Yachtmaster Offshore

The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Course is a nautical training program designed to develop advanced sailing skills and knowledge. It leads to a professional qualification recognized globally. Graduates are certified to operate yachts up to 24 meters or 200 gross tonnage (GT) in offshore waters. The course covers navigation, seamanship, safety, and leadership aspects of yacht operation.

During the Yachtmaster course, you will develop advanced skills in navigation, maneuvers, sea safety, and leadership in the maritime environment. You'll learn to make informed decisions in challenging situations and operate yachts safely and effectively in coastal water

• Have sailed a minimum of 50 days at sea as skipper.
• Have covered a minimum of 2500 miles, with at least half of them in tidal waters.
• Possess a high level of spoken and written English, as the courses are conducted in English.

The course includes both theoretical and practical assessments to measure your knowledge and skills. At the end of the practical course, an official examination is conducted with an RYA examiner. It's important to note that the cost of the official examination, approximately 230 GBP, is not included in the course fee.
Upon passing the examination, a Certificate of Competence is issued. This is known as the Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence.

The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore qualification enables you to work in the maritime industry on vessels up to 24 meters or 200 GT with a maximum of 12 passengers up to 150 miles from the coast. However, it does not permit working as a professional skipper on Spanish-flagged vessels.

You can enroll directly on this page. Just make sure to meet the requirements mentioned above. You will find detailed information about the course, available dates, and the enrollment process.

RYA certificates are globally recognized and accepted in most countries. In Spain, there are over 20 schools accredited by the Royal Yachting Association.
However, Spanish legislation only recognizes and accepts these certificates in certain specific contexts. RYA certificates are not recognized in Spain. To sail as a Spanish national on a Spanish-flagged vessel, an appropriate Spanish nautical qualification is required.

This course is personalized, and we accept a maximum of 5 students per course.

The RYA training system offers several advantages that we recommend to our students due to its effectiveness:

• Excellence in learning to sail.
• Content focused on practical navigation and improving specific skills.
• Internationally recognized certification valid for sailing worldwide.
• Easy and fast acquisition of professional credentials.

The course is divided into two parts: a 5-day (40-hour) theoretical course and a 5-day (40-hour) practical course, followed by an official 2-day practical examination at the end of the practical course. It is highly recommended to complete both courses in sequence to ensure a higher likelihood of success in the examination.

Yes, Escuela Náutica Neptuno is an approved center by the Royal Yacht Association. We are registered as "Neptun Maritime Training" and comply with all RYA requirements.
If you're seeking a comprehensive and globally recognized nautical education, the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Course at Escuela Náutica Neptuno is your ideal choice. We invite you to join us on this exciting nautical learning journey!