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Yachtmaster Offshore

Course Description

Yachtmaster Theory course + Yachtmaster Practical course + Exam

The IYT Worldwide Yachtmaster Offshore certificate is a recreational certificate of competency to command sailing vessel up to 24 metres in length up to 150 nm offshore.

It is a comprehensive theory and live aboard course consisting of five days classroom theory and a practical component of six days for sail including the practical on the water examination.

The courses are designed to provide the highest standard of maritime education for the recreational yachtsman and woman and for those who are serious about obtaining the best nautical qualifications available. They are ideal for those who greatly want to expand their knowledge and experience and increase their confidence in commanding a yacht.

It is important to understand that an IYT certificate is a qualification that can be used across the globe.

Therefore, unlike other training organisations, IYT insists on an understanding of IALA Regulations in Areas A & B, weather systems in the North & Southern hemispheres, tidal calculations for the Mediterranean and North America and the effects of tropical revolving storms.

Yachtmaster courses are not for beginners. This eleven-day comprehensive high-level theory and practical course includes assessment papers and written examinations. Candidates are advised that a considerable amount of private study and varied cruising experience is required in addition to the formal instruction provided.

Certificate Limitations

  • Command of a vessel up to 24 meters in length
  • up to 150 miles offshore
Note: Yachtmaster Offshore is a recreational course that can be taught in any language BUT cannot be upgraded to the professional Master of Yachts certificate.


Check in time

8:30

Pre-Requisites

50 days at sea
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3,000 miles logged
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30 hours of night sailing on watch
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Medical examination
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VHF certification
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What's included?

Local knowledge
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Amazing sailing ground
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Shore base course
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Night sailing
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Course notebook
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Insurance
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Fee to our conservation project
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➞ Combine this course with a sailing expedition!

What does this mean? Instead of doing this course in a fixed location, you can optionally set sail towards a destination. We call those adventures our Sailing Expeditions. Accommodation is included in our Sailing Expeditions! If you are searching for adventure and a unique learning experience, you should check this out.

Available combinations:

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Important: Before booking

Before booking any of our expeditions, please make sure to have read all the relevant information showed above and understand all conditions that may apply when joining a sailing expedition. For a better experience onboard for all crew members, some basic rules should be understood and followed. You can find them in this links:

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READ: Terms and conditions

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Structure of the course

The following are the main subjects to be taught during this course. After completion, the student should be competent at an acceptable level.

If you want to know more details about the course outline and subjects, please contact us here.

Requirements

Some of our courses require some qualifications or previous experience from the candidate due to the nature the course.

This are the pre-requirements to book and join this course:

50 days at sea
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3,000 miles logged
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30 hours of night sailing on watch
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Medical examination
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VHF certification
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If you want to know more details about certifications and proven experience onboard, please contact us here.

Downloadable resources

Use this documents to start learning and preparing your course. Please note that you should go through all this information before you start your course with us.

If you need more details on course preparation, please contact us here.

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