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We are committed to our steward, stewardess, deckhand and chef students first and foremost, ensuring each of them meets the standards of excellence expected by the superyacht industry. By training our students to these exceptional standards, not only are we giving them the knowledge and skills to do the job, but we focus on instilling a professional and disciplined mindset. Pursuing a career aboard a superyacht is an opportunity unlike any other.

SYSA is a fully accredited RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Training Center. The RYA’s training courses and qualifications are recognised and respected all over the world.

SYSA has partnered with Helly Hansen South Africa to provide our students with 10% off online purchases. Helly Hansen is a well-known clothing brand in the superyacht industry and is worn by all SYSA instructors.

About our Deckhand Division

Super Yachting South Africa’s Deckhand Training Division was created in 2008 by experienced Captain and SYSA co-founder, Jason Hunter and has grown to become one of the global leaders in superyacht training and the Academy holds Royal Yachting Association (RYA) accreditation.

Standard Deck Courses

Standard deck courses are essential yacht qualifications required by crew to work on yachts.

Career Progression

For those looking to advance in their career, we offer specialised courses that will be an added benefit.

Additional training is perfect for those who have completed standard courses and looking to upskill.

Stewardess and Interior Training. This is the longest running super yacht Steward/ess course in South Africa.

Firstly, I want to thank Georgina, for all her help and assistance since November last year. It was an absolute pleasure working with her leading up to the commencement of my courses. A big thank you for her professionalism, and timeliness and for also taking the time to answer all of my yachting-related questions in

Matthew Odendaal - SYSA Courses

I would like to take this opportunity to thank and compliment the SYSA team – I have recently completed my courses in order to go over and start my career on the Super Yachts. Coming from the Transport & Logistics industry and having my career well on the go here in South Africa, this change

Keegan Cranna - SYSA Courses

I just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to the amazing team at SYSA for all the help and guidance and for taking an interest and getting to know me as a person. I am super happy to mention that I have secured my first role onboard a yacht and my 17 year Naval

Craig Moore - SYSA Courses

I completed Day Skippers Theory and a lot of other Powerboat courses with SYSA. Day Skipper Theory was by far the most challenging and fun for me because there’s so much to learn. It helps to have an inspiring teacher who can explain everything to you in-depth and who makes it interesting because they are

Nixon Dyasi - Day Skippers Theory

Just finished my SYSA training courses and I’ve had so much fun and learned lots of new useful interesting things! All the instructors were really friendly and know exactly what they are doing. The team all come from professional yachting backgrounds so no need to tell you that all your questions will be answered. You

Xavier - SYS Courses

Really great instructors with a lot of knowledge and experience. They treated us with respect and integrated some life lessons and yachting tips into the course. Couldn’t have asked for a better course.

Joshua du Preez - Course: Powerboat level 2

Hi, just want to thank you and everyone at SYSA. I was so impressed with the course and most importantly the instructors. They were brilliant. I couldn’t have done it without them. So patient and caring. Thanks to you and the team

Caitlin Robertson - SYS Courses

I just want to thank you for such an incredible course at SYSA. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and I have left with more than my money’s worth just in experiences and good times. You guys are fantastic

Matt - Deckhand

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Our comprehensive programmes for Superyacht Deckhand, Stewardess and Chef are world-class training programmes that equip Superyacht personnel to performing at their optimum. Our career packages focus on the primary qualifications needed to assure success in obtaining the best jobs and maintaining them as a chosen career path.

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Your passport to the world’s most luxurious superyachts.

The Superyacht Training Academy, Cape Town, is an elite maritime Institute providing Internationally recognised training for professional yacht crew. We pride ourselves in releasing crew into the Superyacht Industry who are confident, competent, and responsible.

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Our courses can be tailored to suit your individual requirements or added to any career programme to bolster your chances of securing lucrative employment contracts worldwide.

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The Superyacht Training Academy is a bespoke training facility that provides every aspect of training for you to obtain an illustrious career aboard a Superyacht. The Academy boasts state-of-the-art equipment, lecture rooms, electronic training equipment, and on-board training.

Our Academy enlists professional trainers and industry experts who provide top-class training and first-hand experience of life on board Superyachts. We challenge you to be the best you can be, so that you can reap the rewards of having the most comprehensive and professional training worldwide. Take a tour of our training venues below:

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Marina Centre, 1 West Quay Rd.

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3 West Quay Rd.

• An All-in-One facility for all your career training
• Crew accommodation during training
• Networking with experienced crew
• Career guidance programmes
• Superyacht culinary training
• Food safety training level 2 & 3
• Internships following your training programmes
• Career guidance booklet for green crew
• Advanced skills training programmes

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YOA SUPER YACHT STEWARDESS TRAINING

Our focus is to provide first hand and current insight into the yachting industry and help new deckhands acquire the skills and techniques necessary to confidently start careers at sea. 

We are located in Cape Town, South Africa and welcome students from around the globe.

Courses we offer:

DECKHAND COURSE

STCW-10 BASIC TRAINING

RYA POWER BOAT LEVEL 2

RYA PERSONAL WATERCRAFT (PWC)

STEWARDESS COURSES

DIVE COURSES

YOA Superyacht Training was founded in 2014 and is run by MCA Chief Officer Don McKee, who spent 15 years working on board some of the finest motor and sailing yachts in the business.

Don facilitates our 4 day deckhand course and is the co-owner and director of YOA ltd., an MLC2006 compliant crew agency with locations in Cape Town and New Zealand, that supplies crew to yachts worldwide.

Megan and Cieara created Super Yachting Nautical Careers (SYNC) in Cape Town after having spent 12 YEARS between them working on super yachts.

Having both climbed the ranks quickly and worked as Chief Stewardesses on-board multiple super yachts, with high profile guests and celebrities, they know what it takes to become a Superyacht Stewardess in every sense of the word.

Cieara joined the Superyacht industry at age 20. With a passion for travel, the ocean, sailing, nutrition, health and adventure, Cieara didn’t hesitate to jump on board the Superyacht industry. Her service and culinary background made it easy for her to move between departments working on beautiful motor and sailing yachts around the world.

Her enthusiastic, friendly and hard-working nature helped her quickly climb the ropes to Head of Service, Chief Stewardess and later as Chef on pristine and luxury yachts where she became a valuable and versatile crew member.

With a drive to become a well rounded crew member, and motivated to grow and explore, Cieara has worked for 8+ years on both Motor and Sail yachts ranging from 30 – 110 meters.

Having recently returned home to Cape Town, she is excited to share her vast knowledge of the industry with aspiring stewardesses and help them to launch their careers with confidence, clarity and skill.

After graduating with a degree in Psychology and English, Megan knew that she had to follow her life-long dream of venturing overseas to explore the world. Being a lover of people, travel and adventure, when she heard about the superyacht industry she knew it was the perfect job. Megan received her first Junior Stewardess job on board a heavy charter boat. Working for high profile guests, with busy turnaround times, laid the groundwork in her training and helped her quickly move up the ranks to Second Stewardess on a 62m yacht and then to Chief Stewardess on a 67m yacht.

Megan’s passion for the ocean has lured her back onto the yachts. Right now, she could be sipping Sangria in the South of Spain or swimming with whale sharks in the Sea of Cortez.

Superyacht Stewardess Course

Ocean Star has developed a comprehensive 20 days Superyacht stewardess course.  Being a stewardess is a great introduction to the world of luxury, travel and hard work. If you are looking to find work in the interior of a Superyacht or Megayacht then get a head start with our IYT Internationally recognized, accredited stewardess course. 7 Star service is expected and we work to ensure our students are fully prepared before embarking on their new journey.

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Stewardess Course Cape Town

Ocean Star  Sailing Academy  provides you with what is generally considered within the industry to be the minimum training and certification needed to find work as a stewardess.

Taught by industry professionals with many years experience. Included in the stewardess course is a wine appreciations and cocktails course, flower arrangements, silver service (as well as a silver service lunch/dinner where you demonstrate your newly learned skills), industry and visa know-how, laundry services, detailing the interior of the yacht, constructing a CV specific to the industry and introduction to barista training.

7 Star service is expected and we work to ensure our students are fully prepared before embarking on their new journey.

More importantly, we are industry leaders when it comes to preparing our students for the tough job of finding work. Give yourself the edge by completing the  Stewardess Career Course.

This 20 day Career course starts off with 5 days Intensive Stewardess Training.

This training provides you with knowledge and practical skills such as food and wine pairing, silver service, detailing, housekeeping and flower arranging. During these 5 days you will get assistance with the interviewing process, creating a CV and day work references.

This is followed by the  STCW  (Standards of Training for Crew and Watch), where students learn basic first aid, fire fighting and life-raft training and safety awareness.

Courses included

• Stewardess IYT Internationally Recognised Course  5 days
• RYA Powerboat Level 2 
• SAMSA SRC/VHF Radio 
• STCW10  (Mandatory)
• Food Safety and Catering Level 2 (Mandatory)
• RYA PWC Jet Ski

Topics covered:

• Nautical terms
• Parts of sailing and motor vessels
• Knots and rope work
• Preparing the sails for the sea
• Hoisting and reefing the main sail
• Wind awareness
• Points of sailing
• Mooring and anchoring
• Rules of the road
• and weather and forecasts

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1. what are the basic requirements you need to be eligible to work in the yachting industry, 2. what is the stcw and why do i need it, 3. what is the eng1 medical certificate, 4. what land based experience will help me find a super yacht job, 5. what are the different departments onboard, 6. what crew training is required for me to work as a junior deckhand.

• Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Theory
• Yachtmaster/Coastal Practical
• Specialist Super Yacht Training Course (Deck Hand Training Course)
• RYA Power Boat Level II
• RYA Personal Watercraft Course
• RYA Competent Crew Certificate
• RYA Day Skipper Theory and Practical Certificates
• VHF Radio Operator’s License

7. What crew training is required for me to work as a junior stewardess?

• Stewardess Course
• Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
• MCA Food Safety Level 2
• RYA Powerboat Level 2

8. How do I book my training courses?

9. how do i get my first job on a yacht, 10. are these courses worth it, or am i just wasting my money, 11. will i get hired for my first job from south africa, 12. what is daywork, 13. what are the best locations to get a yacht job, 14. how much can a motor yacht stewardess or deckhand earn, 15. what are the negatives of working on a yacht, 16. what are the positives of working on a yacht, 17. is working on a super yacht for everyone, 18. what is the minimum age to work on a yacht, 19. is accommodation provided when i am completing my yacht training in cape town.

5 DAY YACHT STEWARDESS COURSE

Our highly practical Yacht Stewardess course has been developed in line with international gold standards. It provides superyacht stewardess candidates with an opportunity to experience simulated yacht life and partake in every facet of the service, laundry, and housekeeping duties. This is done under the guidance of our experienced and well-known Chief Stewardess instructor.

Service Duties: involve practical training such as General guest service, all styles of yacht silver service, mixology/bartending, barista duties, wine & champagne etiquette and service, table setting and table décor, and entertainment planning.

Laundry Duties: Crew uniforms, guest clothing, bed linen, table linen and towels. Fabric care, laundry product instructions and stain removal techniques, ironing and/or pressing and folding. Candidates are taught to read and understand laundry symbols.

Housekeeping Duties: Duties: Meticulous cleaning and detailing of all guest and common areas, cleaning of cabins and bathrooms, cleaning product knowledge, inventories, provisioning, flower arranging, care for exotic furnishings and surfaces (wood, leather, porcelain, marble, carpets), surface and carpet stain removal techniques.

Successful yacht stewardess candidates are offered a rare opportunity to gain their very first written reference from a Captain through our exclusive day-work programme on one of many prestigious motor yachts in the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. During the season, The Stewardess Co. often assists with Charters and charter setups and will call upon high-performing students to assist.

Due to the ever-evolving & demanding nature of the Superyacht industry, The Stewardess Co. has chosen to include course content covering entry-level, intermediate & advanced topics that are easy to understand and implement by the end of Day 5.

Course modules include:

• Silver/yacht service
• Detailing techniques
• Interview training
• Crew watch duties & drills
• Wardrobe management
• How to manage checklists & inventories
• Flower arranging
• Table setting and décor
• Wine etiquette & pairing
• Cocktails & bar service
• Barista training
• Housekeeping
• Laundry and laundry care
• Interior yacht management
• CV Preparation

How to market yourself as a first-time crew member and much more…

• Book the courses needed to work on a superyacht.
• Make the necessary travel arrangements.
• Complete courses through The Stewardess Co. and receive certification in these areas.
• Draw up a comprehensive and concise CV (We can help with this!)
• Make contacts with fellow students and trainers. (Networking)
• A Positive attitude and willingness to work hard.

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Yacht Crew Training

Yacht crew training courses, deckhand career courses.

These group of courses are aimed to equip an individual with the right knowledge and licenses to enter the Super Yacht Industry.

We will cover everything from how to enter the industry right through to getting the licenses that you would require to secure your first position.

The Deckhand courses are a great introduction into the industry and provides a well-balanced introduction. The industry requires many qualifications and experience which are gained over time. These courses will give you the edge when looking for employment.

Deckhand / Interior / Engine

There is a demand for crew to have a wide range of skills, this can be useful on smaller vessels where everyone helps out from time to time. So consider gaining experience / courses / qualifications in other departments. We can supply many related courses from Kite and dive instructors to food hygiene certificates

Deckhand – Minimum

• SRC VHF/SRC Radio
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency
• Deckhand Course
• STCW 95 – 5 Modules

This really is the minimum required and you need to have prior experience in the marine world such as Dive Instructor, Charter boat operator to succeed with this course.

Deckhand – Pro

• RYA Superyacht Tender Operator course

This course can work for people looking to work in the industry for a short period of time or if they are not quite sure where they would like their carrier path to go.

Deckhand – Advanced

We provide these key courses to really give you the edge. Without doubt the market is busy with lots of new yachts and lots of staff leaving and joining the Super Yacht market. Our Advance deckhand course will provide the knowledge, qualifications and experience to enter the market with confidence. Starting salaries can be R40,000 a month with accommodation and food included.

• RYA Day Skipper Theory
• RYA Diesel Engine
• RYA Super Yacht Tender Operator
• RYA Advance Powerboat course

INTERNATIONAL STEWARD/ESS COURSE

Internationally accredited steward/ess course.

Superyacht Stewardess Course   (5 days) For Superyacht Stewardess and Stewards.

We provide the courses to help you understand the high levels of service, professionalism and dedicated duty required for interior yacht crew.

The following topics are covered extensively in the  Superyacht Stewardess   course:

Interior introduction – The Interior Introduction module is a 3-day basic course. This training is an introduction to job roles of interior crew members.  It outlines all the important responsibilities of a Steward/ess as well as yacht etiquette and safety.

• Demographics of the industry, different types of yachting, life at sea being on a professional yacht.
• Guidelines on how to enter the industry (CV, visas, where to go, when to go, looking for a job, interviewing, crew contracts, salary expectations and crew agents)
• The departments onboard a yacht as well as the role of the interior department and your role as a Steward/ess.
• Personal presentation, correct dress and punctuality, communication and behaviour, verbal and written communication and body language
• How to interact with guests and awareness of cultural differences, such as guests from USA, Britain, Russia, Asia, etc.
• Yacht Interior Housekeeping, Pre-guest checklists, Steward/ess Scheduling and Rotations
• Garbage/Rubbish disposal, Cabin cleaning and detailing, Cleaning caddy. Yacht interior surfaces – do’s and don’ts, Yacht interior fabrics – care and handling, Laundry labels, Crew and guest laundry. Washing machine, tumble drying and ironing, the correct way to treat various linens, ironing, folding and presenting laundered garments.
• Yacht safety, Hazards in the interior, the correct use of cleaning chemicals as well as MSDS and Hazard Symbols.

Basic Food Service & Wine & Mixology Introduction –

• Service Definitions and Different Styles of Service such as American, English, Russian, Butler Style, etc.
• Caviar Service, Hors d’oeuvres, Canapés, Appetizers, etc.
• Breakfast service, Mise en place for service.
• Beverage Service – Tea, Coffee, Cocktails, Wine, Water
• Working with menus, preference sheets and cheat sheets.
• Introduction to the world of wine – Wine tasting principles as well as a practical wine session, tasting various SA and International wines.
• Food, wine and cheese matching, Faulty wines and Grapes of the world.
• Wine regions of the world and New world and old world wine making.
• Service of wine
• Spirits and cocktails
• Cocktail service
• Main spirit styles
• Practical cocktail blending session

Superyacht Steward/ess Career Course package breakdown –

• STCW (2010 compliant) includes PDSD (Proficiency in Designated Security Duties) 11 days
• RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course 2 days
• SRC VHF Radio Course (Internationally recognized) 1 day
• Stewardess Course 5 days
•  Level 2 Food Hygiene Course is offered online or in person in Cape Town   (offering you a choice between the two options, both courses are at the same price).

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SUPERYACHT STEWARD , STEWARDESS AND DECK CREW TRAINING COURSES , CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Our courses include  STCW , Powerboating  Level 2 to Advanced, plus the PWC (Jet Ski) Proficiency and instructor course . Add to this our VHF/SRC Radio and other shore based courses and you will be well on your way. Then the Day Skipper and Yachtmaster courses will get you into top gear for an exciting future in this ever expanding industry. Anyone joining the Superyacht industry will be pleased to hear that the new RYA Tender Operators course is now available with us.

We are pleased to offer the courses needed to take you from novice to experienced crew in a timeline that suits your needs and budget. Having impeccable manners, being hard working, professional, clean, smart and have a full understanding of the industry will help you achieve your goals.

Peter Daly is the Principle of Sail and Power SA . He has been boating for over 30 years, the last 10 in South Africa. As well as being a Yachtmaster Instructor he is also the only Powerboat and PWC Trainer in Africa. This means most of the instructors working in South Africa has been trained or Moderated by Pete.

It is vital to understand the role and responsibilities of a super yacht entry level crew member when investing in training qualifications.

The responsibilities of newbie Deckhands are limited, due to the lack of yachting experience, they will have when starting out in the industry. These vessels are worth millions of Dollars and as a result, the new Deckhand’s role on board is limited to cleaning, polishing, maintenance and duties such as tender driving, anchoring, line handling – until he has proven himself as trustworthy, responsible and showing initiative.

The same can be said for the Stewardess joining a vessel for the first time. Having silver service employment in 4 or 5-star hotels will help a lot.

Diversity in qualification not only opens additional avenues for employment but will set you apart from the other crew and get your CV noticed above the others

We have looked at the market and come up with a range of courses that cover the needs of the newbie on a gap year or two, to the career-minded individual looking, for a long-term future in the Superyacht Industry.

Our courses are not set in stone you can pick and choose your elements, take a few weeks to complete them or a year or two it up to you. We want you to succeed and enjoy your training.

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SUPERYACHT STEWARD, STEWARDESS AND DECK CREW TRAINING COURSES, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Our courses include  STCW 10, Powerboating  Level 2 to Advanced, plus the PWC (Jet Ski) Proficiency and instructor course . Add to this our VHF/SRC Radio and other shore based courses and you will be well on your way. Then the Day Skipper and Yachtmaster courses will get you into top gear for an exciting future in this ever expanding industry. Anyone joining the Superyacht industry will be pleased to hear that the new RYA Tender Operators course is now available with us. See the information below.

We are pleased to offer the courses needed to take you from novice to experienced crew in a timeline that suits your needs and budget. All the qualifications in the world will not help if you are not hard working, professional, clean, smart, with impeccable manners and have a full understanding of the industry.

Peter Daly is the Principle of Sail and Power SA. He has been boating for over 30 years, the last 10 in South Africa. As well as being a Yachtmaster Instructor he is also the only Powerboat and PWC Trainer in Africa. This means most of the instructors working in South Africa has been trained or Moderated by Pete.

It is vital to understand the role and responsibilities of a super yacht entry level crew member when investing in training qualifications.

The responsibilities of newbie Deckhands are limited, due to the lack of yachting experience, they will have when starting out in the industry. These vessels are worth millions of Dollars and as a result, the new Deckhand’s role onboard is limited to cleaning, polishing, maintenance and duties such as tender driving, anchoring, line handling – until he has proven himself as trustworthy, responsible and showing initiative. The same can said for the Stewardess joining a vessel for the first time. Having silver service employment in 4 or 5-star hotels will help a lot. Bar work at the local Pub may not.

Diversity in qualification not only opens additional avenues for employment but will set you apart from the other crew and get your CV noticed within a pile of newbie job applications.

We have looked at the market and come up with a range of courses that cover the needs of the newbie on a gap year or two, to the career-minded individual looking, for a long-term future in the Superyacht Industry.

Our courses are not set in stone you can pick and choose your elements, take a few weeks to complete them or a year or two it up to you. We want you to succeed and enjoy your training.

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SUPERYACHT STEWARD, STEWARDESS AND DECK CREW TRAINING COURSES, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Our Yacht Crew Training Courses include, STCW 10, Powerboating from Level 2 to Advanced plus the PWC (Jet Ski) Proficiency and instructor course . Add to this our VHF/SRC Radio and other shore based courses and you will be well on your way.

Then the Day Skipper and Yachtmaster courses will get you into top gear for an exciting future in this ever expanding industry. Anyone joining the Superyacht industry will be pleased to hear that the new RYA Tender Operators course is now available with us. See the information below.

We are pleased to offer the courses needed to take you from novice to experienced crew in a timeline that suits your needs and budget. All the qualifications in the world will not help if you are not hard working, professional, clean, smart, with impeccable manners and have a full understanding of the industry.

Peter Daly is the Principle of Sail and Power SA. He has been boating for over 30 years, the last 10 in South Africa. As well as being a Yachtmaster Instructor he is also the only Powerboat and PWC Trainer in Africa. This means most of the instructors working in South Africa has been trained or Moderated by Pete.

It is vital to understand the role and responsibilities of a super yacht entry level crew member when investing in training qualifications.

The responsibilities of newbie Deckhands are limited, due to the lack of yachting experience, they will have when starting out in the industry. These vessels are worth millions of Dollars and as a result, the new Deckhand’s role onboard is limited to cleaning, polishing, maintenance and duties such as tender driving, anchoring, line handling – until he has proven himself as trustworthy, responsible and showing initiative.

The same can said for the Stewardess joining a vessel for the first time. Having silver service employment in 4 or 5 star hotels will help a lot. Bar work at the local Pub may not.

Diversity in qualification not only opens additional avenues for employment but will set you apart from the other crew and get your CV noticed within a pile of newbie job applications.

We have looked at the market and come up with a range of courses that cover the needs of the newbie on a gap year or two, to the career-minded individual looking for a long-term future in the Superyacht Industry.

Our courses are not set in stone you can pick and choose your elements, take a few weeks to complete them or a year or two it up to you. We want you to succeed and enjoy your training.

Super Yachting Nautical Careers (SYNC)

Megan and Cieara created SYNC after coming back to Cape Town having spent 12 years between them in the superyachting industry. With the hopes and dedication to provide relevant, fresh and current information about the ever changing superyachting industry, the dynamic duo is on a mission to give young potentials the key ingredients to succeed in the industry and become super stewardesses in every sense of the word.

SYNC provides all the relevant information that is required to succeed in the superyacht industry. SYNC offers a fresh, modern, relevant Super Yachting Stewardess Training program based in Hout Bay, Cape Town. The training facility is located at the foothills of the mountain in a tranquil space perfect for students to fully immerse themselves in their training. This is the course to do if you are wanting up to date, cost effective, relevant training that will give you the extra tools to succeed in the ever growing yachting industry.

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Completion of the Yachtmaster course, will earn Yacht Deckhand students their RYA Yachtmaster Offshore certificate of competence (CoC) and “Captain’s license” to skipper a yacht of up to 24 metres & 200 gross tons in waters up to 150 miles from a safe haven. RYA sail training provided by our partners at Yachtmaster Ocean Sailing School.

Considered the Rolls Royce of yachting qualifications, this 14-week Yachtmaster journey, complete with 4-week open ocean mileage trip, will turn you from a beginner into a skilled and professional Superyacht Deckhand and sailor ready to take on the challenges of the wind and the ocean. Yacht Captain’s the world over understand the challenges of the South Atlantic and prefer candidates to have this type of exposure and experience prior to employment.

Your commercially endorsed RYA Yachtmaster Offshore license is required by yacht crew agents and sailing charter companies with which we are associated via our partners. Yacht Deckhand’s holding an Offshore (CoC) are considered exceptionally strong candidates and valued assets on any yacht up to MCA OOW Master (yachts less than 3000gt).