RYA First Aid
The RYA First Aid 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. This course is MCA approved and satisfies the requirements for RYA Dinghy Instructor, Coastal Skipper, Yachtmaster, Advanced Powerboat, certificates of competence and some commercial work afloat..
Boating specific elements covered by this course include recovery position in a confined space, CPR, including the drowning protocol, cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure, head injury, wounds and bleeding, seasickness and dehydration, medical assistance or advice by VHF, preparation for evacuation.
Entry Requirements: None
Minimum Age: 12
Cost: £80 (members), £110 (non-members)
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Last updated 10:41pm on 8 December 2025
