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Yachtmaster offers you excellent instruction on fully equipped training yachts in a magnificent sailing environment. Their instructors are carefully chosen for their qualities of care and diligence, sailing ability and patience. Yachtmaster Ocean Sailing School is a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) recognised training establishment and their RYA certificates of competence are endorsed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) of the United Kingdom. These certificates are accepted for employment in the yachting and super yachting industries around the globe. They are also a South African Sailing (SAS) accredited sail training centre which is endorsed by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). SAS certificates of competence are required to act as master of a yacht in South African waters and are generally accepted internationally for chartering a pleasure yacht.

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A robust theory and practical programme, including a 2-month mileage trip..

The Odyssey is a comprehensive 5-month programme that takes candidates from an entry-level Competent Crew status all the way to Yachtmaster Ocean – 200-ton unlimited commercial license. 

Structured to suit novices and experienced sailors alike, the first 5 weeks of the programme is a foundation phase comprising alternating weeks of shore-based theory and a week of practical sailing. 

The Foundation Phase consists of RYA Competent Crew, RYA Day Skipper Theory, RYA Day Skipper Practical, RYA Yachtmaster Theory, RYA Yachtmaster Practical and RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory, RYA Short Range Radio Certificate and Power Boat Level II.

This is followed by preparation and an approximately 2-month mileage trip either to Rio (in January) or Madagascar (in June), returning to Cape Town.

The Odyssey not only gives candidates sufficient confidence and experience to sit the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore assessment, and the RYA Ocean Oral exam, it also offers incredible offshore sailing and is a truly life-changing experience.

Please note: STCW courses are not included in our course fees and accommodation during theory week is for your own cost.

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Leg 1: ROUTE: CAPE TOWN – ST HELENA – RIO East to West Crossing – inspired by the Clipper ship trade routes, the Adventure routing will follow the trade winds making for stunning downwind sailing: sunny skies, warm breezes and big spinnakers.

Leg 2: RIO – TRISTAN DA CUNHA – CAPE TOWN. West to East Crossing – inspired by the Whitbread/Volvo Ocean race which sails around the bottom of the South Atlantic High (renowned as a 24 hour record breaking route). This route makes for challenging but fast and exhilarating sailing. Not for the fainthearted.

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The Indian Ocean Odyssey adventure consist of 2 routes. The Cape Town to Madagascar route explores the Southern African East Coast, famous for its challenging sailing conditions. On the return route you’ll be enjoying the trade winds of the Mozambique Channel, and then routing back to Cape Town along the Wild Coast.

Leg 1: CAPE TOWN – RICHARDS BAY – NOSEY BE, MADAGASCAR Leg 2: NOSEY BE, MADAGASCAR – BASSAS DAS INDIA – RICHARDS BAY – CAPE TOWN

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The RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate of Competency is one of the most prestigious and sought-after qualifications in the sailing industry. It is an essential certification for individuals looking to pursue a career in sailing and take on leading positions such as captain. The 5-month fast track program to Yachtmaster Ocean C.O.C offered by 2 Oceans Maritime Academy provides aspiring sailors with the perfect opportunity to achieve their goals.

The Odyssey adventure is a comprehensive 5-month program that takes candidates from entry-level Competent Crew status to Yachtmaster Ocean. The program is structured to cater to both novices and experienced sailors and is designed to provide a strong foundation of knowledge and practical experience. The first 5 weeks of the program is a foundation phase that consists of alternating weeks of shore-based theory and practical sailing. This phase covers RYA Competent Crew, RYA Day Skipper Theory, RYA Day Skipper Practical, RYA Yachtmaster Theory, RYA Yachtmaster Practical and RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory.

After the foundation phase, candidates embark on an approximately 2-month mileage trip either to Rio or Madagascar, returning to Cape Town. This adventure not only provides candidates with the confidence and experience to sit the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore assessment and the RYA Ocean Oral exam, but also offers an incredible offshore sailing experience that is life-changing.

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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).

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The  RYA Yachtmaster Ocean  shorebased theory course takes place over 5 days. This is a course in astro-navigation and world-wide meteorology which also reveals the mysteries of the sextant. It assumes a knowledge of ALL subjects covered in the other shorebased theory courses.

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The course completion certificate is a PREREQUISITE for booking the RYA/MCA  Yachtmaster Ocean  oral examination, unless candidates are prepared to take a written examination as well as the oral. Candidates must also have an ocean passage as skipper or mate. The candidate must provide the examiner with:

  • A narrative account of the planning and execution of the qualifying passage
  • Navigational records, completed on board a yacht on passages, out of sight of land showing that the candidate has navigated the yacht without the use of electronic navigational aids.

The records must include as a minimum: planning, reduction and plotting of a sun run meridian altitude sight and a compass check carried out using the bearing of the sun, moon, a star or planet.

During the oral test the candidate may be required to answer questions on all aspects of ocean passage making in a yacht, including passage planning, astro navigation, worldwide meteorology, crew management and yacht preparation, maintenance and repairs.

If you need a  Yachtmaster Ocean  Certificate of Competence in order to work on board a commercial craft subject to the MCA’s codes of practice, you will need to get it commercially endorsed.

The  Yachtmaster Ocean  Certificate of Competence can be used commercially in its own right. It is also a pre-requisite for the MCA’s Chief Mate, Master 500 and Master 3000 qualifications.

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Top 50 yachting courses in cape town (2024).

Yachting courses are specialized training programs designed to educate individuals in various aspects of operating and navigating yachts or sailboats. These courses cater to individuals interested in recreational sailing, professional yachting careers, or seeking to acquire the skills necessary for safe and efficient yacht handling. Here is a list of the yachting courses in Cape Town, South Africa (arranged in no specific order).

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List Of Yachting Courses In Cape Town

  • YOA super yacht training

Paramount Place, 105 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8051

  • Good Hope Sailing Academy

Duncan Road Table Bay, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8000

  • Sail and Power SA

c/o Oceana Powerboat Club Haul Rd, Green Point, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Certified Superyacht Academy

Unit 101, 4 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005

  • Yachtmaster Ocean Sailing School

The Royal Cape Yacht Club, Duncan Rd, Table Bay Harbour, Cape Town, 8001

  • Ocean Star Sailing Academy

14 W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002

  • SYNC – Super Yachting Nautical Careers | Superyacht Stewardess Training

The Cape Quarter, Somerset Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005

  • Get Onboard Superyacht Academy

32 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001

  • Sailing Academy Theewater

Theewater Sports Club, Villiersdorp, 6828

  • Super Yacht Culinary Academy

Superyacht Training Academy, 14 W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Professional yachtmaster training cape

Shop 6, The Passage, Mainstream shopping centre, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7872

  • Green to Gold Stewardess Training

19 Union St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001

  • Zeekoe Vlei Yacht Club

Governors Walk, Zeekoevlei, Cape Town, 7941

  • UCT Yacht Club

95 Peninsula Rd, Zeekoei Vlei, Cape Town, 7941

  • Skipper Training SA
  • 2 Oceans Maritime Academy

Hout Bay Yacht Club Marina, Hout Bay Rd, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806

  • Mills Boat Academy

King George Way, Simon’s Town, Cape Town, 7945

  • Milnerton Aquatic Club

Grey Ave, Bloubergstrand, Cape Town, 7441

  • Royal Cape Yacht Club

Duncan Rd, Table Bay Harbour, Cape Town, 8000

  • Hout Bay Yacht Club

Harbour Rd, Hout Bay Harbour, Cape Town, 7806

  • Pull North Yachting

Granger Bay Blvd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Cape Town Sailing Academy

C/O Royal Cape Yacht Club, Duncan Rd, Harbour, Cape Town, 8000

  • The False Bay Yacht Club

King George Way, Simon’s Town, Cape Town, 7975

  • Cape Point Sailing Academy

94 Glen Alpine Road, Welcome Glen, Cape Town, 7995

  • Atlantic Yachting Sailing School

Club Mykonos, Agora Square, Leentjiesklip Cresent, Langebaan, 7357

  • Imperial Yacht Club

1 Promenade Rd, Muizenberg, Cape Town, 7945

  • Oceana Power Boat Club

Haul Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005

  • Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club

Beach Rd, Gordon’s Bay, Cape Town, 7140

  • Luxury Yacht Charters

261 Breakwater Blvd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Sport Motor Yacht Charters Cape Town

Quay 5, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8005

  • Hottentots Holland Beach Sailing Club

Beach Rd, Strand, Cape Town, 7139

  • Elite Yachting Academy

W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002

  • Superyacht Training Academy

14 W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Virtual Yacht Assistant

V&A Waterfront Quay, West Road, Cape Town, 8001

6 Duncan Road, Christiaan Barnard St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8012

  • Sail Due South

65 Oostewal Rd, Langebaan, 7357

  • Sailing Academy Gordons Bay

Yacht Club, Beach Rd, Gordons Bay Central, Cape Town, 7140

  • Yacht Crew Training SA

c/o Oceana Powerboat Club Haul Rd, Green Point, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8005

  • Ocean Sailing Academy

34 Bifolia St, Myburgh Park, Langebaan, 7357

  • Tigger 2 Exclusive Cruises

T Jetty, Dock Rd, E Pier Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Ocean Image Boat Tours & Rentals

1 Haul Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005

  • South African Yachties

block b 1st floor, Regus business centre, Black River park, 2 Fir St, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925

  • South African Sailing

9 Surrurier St, Monte Vista, Cape Town, 7460

  • Professional Yachtmaster Training

241 Florida Rd, Morningside, Berea, 4001

  • Seaport Supply Cape Town

40 Paarden Eiland Rd, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7405

  • Super Yachting South Africa – Stewardess Course Cape Town

OX2 Shop 5 Quay 5, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  • Southern Yachting Academy

TH10 Thesen Harbor Town, Long St, Knysna, 6570

  • ROBERTSON and CAINE

7 Railway St, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925

  • The Jolly Roger Pirate Boat

Shop 7a, Quay 5, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002

  • The Little Optimist Sailing Academy & Trust

Shop 8, Battery Park, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8000

What Are The Key Aspects Covered In Yachting Courses?

Key components covered in yachting courses include:

  • Navigation and Seamanship

This deals with learning navigational skills, chart reading, understanding maritime rules, and gaining knowledge about tides, currents, weather patterns, and buoyage systems.

  • Yacht Handling and Sailing Techniques

This aspect provides instruction on operating and maneuvering yachts under different wind conditions, sail handling, rigging, anchoring, docking, and basic boat handling skills.

  • Safety Procedures

Training in safety protocols, emergency procedures, including man overboard drills, distress signals, fire safety, and knowledge of safety equipment on board.

  • Crew Responsibilities and Communication

This aspect involves understanding roles and responsibilities of crew members, effective communication on board, teamwork, and leadership skills in a maritime setting.

  • Maritime Regulations and Laws

This deals with familiarization with maritime laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and compliance with international maritime standards.

  • Yacht Maintenance and Systems

Basic understanding of yacht maintenance, troubleshooting common issues, knowledge of onboard systems including engines, electrical, plumbing, and navigation instruments.

  • Practical Experience

Many courses include hands-on training, onboard practical sessions, and supervised sailing experiences to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world situations.

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Yachting courses are offered by sailing schools, maritime academies, yacht clubs, and specialized training institutions. They range from basic introductory courses for beginners to more advanced certifications for professional yacht captains and crew members.

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Starting out in the super yacht industry is an exciting and rewarding choice of employment. Some choose to use the experience as a gap year while many others follow it as a long term and extremely rewarding career path.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (UK) (MCA) set the world standards which are followed by South Africa and many other countries.The industry provides safe and rewarding employment for young persons.

What do I need to qualify to work in this rewarding industry?

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Deck officer training.

PYT is your first choice MCA approved training provider.

PYT is recognised by the industry as a world class super yacht crew training academy. The savings on most of our course modules could well cover your traveling costs to South Africa.

Our value for money is hard to beat in the world of super yacht training. Our course schedule is designed to be flexible to suit super yacht crew.

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Liam Steyn – Owner

Liam Steyn, the youngest candidate to pass his RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Sail and Power Qualification, at only 18 years old.

Liam started his sail and motor cruiser training when he was 16 years old and did his theory, sailing and motor cruiser at Day Skipper level.  He returned and did his Yachtmaster Coastal Theory and practical, and his Yachtmaster Offshore Sail Prep and Exam, which he passed.  He has completed his power conversion.

Qualifications

  • RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Sail and Power
  • RYA Cruising Instructor for Motor Cruiser
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2
  • PWC Instructor
  • SAS Yachtmaster Coastal Sail and Power

Mia Galvin – Principal & General Manager

I was introduced to the yachting industry at the end of 2022, and found a profound love and admiration for it.

I believe this industry can open so many doors for everyone, as it has for me. I also believe that this industry is meant for anyone who loves being out on the water.

My vision for this school is to help people become the best versions of themselves as skippers or crew onboard a vessel, and help them gain the love, admiration and respect for the ocean, and everything it can offer.

Qualifications:

  • RYA Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski)
  • RYA Power Boat Level II
  • Super Yacht Stewardess

Nicholas Moss

  • SAS Coastal Skipper
  • SAMSA Commercial Skipper

Nic found his passion for sailing at an early age of 13, sailing dinghy’s on Zeekoevlei. He crewed on charter vessels at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and then set off on a 65 foot schooner, first as crew and then as first mate, sailing the North Pacific. Nic loves teaching sailing and sharing his experience and knowledge with students.

Lisa Malherbe

  • SAS Yachtmaster Offshore
  • GMDSS (GOC)

Lisa started sailing with Good Hope Sailing Academy after having sailed dinghies for years. She joined the GHSA when she qualified. Lisa sailed to St. Helena in the Governor’s Cup in 2012 and sailed from Cape Town to Seychelles to deliver a Leopard 44. She spends her holidays skippering a Catamaran in Seychelles.

Ian Gross – Day Skipper Part-time

  • SAS Yachtmaster CoC
  • DOT Class A1(1)
  • DOT Class 1 (Unlimited) & Class 3 Rescue Vessels Certificates

Ian started sailing at the age of 11 (some 55-plus years ago) on the Vaaldam and over the years has owned and built a number of sailing vessels. He has sailed the SA coastline extensively from Richards Bay on the East coast to Hondeklip Baai on the West both for pleasure and deliveries.

Shivnarine Dirks – Sales Manager

Always eager to take on new challenges, and make life worth living. Here to meet clients’ needs and leave them with a smile, the Good Hope Sailing Academy way.

Currently studying marketing and has been going strong in sales for 5 years.

Our Facilities & Vessels

The theory on all our courses is done in our classroom at the Royal Cape Yacht Club. The practical component of our courses are taught on a Miura (10 metre sea-going yacht) or your own vessel.

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    2 Oceans Maritime Academy is an RYA Recognised sailing school based in Hout Bay, Cape Town South Africa. We offer a range of RYA sail and theory courses. ... From novice to RYA Yachtmaster Ocean C.O.C. 6 back-to-back RYA Modules followed by 2 month mileage trip to Rio or Madagascar, prep week & exam. RYA SHORT COURSES.

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    The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore packaged program is a major package involving a large amount of invested time, energy, commitment and money. As times have changed the journey to achieve a Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate of Competence has become shorter. We have a global reputation as a school that produces excellent sailors.

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