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This audiobook is designed to assist you in understanding new concepts and the unique terminology that is used in the world of boating. It is an excellent starting point for those undertaking their first boating experience in order to make sense of the first few days on board, or as a handy reference tool for those returning to the sport after time away from it.

The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) are revised and published every four years by World Sailing, the international authority for the sport. This handy guide audiobook is a simplified view of the basic racing rules and has been updated to reflect the Racing Rules of Sailing 2025-2028.

The RYA National Sailing Scheme's higher-level modules for small-boat sailing are covered comprehensively in this audiobook. As well as the information for Seamanship Skills, Day Sailing, Sailing with Spinnakers, Performance Sailing, and Start Racing, there is extra detail on dealing with capsizes, trapezing, and foiling.

RYA Start Sailing is, quite simply, the audiobook you must have if you want to learn to sail. If you are on a course at an RYA Training Centre, then this audiobook is packed with the essential knowledge that you need to get afloat, regardless of your age.

This handy book for the leisure user is a quick-reference guide to radio procedures (including Urgency, Safety, and Distress messaging); installing and maintaining a VHF radio; the licensing requirements, and GMDSS including Navtex.

This audiobook covers comprehensively all the information that an RYA Instructor needs to know, both on and off the water. As well as detailing the instructing and coaching qualifications that are available, and explaining how sailors learn, this audiobook details how to teach and coach the theoretical aspects and practical sessions of the RYA National Sailing Scheme.

The RYA Personal Watercraft Handbook is the premier publication for learning how to use these exciting machines.

The growth of foiling is the most exciting thing to happen to dinghy sailing and windsurfing in recent years. As well as specialist foiling boats and boards, conversion kits have brought fast, flying fun to sailors seeking speed.