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Practice COLREGS, navigation, tides, and weather with 2-minute quizzes. Built for RYA Day Skipper prep. Instant feedback. Track your mastery.
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Aligned with the RYA Day Skipper theory syllabus. Questions reviewed by certified instructors.
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When two power-driven vessels are crossing, which vessel must give way?
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Everything you need to pass
More than just quizzes. SailQuiz uses proven learning science to help you retain knowledge and know exactly when you're exam-ready.
Quiz-first learning
Test yourself before studying. Retrieval practice improves retention by up to 50%.
Spaced repetition
Smart review scheduling surfaces questions right before you forget them.
Mock exams
Timed practice tests that mirror real exam conditions. Know when you're ready.
Progress tracking
See your mastery grow topic by topic with clear progress indicators.
Daily goals & streaks
Set a daily target and build consistency. Small sessions add up fast.
Mobile-first
Study on your commute, during a break, or at the marina. Works on any device.
Why quiz-first works better
Research shows that testing yourself before studying (retrieval practice) significantly improves long-term retention. Active recall beats passive reading every time.
Not long videos
No 45-minute lectures with slow narration
Not scattered notes
No hunting through random PDFs and forums
Active learning
Test, learn, repeat. Knowledge that sticks.
How SailQuiz works
Three simple steps to better sailing knowledge
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Learn from feedback
Get clear explanations for each answer. Review only what you got wrong — no wasted time.
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Track your mastery
See your progress grow topic by topic. Know exactly when you're exam-ready with clear mastery indicators.
All Day Skipper topics
Topics you can practice
Practical sailing knowledge organized into focused modules. Each topic includes quizzes, explanations, and progress tracking.
Built for Day Skipper students
Syllabus-aligned
Questions mapped to the RYA Day Skipper theory syllabus topics.
Instructor-reviewed
Questions and explanations reviewed by certified sailing instructors.
Science-backed
Built on retrieval practice and spaced repetition -- methods proven to boost retention.
Frequently asked questions
Is SailQuiz free?
Yes. Create a free account and start quizzing immediately. We plan to add a premium tier later with mock exams, advanced analytics, and full course access — but core quizzing is free.
Does it work on mobile?
Absolutely. SailQuiz is built mobile-first. Quizzes take 2 minutes — perfect for your commute, a coffee break, or waiting at the marina.
Is this an official RYA course?
No. SailQuiz is an independent study tool aligned with the RYA Day Skipper theory syllabus. It's designed to complement your sailing school coursework, not replace formal RYA certification.
How does quiz-first learning work?
Test yourself first, then learn from the feedback. This approach (retrieval practice) helps knowledge stick longer than passive reading or watching videos. Research consistently shows it boosts long-term retention.
Can I use it for Day Skipper exam prep?
Yes. SailQuiz covers all Day Skipper theory topics: COLREGS, navigation, tides, weather, safety, buoyage, and more. Use the mastery tracker to know exactly when you're exam-ready.
What topics are covered?
Navigation basics, Rules of the Road (COLREGS), Weather and meteorology, Tides and currents, Buoyage and marks, Safety at sea, and Knots and ropework — with more topics being added regularly.
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