Unlock the traditional art of celestial navigation with the Sextant Course at Sussex Yacht Club.

Perfect for sailors looking to expand beyond coastal navigation, this one-day course introduces you to the sextant and its practical use at sea. You’ll learn how to check for errors, measure angles accurately, and determine position lines using terrestrial and celestial objects.

The course combines classroom theory with hands-on practice on a nearby beach, using the nautical almanac, sight reduction tables, and chartwork techniques. Ideal for those who have basic navigation experience (for example, RYA Day Skipper level), this course lays the foundation for advanced navigation study or progression towards the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean course.