# Stay Safe at Sea: Take the RYA Sea Survival Course with Glasgow City Boats

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or just starting your maritime journey, safety at sea should always come first. One of the most valuable steps you can take is enrolling in the RYA Sea Survival Course, offered right here in Scotland by Glasgow City Boats.

This one-day course is designed to give you the confidence, knowledge, and practical skills needed to survive at sea in the event of an emergency. At Glasgow City Boats, we’re proud to provide this essential training to recreational boaters, offshore racers, and commercial seafarers alike.

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 What Is the RYA Sea Survival Course?

The RYA Sea Survival Course is a dynamic training day that blends classroom learning with hands-on experience. You’ll learn how to react calmly and efficiently in a real-life emergency, including situations where you may have to abandon ship.

With Glasgow City Boats, you’ll not only learn from qualified instructors but also take part in a practical pool session, where you’ll experience what it’s like to enter the water in a lifejacket and board a liferaft under realistic conditions.

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## Who Should Take the Course?

The Sea Survival Course is ideal for:

– Recreational sailors and cruisers venturing offshore
– RYA Yachtmaster Offshore candidates (mandatory requirement)
– Commercial crew working on MCA-coded vessels
– Offshore race participants (e.g. Fastnet, Round Britain)
– Anyone who wants to be fully prepared for the unexpected

At Glasgow City Boats, we welcome sailors of all experience levels, from weekend hobbyists to professionals working toward commercial qualifications.

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 What You’ll Learn

The course covers vital survival techniques and knowledge, including:

 ✅ Emergency Preparation
– Understanding how to prepare your vessel and crew
– What should go in your grab bag
– When and how to abandon ship

 ✅ Safety Equipment Use
– Correct use and maintenance of lifejackets
– Liferaft deployment and survival inside
– How to use flares, EPIRBs, PLBs and other emergency tools

 ✅ Survival Strategies
– Heat conservation techniques (like the HELP position)
– Group huddles for warmth and morale
– Coping with cold water shock and seasickness

 ✅ Search and Rescue Awareness
– What rescue services look for
– How to maximize your visibility and chances of being found

 ✅ Practical Pool Session
– Launching and boarding a liferaft
– Swimming in a lifejacket
– Group coordination and survival drills

Our instructors at Glasgow City Boats make sure the course is engaging, informative, and rooted in real-life scenarios.

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 Why Choose Glasgow City Boats?

At Glasgow City Boats, we believe that safety training should be immersive, professional, and tailored to every kind of mariner. We offer:

– Experienced, RYA-accredited instructors
– Convenient location and accessible training dates
– Supportive learning environment for all skill levels
– Certification valid for commercial and recreational use

Whether you’re aiming for an RYA Yachtmaster certificate or simply want to feel more confident offshore, this course is a smart investment in your safety.

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## What to Bring

For your course at Glasgow City Boats, bring:

– Swimwear and a towel for the pool session
– A change of clothes
– Any personal lifejacket or kit you’d like to practice with (optional)

All safety gear, including liferafts and immersion suits (if used), is provided.

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## How to Book

Ready to take control of your safety at sea? Book your RYA Sea Survival Course today with Glasgow City Boats!

📞 **Call us: 01412660087
📧 **Email: info@glasgowcityboats.com
🌐 **Website: www.glasgowcityboats.com Book here:

Training takes place regularly throughout the year—contact us to find the next available date.

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## Final Thoughts

The sea may be unpredictable, but your preparedness doesn’t have to be. The RYA Sea Survival Course with Glasgow City Boats will give you the tools and experience to respond effectively in an emergency and greatly improve your chances of survival.

Train smart. Be ready. Stay alive.

—https://www.rya.org.uk/training/courses/basic-sea-survival-certificate-bsscc