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• Crowd Management / Crisis Management and Human Behaviour
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• ⚡Lithium-ion Battery Safety Awareness on Superyachts
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We are an MCA approved and RYA endorsed superyacht crew training school. Our expert team are committed to providing outstanding training either at our onshore facilities in Antibes, or onboard your yacht... or ours.

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We have two training vessels in close proximity to our classrooms so crew can experience full hands on training in well-equipped vessels without having to travel.

Antibes and the Port of Golfe Juan are ideal locations for training courses in the South of France. Our training facilities are only 3 mins away from train stations & 30 minutes from Nice Airport.

We offer excellent training facilities in spacious and fully equipped classrooms (specialised books and instruments are available to purchase at the beginning of every course).

We have very flexible teaching dates that are available all year round upon request.

We can arrange local accommodation for crew at attractive prices throughout the year.

We offer special prices for crew members on a selection of courses.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

Amazing experience with both the STCW and GUEST interior training. The biggest plus with Seascope compared to other maritime schools is the amount of hands on training. The instructors want for you to thoroughly understand and master the course objectives and truly want the best for you. Erin Hill

A thoroughly professional and enjoyable experience doing my STCW refresher course with Seascope last week, with enthusiastic and diligent instructors, hence it was mine and the entire crews second time doing our refresher courses with them. William Broderick

I can not recommend Sophie and the team at Seascope highly enough. They went out of their way to accommodate myself last minute and the course was of the highest standard. I will definitely return! Alan Vermeulen

Went to SEASCOPE Antibes for the STCW. It was an amazing week, Ged and Paul were really kind and helpful. I 100% recommend doing a training with them! Alicia Soreau

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Seascope France

With more than a decade of experience, Seascope France, an award-winning superyacht crew training company, offers STCW Basic Safety, Refresher, Advanced Fire courses, RYA Powerboat level 2, Jetski License and Jetski Instructor, Yachtmaster offshore and  Interior / Yacht Steward(ess) training. Their training courses are approved by the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA), Royal Yachting Academy (RYA), and the IAMI/GUEST association.

The friendly and professional team at Seascope France are always happy to advise on the training course and guide through your career in the yachting industry. Their highly qualified instructors are experts in their domains and enjoy sharing their passion and knowledge with every student who comes to train with Seascope France. The school has three fully-equipped classrooms in Antibes and Golfe-Juan located in the proximity of port and modern fire training facilities in Contes, next to Nice.

Many students trained by Seascope France are currently employed as deckhands and stews on superyachts around the Mediterranean and beyond. On top, the school regularly runs updating proficiency and advanced training for experienced seafarers and helps aspiring yacht masters achieve their goals.

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RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Exam

Full details of the exam syllabus and requirements are shown in the RYA Yachtmaster Scheme Syllabus and Logbook (G158) available from the webshop (see right).

RYA Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams can be taken under sail or power and your certificate will be endorsed accordingly. The candidate or a training centre provides the boat and the RYA provides an examiner. Note: All qualifying sea time and passages must be gained on vessels appropriate to the type of exam i.e. gained in sailing vessels for a sail exam and power vessels for a power exam.

There is no formal training course leading up to the exam, but those who have not previously taken RYA courses often find it useful to book themselves in for some informal training at an RYA centre prior to their exam. This training can be tailor-made to your specific needs and helps to fill any gaps in your knowledge that may become apparent.

The exam will include an assessment of your skippering skills, boat handling, general seamanship, navigation, safety awareness and knowledge of the IRPCS, meteorology and signals.

Boats used for exams

You may use your own boat or a boat that you have chartered or borrowed. You will be responsible for ensuring the boat is seaworthy and suitable for the area in which the exam takes place and equipped as shown below.

The boat used must be between 7m and 18m (LOA) and be in sound, seaworthy condition, equipped to the standard set out in the RYA Boat Safety Handbook 2nd Edition (code G103). The boat must be equipped with a full up to date set of charts and navigational publications along with working instruments and either plotter or GPS. In addition to the candidate there should be two crew on board as the examiner will not take part in the management of the boat during the exam.

There may be vessels that will meet the guidelines outlined above but by virtue of their layout, construction, handling characteristics or other factors may be unsuitable for use for an RYA Yachtmaster Practical examination. The RYA reserves the right to refuse an exam on a vessel that, in the view of the RYA Chief Examiner, will not allow the examiner to conduct an examination to the standard required by the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Qualification Panel.

Before you book your exam please check that you:

• can provide a boat
• have completed the required mileage and experience as skipper
• hold an SRC (Short Range Certificate) or higher level GMDSS radio operators qualification
• hold a valid first aid certificate
• have read the syllabus in RYA Logbook (G158)
• have read and comply with the pre-requisites above.

Additionally if not on the boat, you will need to bring to the exam:

• laminated or waterproof charts
• GPS set (may be hand held)
• tide tables
• pilotage information for the local area, eg pilot books, port information etc
• plotting instruments.
• Photographic ID card or document, such as a passport or driving licence

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

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RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore is one of the most highly respected and prestigious sailing qualifications in the world and we pride ourselves on training many high calibre Yachtmaster Candidates. Exam Preparation Courses are delivered by one of our fully qualified and extremely experienced RYA Yachtmaster Instructors.

Please click here to see the progression of RYA Sailing Practical Courses and the recommended path for both theory and practical courses.

We have also put together some details notes on The Yachtmaster exam here.

The week starts with an assessment day, when the instructor will gauge your strengths and weaknesses. The rest of the time will be spent improving weak areas in order to prepare you for the exam. You will take command of the yacht on short passages, by day and night. You will be required to navigate in a seamanlike manner, with both efficiency and safety. Your instructor will give you guidance and coaching on boat handling techniques both at sea and in a confined space.

Examiners expect a high level of expertise, particularly in safety critical exercises such as man overboard, or sailing down wind. Your instructor will also ensure that the theory subjects, in particular meteorology, IRPCS, buoyage and passage planning are not new to you.  At the end of the week, you will be given an honest debrief, leaving you confident in your own ability, taking the exam if you feel ready to do so.

At the end of the preparation course, the instructor will leave the process and an Independent RYA Examiner will come aboard to conduct the exam. Every student will be examined on how they skipper the yacht on short passages and complete various other tasks.

Although this is a sailing exam, you will be expected to be familiar with all the vessels systems which includes knowledge of engines to at least the level of the one-day RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance course .

A knowledge of the operation of radar and GPS is also expected.

The examiner will want to see you dock the boat under engine in a variety of circumstances possibly alongside and stern-to. He/she may set you a challenge to dock in a particular place or ask you to choose. He/she will also expect you to be able to handle and turn the vessel in a confined space with awareness of the effects of the prevailing conditions. You will also be expected to be able to handle the vessel under sail in a confined space and this may include sailing on and/or off a mooring, your anchor or a dock. The examiner is looking for good boat control, use of crew, wind awareness and a good lookout for other vessels in the area. Once at sea it is a legal requirement to keep a log. This doesn’t have to be detailed but the examiner will want to see that you know where you are at all times. Don’t be afraid to reef, we are cruising not racing, but at the same time make sure you have enough sail up to keep the vessel going. Also make sure you have practiced your classic navigation as fixing your position, CTS and EP may all come into the exam. Also be comfortable with tidal problems and operation of the GPS, specifically the one on the exam vessel.

Cost is $1695 plus RYA Exam fee of around $300 [depends on exchange rate]. Please click on the ' Training Dates & Booking ' button on the right to check available dates.

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Zephyr Yachting’s  Crew Training courses  are the perfect start for those looking to enter the superyacht industry, and a great opportunity for those looking to improve their resume. Either you are looking to start a career in Yachting or looking to update your training, Zephyr Yachting provides you the very best crew training ! We provide packages and trainings with all the certifications and accreditations you’ll need to start your career, or to improve your skills in other areas.

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Bluewater is the longest established dedicated yacht crew training provider. As superyachts have grown larger in length, more technical and more complex to run, the demand for quality yacht crew training courses has increased year after year. Read More

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Rya training courses from barcelona palamos, mile building, adventure sailing, rya power boat, rya/mca master of yachts 200gt fasttack sail..

Our RYA Instructors, have been working in the industry for many years; all are fully employed and full time Professional Skippers – RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Instructors who deliver RYA Power Boat and RYA Sail Training at every level. We specialise in delivering intensive Fast Track Sailing Courses for students from around the world. Our RYA Recognised Training Centre is based to the north of Barcelona in Palamos. We also Sail from Gibraltar Queensway Quay (Fast Track), Barcelona Port Olympic (Mile Building) and Barcelona L’Escala Spain (Mile Building). Three vibrant yachting destinations – and you can benefit from Training at all locations. We offer careers advice, CV preparation, and references for all of our Intensive Training and Fast Track Students. Internal transfers are included for Mile Building (if weather prevents sailing) within our Fast Track Courses so you can Train in The Worlds Best Sailing Locations Antibes and Palma Majorca MCA Stcw 10, Barcelona and Gibraltar at no extra cost!

Fast Track Yachtmaster and YachtmasterPLUS Benefits Include:

• All Internal Transfers for Mile Building between Gibraltar and Barcelona Fly Vueling or Ryanair, train and bus to Gibraltar. Reverse trip if needed.
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We have been delivering intensive Fast Track Power and Sail courses for many years. The courses are delivered and written by our experienced RYA Shorebased Instructor Team to ensure you receive the right training at the most appropriate time. The equipment we provide is first class, there are no short cuts. From your choice of accommodation to the yachts that we choose, everything is designed with our students in mind. We also provide Maritime English Language Training Courses and Language Training for Gap Year Students.

Fast Track Courses are designed for students who need

• Professional Qualifications for a career in the leisure industry
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• And for those of you who want Time Out to Experience a different way of life

Our range of Fastrack courses can be taken individually or you can amalgamate courses from different modules to meet the skills that you require.

Choose from the following Fast Track Courses

• Fast Track RYA/MCA Yachtmaster 14 weeks
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• Fast Track RYA Day Skipper 3 weeks
• Fast Track PADI Divemaster 8 weeks

All of the above courses are recognised as Professional Qualifications for those students wanting to work in the Leisure Industry, we undertake to guide you through the entire process to Commercially Endorse your licences. Maritime English language Training is available.

You must be medically fit to undertake any of the above courses, Medical forms ENG 1 or ML5 apply for RYA/MCA Power or Sail Qualifications. PADI Divers will also require a Medical Certificate to undertake our PADI Dive Courses.

All of our weekly courses and specialised 1 day courses can be added together to make a bespoke course for you, or in the case of Super Yachts relevant to the job being undertaken onboard.

Our courses from Power Boat and Sail to MCA STCW 10 all come with the option to take shorebased accommodation if required. We provide Maritime English language Training for RYA/MCA Courses and Tuition in a Foreign Language for Gap Year Students.

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RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Conversion Sail To Power

About the course

What you need to know:.

• Place: Golfe Juan
• You must have a Minimum of 1250 miles with 25 days living on board
• 3 days as skipper
• 3 passages over 60 miles including 1 overnight and 1 as skipper
• Duration: 2 days (one day practice + next day exam)
• Price: 600 euros + RYA exam fees £116

What you will learn

Holders of the Yachmaster Coastal or Yachtmaster Offshore sail CoC may take a Conversion exam to obtain equivalent Power CoC.

• Cost €600 + £116 RYA Exam Fee / person
• Duration 2 Days
• Location Antibes

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RYA Certificates of Competence

Prove your ability and experience as a skipper with an rya certificate of competence.

Available at Advanced Powerboat and RYA Yachtmaster® Coastal, Offshore and Ocean level, RYA Certificates of Competence are well known qualifications that are highly respected worldwide.

Unlike other RYA qualifications, Certificates of Competence are not issued following a formal training course but are achieved by successfully completing an exam testing your skill, knowledge and experience.

So whether you’re a recreational boater looking to put your skills to the test, or need a professional qualification and commercial endorsement to work on the water, find out everything you need to know below.

The pinnacle of yachting qualifications. Find out what it takes to become an RYA Yachtmaster.

Provided you have sufficient experience, seatime and the required certificates, you can put yourself forward for an exam to test your skills and knowledge.

The RYA training schemes will take you all the way from beginner to exam level. As well as the required certification, there are a number of other RYA courses you might find useful.

With the backing of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) we ensure RYA qualifications are recognised and respected throughout the world.

We are constantly monitoring and improving our courses and exams. Find out more about how we measure exam feedback to ensure the highest levels of satisfaction and confidence.