Sail Measurer Qualification Requirements

 

The RYA can train anyone to become a Sail Measurer. There are no pre-entry requirements to this qualification. 

A Sail Measurer will have displayed a good understanding of the Equipment Rules of Sailing, Class rules and the techniques by which certification control can be undertaken. 

All applicants will be required to meet the criteria below:-

  • Members of the RYA
  • Age 18 or over
  • An experienced racing sailor
  • An email user with internet access
  • UK passport holder (or have principal residence in the UK).

The table below provides a summary of the Sail Measurer qualification requirements. For all qualification requirements in more detail, please view our competency document.

 

 

Requirement

Sail Measurer

 

Initial

Renewal 

Course

Yes

Yes

 

 

Examination

 

 

Part of course

Part of course

Experience

None

4 Years

Valid for

 4 years  4 years