This course will equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to pass your RYA Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore exam and be a competent Yachtsman. The training you will receive during this course is of a high caliber, the final knowledge and skill you will acquire exceed all expectations. This practical training course is presented by a certified and highly experienced RYA Yachtmaster Instructor.
All instructors teaching this module at our center have been hand-picked by the Principal Alex Cousins. Instructors teaching this module have proven safety records and are all highly experienced in sailing craft operations. They have been proven to be highly effective in advancing a candidate’s skills no matter what level of experience.
On completion of Yachtmaster Coastal exam you will obtain the following:
RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence which is valid for use as Master of Yachts up to 24m in length, in Category 3 Waters – (20 nm from a safe haven).
On completion of Yachtmaster Offshore exam you will obtain the following:
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence which is valid for use as Master of Yachts up to 500gt less than 24m in Category 1 Waters – (150nm from a safe haven).
This Includes
- Terminology
- Rope Work/Line Handling and Knots
- Berthing and departing berths in various challenging conditions
- Mooring buoys and anchoring under sail and power in various conditions using different techniques
- Man-over board recovery under various conditions using different techniques
- Emergency procedures and maneuvers
- Advanced sail trim
- Advanced sail handling
- Crew management
- Victualing and feeding
- Operating In restrictive visibility
- Advanced Navigation
- Advanced Navigation by electronic aid
- Night operations
- Emergency Equipment
- Passage Planning
- Passage Making
- Jury Rigs and Running Repairs
- Advanced Engine Knowledge and Care
- International Regulations for the Prevention of Collision at Sea
- AIS/MARPA/RADAR/VHF
- Advanced Pilotage Techniques
- Metrology and Forecasting to YM level
LIMITED TO 4 STUDENTS ON BOARD – VERY LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE.
Commercial Requirements
You will require to complete STCW and RYA Online PPR courses as well as an ENG1 Medical Examination
should you wish to work on commercial vessels in any maritime industry.
STCW
STCW certificates are internationally recognized marine safety certificates, which are required to work on commercial vessels in any maritime industry.
The modules include Elementary First Aid, Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention, Personal Survival Techniques with Proficiency in Life Raft, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities and Proficiency in Designated Security Duties.
Duration: 11 days (12 days if you would like to obtain a SAMSA Commercial Ticket by obtaining the STCW Medical First Aid at Sea Certificate).
RYA Online PPR (Professional Practices and Responsibilities)
This online course is compulsory for new and re-validating RYA Commercial Endorsement holders and is broken down into four modules (Commercial environment, People, Vessel and Purpose) that will aid in your ability to care for and ensure the safety of other crew members and passengers, no matter how big the ship.
ENG 1 Medical Examination
(Recommended pre-course requirement)
This Internationally accredited and recognized medical check up is vital to further your career on commercial vessels in the yachting and super yachting industries. Only medicals conducted by an MCA approved Doctor (not a general practitioner) will be accepted.
Fees: Currently R2,800.00 (paid directly to the Doctor).