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There are many shore based courses that are offered at West Kirby SC, all of which take place 12 months of the year. The main ones are First Aid and VHF.

First Aid Courses
At numerous times through the year we offer members the chance to update their first aid. This one day course covers all the requirements for anyone wishing to become an instructor.

VHF Courses
VHF courses are run on demand and take place over a whole day. Participants can expect to cover all that is nessesary to pass the Department of Transport exam.

Day Skipper/Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster
These courses is run on demand and takes place through the winter evenings. These are perfect courses for wish to improve their knowledge of seamanship, navigation and the international regulations for the prevention of collisions at sea.

Race Officer
West Kirby is keen on ensuring that racing is run correctly and is actively involved with the RYA in developing training for potential club race officers who may go on to become regional and national race officers.