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15
Dec
2021
The ideal way to learn to sail is obviously from the base. Having been a sailor for a while will help us to be a better skipper. In addition to knowing from experience how difficult it can be to anchor a boat from the boat or prepare a coffee with a sea formed, we will serve to manage the crew more properly and know what we can ask.In Spain we do not have a recreational qualification that certifies us as an efficient crew: know how to use the moorings correctly, put a curl, handle the mooring maneuver or simply keep…
15
Dec
2021
Short outline of RYA degrees for cruise ships
There are many employers, professional or not, who when approaching RYA training need clarification on the functioning and possibilities of their scheme RYA qualifications. We’re going to make a simplifying effort. The first clarification is that the Royal Yachting Association provides recreational courses. It is the MCA (English merchant marine) that certifies and enables you as a professional skipper. However, the MCA recognizes the RYA standards as its own and only wants to check the skipper’s skills on board before certifying him for professional activity. Having said that, let’s look at the scheme of cruiser titles whether motor or sail. Recreational level: –Competent crew – sailor…
15
Dec
2021
Day Skipper Theory
In this article we will focus on the Day Skipper theory course. This course serves as a basis for doing the YachtMaster Theory and serves as a preparation before doing the Day Skipper practice by sail or motor. Goal: This course will introduce you to the work of charts, navigation, meteorology and the basic concepts of nautical for the competent crew. This course is perfect if you want to learn to start making decisions on board and most important, to learn nautical English! Methodology: It is a course that you can do online or face-to-face. We recommend doing it in person in our facilities, it…
14
Dec
2021
What is the best nautical school?
This question has an easy answer: the nautical school that best trains students. For this we must be able to cover several aspects. First, training must be practical and pragmatic, that is, it must be really useful for us. That covers the real needs of the student, either as professional skippers or as recreational skippers or clients of a charter company. We must know how to handle ourselves safely, control the maneuver, know the emergency protocols. And that can only be achieved through drills and exercises on board. Another fundamental aspect will be the efficiency of teaching. There must be a…
14
Dec
2021
Nautical Training Online
English plays a fundamental role and is considered the primary language in the field of nautical activities worldwide. Whether in national or international waters, it is common to encounter vessels from different countries, which makes it necessary to have a basic knowledge of the language. For this reason, it is highly recommended to acquire additional English training specifically focused on navigation. The courses offered by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) are highly esteemed due to their practical approach. The content of these courses focuses on aspects that will be applied during navigation and will be of great utility. Therefore, we…
10
Dec
2021
Power Boat Level 2 RYA
The RYA Powerboat courses are for those who sail in small power boats: semi-rigid, fishing boats and sports boats that normally sail close to the coast. The types of commercial vessels, which mainly require a degree level are: rental boats for fishing, boats for adventure activities, port control boats, security boats for construction, etc. If you want a larger boat with a cabin and the ability to navigate or work at a bigger distance from the coast, then the most probably thing is that you need another level, like: Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster. 1.- COURSE CHARACTERISTICS a) Previous experience: None b) Previous…
19
Oct
2021
How to renew your Yachtmaster
All Yachtmaster Commercial Endorsement certificates must be renewed every 5 years, and for this you must be in possession or justify the following aspects: The shipments of the last 5 years, dates and data of the companies for which you have worked. At least 150 days navigated should be justified. Medical Certificate (ENG1). ID photo Course ‘Professional Practices & Responsibilities (PPR)’. It is a RYA course that can be done online and is priced at € 50. Original Certificate that you want to renew ** If you can’t justify the required maritime service, but you can show that, for at least half of the five-year period, you…
28
Jul
2021
What is the ICC?
The ICC(International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft) is a certificate that accredits your competence in foreign countries.Resolution number 40, issued within the framework of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), details how and to whom the CPI can be issued.The validity of the ICC is determined by the country visited, so it is not an international qualification. It is a valuable document when sailing abroad.What does the ICC do?When you visit another country, you may be asked to comply with the legislation of the country visited in addition to the country of registration of your vessel. The…
13
Sep
2019
The difference between PPER and Yachtmaster
In this article we explain the difference between Patrón Profesional de Embarcaciones de Recreo ( PPER) and Yachtmaster Offshore. The big difference between these two qualifitcations is that PPER is a national title that allows you to work on boats of Spanish flag,whereas Yachtmaster is an International title that allows you to work on boats of English flag or of the Commonwealth. In addition to that, being in the possession of a Yachtmaster is a securitiy that the person who wants to hire you has because it means that you are a good skipper. Everyone knows that someone who has this title, truly knows how to navigate, unlike the…
23
May
2019
Conversion of Yachtmaster Sail to Power
If you are in possession of the Yachtmaster Sail and want to convert to Motor, you must pass a practical test on a motor boat approved by RYA. The preparation for the exam is 1 day, and the exam lasts approximately 3 hours in the case of conversion the duration would be a little longer. During this day we ensure to get to know the rest of the crew as you will work as a team during the exam. Also is important to get familiar with the training vessel used for the exam. Is for this reason, even if you have a…