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If you have decided to undergo the Royal Yacht Association Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence, then you will know that it is a well-respected and highly-regard qualification the world over. It helps you to prove your experience as a skipper and can open doors in many places.

Preparation course is an excellent way to get yourself ready for the examination. You will need to already have sufficient experience on the sea, and examination training is designed to refresh your skills so that you are totally prepared on the day of your exam. It can also help you to get familiar with the yacht you will be taking your exam on and helps you to get to know your crew and the other candidates.

Most candidates for the RYA Offshore Certification of Competence require at least some training beforehand. That’s because preparation helps to fill any holes in your knowledge, replenish your theory skills, and we’ll have many opportunities to correct and teach where mistakes are being made. It is an excellent way to polish up your skills.

What to expect from our sailing courses

Our sailing course are similar to those for motorboat enthusiasts in that they run over a few days and in the early stages our instructors will be able to give you an idea of where your weaknesses are. From here, we can work on these areas, as well as the topics we always cover which includes man overboard recovery, passage planning, skippering techniques, navigation in low visibility, close quarters handling, and knowledge of the International Collision Regulations.

Be prepared for a tough week and know that if our instructors don’t yet think you’re ready for the examination, they will let you know. You can then find further training to ensure you’re ready when you eventually take the exam.

Experience Required

- You must be 18 years of age

- You must have completed the Yachtmaster Theory Course

- You will need to have a minimum of 50 days at sea and 2500 miles logged

- You will need to have undertaken 5 passages over 60 miles

- You must have 5 days experience as a skipper

- At least have this experience must be in tidal water and all within the past 10 years

What You’ll Need on the Day

Though you’ll be doing your training in the Balearic Islands, we can’t always predict the weather on the open sea. As such, it is best to come prepared with clothing for all weathers and you should bring lots of sun protection.

After the Course

You’ll have gained a lot of experience from this course, and you will have refreshed your skills and be ready to take on the Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence examination. If our instructors feel you would benefit from further training, then they can help you find the right course to get you in shape for your exam.

Thinking about booking a sailing course? Why not contact us today to take your training to the next level?