RYA Radar Course – £130
Master Marine Radar for Safer Navigation
The RYA Radar course is an essential one-day training programme for anyone operating a radar-equipped boat. Delivered by expert instructors at Nautical Training, this course teaches you how to use marine radar effectively for navigation and collision avoidance — especially in poor visibility or busy waters.
Whether you’re a recreational skipper or working toward commercial qualifications such as RYA Yachtmaster or Advanced Powerboat CoC, learning to use radar correctly could make all the difference on the water.
Who Should Take This Course?
The RYA Radar course is ideal for:
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Yacht and motorboat skippers
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Crew members wanting practical radar knowledge
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Students working toward RYA Day Skipper, Yachtmaster or Advanced Powerboat CoC
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Anyone navigating in fog, at night, or offshore
No prior radar experience is required, but familiarity with basic navigation principles (e.g. from Day Skipper Theory) is recommended.
What You’ll Learn
This hands-on classroom course covers the following topics:
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Radar theory: how it works and what it’s used for
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Radar components and system setup
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Tuning and operating the radar set
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Interpreting radar displays and echoes
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Collision avoidance using radar and the COLREGs
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Radar navigation and pilotage
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Manual and electronic radar plotting
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Limitations, errors, and common pitfalls
You’ll use modern radar simulators during the course to practise interpreting real-world scenarios in a safe learning environment.
Course Information
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Duration: 1 day (typically 09:00 – 17:00)
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Price: £130 per person
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Location: Newark, Notts or Grimsby, Lincs
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Certificate: RYA Radar Certificate awarded upon completion
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Group Size: Small class sizes for quality instruction
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Requirements: No prerequisites, but navigation knowledge is helpful
Why Train With Us?
At our RYA-recognised nautical training centre, you’ll benefit from:
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Qualified, experienced instructors
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Industry-standard radar simulation tools
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A comfortable, professional training environment
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Flexible dates and responsive customer support
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Competitive pricing at just £130 per person
Upcoming Course Dates
We run RYA Radar courses regularly throughout the year.
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Early booking is recommended due to limited spaces. For group bookings or private training options, please contact us.
Related Courses
To further your boating knowledge, consider pairing this course with:
These courses provide valuable knowledge for any skipper or crew member working toward confidence and safety at sea.
Find Us
At Nautical Training we can run thid course at either Newark or Grimsby. Free parking and facilities are available on-site.
Book Your Spot Today
Secure your place on the RYA Radar course and take your navigation skills to the next level.
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