and Day Skipper theory knowledge

174

upcoming dates

providers with dates

£799–£1,157

Published GBP prices on this page

174 upcoming dates in Solent

Date	Provider	Location	Price	Availability
13 Nov 2027 5 training days · split dates 13/14 & 20/21/22 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple)	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · split dates · ends 22 Nov 2027 Attendance 13/14 & 20/21/22 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple) Boat on this departure 32ft yacht Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,157.00 32ft yacht	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 13 Nov 2027 ↗
15 Nov 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 19 Nov 2027 Attendance 15-19 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple) Boat on this departure 32ft yacht Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,047.00 32ft yacht	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 15 Nov 2027 ↗
17 Nov 2027	Commodore Yachting Details Provider’s course name RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 17/11/27 Price basis Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply Group size Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students Published boat details 37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths Accommodation Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement Meals Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included Extras to budget for One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Gosport	£799.00 Lowest shown course fee (GBP)	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 17 Nov 2027 ↗
17 Nov 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 21 Nov 2027 Attendance 17-21 November Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,157.00	3 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 17 Nov 2027 ↗
22 Nov 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 26 Nov 2027 Attendance 22-26 November Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,047.00	3 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 22 Nov 2027 ↗
24 Nov 2027	Commodore Yachting Details Provider’s course name RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 24/11/27 Price basis Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply Group size Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students Published boat details 37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths Accommodation Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement Meals Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included Extras to budget for One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Gosport	£799.00 Lowest shown course fee (GBP)	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 24 Nov 2027 ↗
24 Nov 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 28 Nov 2027 Attendance 24-28 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple) Boat on this departure 32ft yacht Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,157.00 32ft yacht	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 24 Nov 2027 ↗
27 Nov 2027 5 training days · split dates 27/28/29 November & 11/12 December	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · split dates · ends 5 Dec 2027 Attendance 27/28/29 November & 11/12 December Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,157.00	6 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 27 Nov 2027 ↗
1 Dec 2027	Commodore Yachting Details Provider’s course name RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 01/12/27 Price basis Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply Group size Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students Published boat details 37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths Accommodation Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement Meals Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included Extras to budget for One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Gosport	£799.00 Lowest shown course fee (GBP)	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 1 Dec 2027 ↗
1 Dec 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 5 Dec 2027 Attendance 1-5 December Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,157.00	6 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 1 Dec 2027 ↗
6 Dec 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 10 Dec 2027 Attendance 6-10 December Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,047.00	3 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 6 Dec 2027 ↗
8 Dec 2027	Commodore Yachting Details Provider’s course name RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 08/12/27 Price basis Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply Group size Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students Published boat details 37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths Accommodation Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement Meals Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included Extras to budget for One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Gosport	£799.00 Lowest shown course fee (GBP)	Available	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 8 Dec 2027 ↗
13 Dec 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 17 Dec 2027 Attendance 13-17 December Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,047.00	3 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 13 Dec 2027 ↗
20 Dec 2027 5 training days	First Class Sailing Details Provider’s course name RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Duration & dates 5 training days · ends 24 Dec 2027 Attendance 20-24 December Price basis Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades Group size 2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys Accommodation Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin Meals Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening Extras to budget for Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra. General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗	Southampton	£1,047.00	3 places left	Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 20 Dec 2027 ↗

First Class Sailing
13 Nov 2027· 5 training days · split dates
13/14 & 20/21/22 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple)
Southampton
32ft yacht
£1,157.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · split dates · ends 22 Nov 2027
Attendance
13/14 & 20/21/22 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple)
Boat on this departure
32ft yacht
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 13 Nov 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
15 Nov 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
32ft yacht
£1,047.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 19 Nov 2027
Attendance
15-19 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple)
Boat on this departure
32ft yacht
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 15 Nov 2027 ↗
Commodore Yachting
17 Nov 2027
Gosport
Lowest shown course fee (GBP)
£799.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 17/11/27
Price basis
Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply
Group size
Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students
Published boat details
37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths
Accommodation
Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included
Extras to budget for
One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 17 Nov 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
17 Nov 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
£1,157.00
3 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 21 Nov 2027
Attendance
17-21 November
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 17 Nov 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
22 Nov 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
£1,047.00
3 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 26 Nov 2027
Attendance
22-26 November
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 22 Nov 2027 ↗
Commodore Yachting
24 Nov 2027
Gosport
Lowest shown course fee (GBP)
£799.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 24/11/27
Price basis
Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply
Group size
Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students
Published boat details
37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths
Accommodation
Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included
Extras to budget for
One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 24 Nov 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
24 Nov 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
32ft yacht
£1,157.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 28 Nov 2027
Attendance
24-28 November (32ft yacht - great for a couple)
Boat on this departure
32ft yacht
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 24 Nov 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
27 Nov 2027· 5 training days · split dates
27/28/29 November & 11/12 December
Southampton
£1,157.00
6 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · split dates · ends 5 Dec 2027
Attendance
27/28/29 November & 11/12 December
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 27 Nov 2027 ↗
Commodore Yachting
1 Dec 2027
Gosport
Lowest shown course fee (GBP)
£799.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 01/12/27
Price basis
Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply
Group size
Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students
Published boat details
37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths
Accommodation
Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included
Extras to budget for
One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 1 Dec 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
1 Dec 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
£1,157.00
6 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 5 Dec 2027
Attendance
1-5 December
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 1 Dec 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
6 Dec 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
£1,047.00
3 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 10 Dec 2027
Attendance
6-10 December
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 6 Dec 2027 ↗
Commodore Yachting
8 Dec 2027
Gosport
Lowest shown course fee (GBP)
£799.00
Available
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper – 08/12/27
Price basis
Published course place; cabin supplements and other extras may apply
Group size
Published mixed group of 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students
Published boat details
37ft Bavaria; three double cabins and saloon berths
Accommodation
Shared cabin/bed-space fare; optional single supplement
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and three evening meals included
Extras to budget for
One evening meal ashore extra; optional single supplement. Moorings at other Premier marinas included.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with Commodore Yachting, 8 Dec 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
13 Dec 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
£1,047.00
3 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 17 Dec 2027
Attendance
13-17 December
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 13 Dec 2027 ↗
First Class Sailing
20 Dec 2027· 5 training days
Southampton
£1,047.00
3 places left
Details
Provider’s course name
RYA Day Skipper Practical Course
Duration & dates
5 training days · ends 24 Dec 2027
Attendance
20-24 December
Price basis
Single-berth course fee; confirm ratio, moorings and optional upgrades
Group size
2:1 to 5:1 options; confirm which ratio the fare buys
Accommodation
Own sleeping space aboard; cabin or saloon, not necessarily a private cabin
Meals
Onboard meals included except supper on joining evening
Extras to budget for
Mooring fees extra: provider estimates about £40 per person for five days. Joining supper extra.
General provider terms, checked 12 October 2026; confirm for this date. Provider source ↗
Check & book Day Skipper Practical with First Class Sailing, 20 Dec 2027 ↗

Solent schools: prices & inclusions

Published fees across the matching dates. School inclusions reviewed 12 October 2026.

Commodore Yachting

Premier Gosport Marina, Gosport

£779.00–£939.00 per person

66 dates · Next 4 Nov 2026

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Format: Five-day practical sailing course
Group: Published mixed crew: 4–5 Day Skipper and Competent Crew students
Boat: 37ft Bavaria; three double cabins plus saloon berths
Included: Onboard accommodation, course materials and certificates, fuel, wet-weather kit and life jacket
Meals: Breakfasts, lunches, snacks and three evening meals included; one evening meal ashore at your cost

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First Class Sailing

Shamrock Quay, Southampton

£837.00–£1,257.00 per person

105 dates · Next 4 Nov 2026

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