The Royal Yachting Association Yachtmaster certificate has become the industry standard qualification after the entry-level stage. It is the first formal training in navigation and seamanship that deckhands receive on their path to higher MCA issued certificates and it is a vital part of their maritime education. This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. It will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills.
Instructor student ratio 1:8
You will learn:
• position fixing
• course shaping and plotting
• tidal knowledge
• use of almanacs and admiralty publications
• electronic position finding equipment
• taking and interpreting forecasts
• plotting weather systems
• weather predictions using a barometer and by observation
• collision regulations
• customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad.
For MCA OOW, Chief Mate and Master Certificates it is a requirement that this theory course is successfully completed as part of the training. We provide this yacht training course in English in Antibes & Fort Lauderdale.
Ft Lauderdale location: Due to high demand, availability changes daily. ALL Fort Lauderdale bookings MUST be confirmed through the Bluewater Crew Training USA office by phone or email when you wish to book in order to ensure availability and secure your spot.
Course notes, charts, & exam packs are included in this course price. For Bluewater Crew Training Europe (France - Spain), this course is free with your ONE Account. For Bluewater Crew Training USA (Ft. Lauderdale), the ONE Account will cover up to $500 of the Yacht Master Course only.
3 exam papers over the duration of the course
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19 June 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | 1 place left | Book now |
31 July 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | Limited places | Book now |
21 August 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | Limited places | Book now |
04 September 2023
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Antibes | €1099 | Places available | Book now |
18 September 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | Limited places | Book now |
02 October 2023
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Antibes | €1099 | Places available | Book now |
16 October 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | Limited places | Book now |
23 October 2023
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Antibes | €1099 | Places available | Book now |
06 November 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | Limited places | Book now |
20 November 2023
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Antibes | €1099 | Places available | Book now |
04 December 2023
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Fort Lauderdale | $1400 | Limited places | Book now |
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