Langebaan Lagoon offers the only RYA approved sailing examination waters in South Africa. The lagoon is the perfect sail training playground, with tides, streams, commercial traffic, calm and rough seas to provide for all training requirements.
The Royal Yachting Association National Powerboat Certificate (Level II) is a two-day entry level course and is recognised by the UK MCA as a certificate of competency for the operation of small powerboats. It is ideal for those seeking a qualification to operate yacht tenders.
By obtaining this certificate, it will enhance your chances of gaining work on a yacht. It is recognised by most European administrations for the operation of small craft less than 10m.
*** RYA Powerboat Level 2 Powerboat Handling Certificate issued upon successful completion ***
RYA/MCA Day Skipper to Yachtmaster & Steward/ess courses for those starting out in Super Yachting industry
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We provide Skippers Training Courses such as the SAMSA Skippers license is required for powered vessels under 9 meters with an engine over 15hp. We provide training as qualified skippers to the requirements set out by SAMSA. The Exam includes a written paper Oral questions & practical test. As well as being SAMSA skippers your tutor will also be trained as a powerboat instructor in the RYA scheme. We use independent examiners which are arranged for you. We’re able to personalise a program for you. Contact us now for more information.
This course is the perfect introduction to Powerboating. An informative 2-day course that covers all you need to obtain the ICC under 10m license for international boating. This license is also one of the key qualifications when entering the Superyacht Industry as crew, both Deckhands & Steward/ess will benefit from this course, giving them the ability to drive the small tenders when needed whilst working on the Superyachts, this will give you an edge when looking for employment.
Courses run every week, contact us for more information and our next available dates.
These certificates are used all over the world by Superyacht Deck Crew, Yachtmasters, Stewardesses, Charters, safety and rescue services. The certificate issued on RYA center yachts is only for the yacht your on. It cannot be transferred as you move yachts. The certificate issued from RYA centers in Cape Town are valid for life within international guidelines on any yacht.
The rules and regulations around Europe require anyone using a PWC (Jet Ski) to hold a certificate of competency. The local Police are fining individuals and yachts on the spot fines of 500 euros or more. The regulations are being tightened up all over the world.
A must-have for anyone wishing to work in the Superyacht industry Powerboat Level II is an introductory powerboat training course which is a must-have for anyone wishing to work in the Superyacht industry. This will give you the license to drive a small powerboat often used on the Superyachts to take crew or guests to shore. The Powerboat Level II Course will give you an understanding of parts of the boat and terminology, engine checks, rules around safe marina navigation, docking, mooring and man overboards.
Most importantly, you will receive the best of both worlds – certification to drive someone else’s boat as well as the opportunity to gain the experience and knowledge to be safe at sea.
Venue : V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Experience requirement: None
Duration: 2 days
Accommodation: Crew Accommodation on request.
Qualification : Powerboat Level II Certificate
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The Powerboat Level 2 or RIB Master is it is known by the IYT, forms part of the career package we would recommend to anyone wishing to pursue a career as a deckhand in the yachting industry.
This three day course covers two days of theory and one day of practical boat handling including:
Safety at sea VHF Radio operations Small powerboats and rigid inflatable boats Launching and recovery Anchors and anchoring Nautical terminology Boat handling under power Man overboard procedures Ropes and rope-work
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The 2 day RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is conducted in Cape Town, South Africa and provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a Superyacht tender (powerboat).
Similar to a driving license, you are required to be in possession of a valid powerboat license before you may legally operate at sea. As a professional formality, each crew member should complete their RYA Powerboat Level 2 course in order to fulfil their job role and be an active member of the crew.
Our training consists of practical and theoretical exercises. Training vessels used include: 5m Explorer Tender & 4.5m RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat), also used for our RYA Superyacht Tender Operator Course.
Your instructors (ex-superyacht crew), with many years’ experience, will teach you all the skills required to drive a powerboat safely & confidently. In addition, and one of the only companies to add value in this way, we go a step further and include Superyacht specific tender operating procedures which is sure to impress your superior or Captain.
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RYA SAS Accredited Skippers Training Courses
The RYA Powerboat Certificates of Competence are used all over the world by skippers working around harbours and offshore. International commercial (RYA/MCA) and recreational ICC certificates available. We are the leading skipper training academy in South Africa. Our courses cover local training, exams for South Africa and specialist courses for people boating abroad.
This includes Superyacht crew, Yachtmaster, Stewardesses , Fishing/Dive charters, and Harbour Masters. The advanced commercial qualifications allow skippers to work on 24 meter powerboats up to 20 miles off shore during the day and night. This is equivalent to the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Motor Cruising Certificate. All these courses and exams are supported by the MCA. Other courses compliment these key qualifications.
Anyone joining the Superyacht industry will be pleased to hear that the new RYA Tender Operators course is now available with us. See the information below.
Our RYA Powerboat Level 2 course offers a thorough introduction to powerboat handling. It is often used as the prerequisite for attending other courses and is the perfect introduction to power-boating for anyone wanting to attend a practical informative 2-day training course. It can also provide valuable experience for anyone looking to gain the SAMSA under 9m skippers license.
The Yacht industry widely accepts this certificate as a starting point for their crew. However, the benchmark is moving and for crew wishing to drive the full range of tenders, a yacht officer will need to have some practical experience and have other courses such as the Tender Operator or Advanced powerboat course and for those with a season’s experience the Advance Exam and commercial endorsement.
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Your level 2 certificate can also have the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) for vessels up to 10 m / 33ft. We also offer the CEVNI (European inland waterways theory) test. The ICC is only available to people aged 16 years+, British and SA nationals and others can apply for this. Please contact us to confirm eligibility.
SAMSA training and exams can also be linked into the course. This allows you to enjoy power-boating in South Africa and with the RYA certificates most of the pleasure boating world.
The Yacht Captains and the Professional Yacht Association (PYA) along with the RYA recognised the need for more skilled and knowledgeable tender skippers. This course is for the Superyacht deck crew and stewardesses wishing to drive the yachts tenders. It will be a perfect stepping stone to the Advanced Powerboat course and exam.
Aim: To teach tender driving up to the required standard to carry passengers and other crew members to and from the superyacht by day and night.
Candidates should gain an appreciation of their role as tender skipper and their responsibilities in addition to helming skilfully.
Entry requirements: Must hold the RYA Powerboat Level 2 with coastal endorsement. It is recommended that candidates hold a valid First Aid Certificate and the RYA VHF/SRC certificate.
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This course covers boat handling, seamanship, day & night pilotage and coastal navigation up to the standards required to drive a powerboat safely by day and night in tidal coastal waters.
This course in conjunction with the exam and commercial endorsement is used all over the world for boat skippers working anything up to 20 miles off shore. This could include Super Yacht tenders, chase boats, fishing and dive charters, Police, rescue, oil rigs, harbour masters and others looking for MCA endorsed certificate of competence.
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We will be pleased advise you on the course/s you need.
This Exam is required for persons looking to gain a commercial endorsement and for and Powerboat instructors looking to become Advanced Instructors. The exam is not required for anyone holding the Yachtmaster Power C of C.
Entry requirements:
Minimum age: 17
Exam duration: 3 to 8 hours depending on numbers, maximum 3 students, Exam will include night driving and navigation.
Prices include: Payment is paid direct to RYA, a local fee for RIB hire and fuel will also apply.
Commercial Endorsement: Required if you wish to drive an MCA coded boat up to 24m in length / 80 gross tons to Category 3 (20 miles from a safe haven, day and night).
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This is not a course, once you have all the certificates they are sent to the RYA for your endorsement.
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Situated in the heart of the stunning city of Cape Town, we are exclusively the only Sailing Academy in Cape Town that offers theory courses, practical courses, culinary courses plus student accommodation from within the V & A Waterfront. We provide world-class training programmes that equip superyacht and sailing personnel to perform at their optimum.
RYA COMPETENT CREW
RYA DAY SKIPPER THEORY
RYA DAY SKIPPER PRACTICAL
RYA YACHTMASTER THEORY COURSE
RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL II
RYA PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
RYA DIESEL ENGINE
SOUTH AFRICAN DAY SKIPPER SAILING
SAMSA SRC / VHF RADIO
INTRODUCTION TO EFFICIENT DECKHAND THEORY
DECKHAND COURSE
ADVANCED DECKHAND COURSE
STEWARDESS COURSE
MASSAGE COURSE
FOOD SAFETY LEVEL II
INTRODUCTORY CHEF COURSE
CHEF COURSE
INTRODUCTION TO BARISTA COURSE
ADVANCED BEVERAGE SERVICE
INTRODUCTION TO MIXOLOGY
ADVANCED BARTENDING & MIXOLOGY
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This course is absolutely essential for all crew (Deckhands, Engineers, Steward/esses and Chefs). Superyacht guests are regularly ferried/tendered between the yachts and the shore. It is imperative that the crew hold this license for all tender driving duties required. We strive to keep the highest standard on this one.
This course covers all aspects of powerboat driving.
On successful completion, the students are issued the RYA Power Boat Level II Certificate/License card.
This Personal Watercraft Course licenses you to operate jet-skis globally. It also forms part of the steppingstone license towards your PW Instructor license. We are often tasked as deck crew, to entertain the yacht owners and their kids/guests on the PW’s/jet-skis. A vital license to hold for your duties on board, as well as employment.
It is difficult to find a qualification more superyacht specific than the PW Instructors course. Here, crew will deliver a swift shortened course of basic instruction to guests on board, licensing them to legally operate jet-skis in the Mediterranean, USA, Bahamas, Carribean, etc.
If guests are stopped nowadays and do not have the license they are fined. As a result the PW Instructor has become one of the most sought-after qualifications for crew and is a standout on a CV (as you will notice on job listings). It is important that crew have some form of prior experience on skis, please contact us to find out more.
This new qualification was launched in 2015 at the Monaco Boat Show. This was brought about through a collective effort from the RYA and PYA (Professional Yachting Association), as there have been growing calls from within the superyacht industry to step up the skills of entry-level crew with regards to tender driving and safety, especially during night hours.
An extension to your Powerboat level II (PB2), adding an additional two days dedicated to the Tender Operator’s course will produce an excellent, skilled and confident powerboat handler who is confident in night op’s, navigation and advanced docking manoeuvres.
Note: You must already hold a RYA PB Level II certificate as well as VHF before you can complete this course.
Cape Town could not be a better training ground for this course with its city and Monaco-like setting and large city backscatter to get your navigation nice and strong. We also simulate
chartwork and familiarisation scenarios for Cannes-Antibes-Nice, Palma de Mallorca and Miami-Fort Lauderdale. A favourite between our senior/experienced instructors to teach and impart knowledge.
A Radio Operators License is a key qualification for professional communication between ships and ports/marinas. This is a theory and practical course about understanding communication at sea.
A strong attribute when assisting on bridge watch, and necessary for qualification progress. Please note an additional £60 fee paid directly to RYA.
Your duties as an assistant watchkeeper on the bridge mean you are there to assist the certified watchkeeper (OOW) to maintain a good lookout, identify targets (on radar) and transfer key information on vessel aspect (direction), size of vessel, speed, special conditions, course changes and ARPA.
We provide crew with a solid navigational base for target tracking, position fixing and other lookout duties. Our simulators give “real-time” pressure and action to situations programmed in by the instructor. Career progression starts on the bridge.
Advance your navigational theory and step towards your Yacht Master understanding where you solidify your drive to become a valuable crew member on the bridge by taking on responsibility for the absolute safety of all the guests and crew.
With the recent changes to the manning requirement on yachts, crew now have the opportunity to progress much faster on the qualification front. Getting this theory program done sooner will assist in applying navigation skills to make the step-up in qualification more fluid.
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The Power Boat Level II is an essential course for deck crew working in the superyacht industry. It is also advisable for steward/stewardesses, and engineers to hold a powerboat license. This two-day entry-level course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat in a safe and effective manner. The powerboat level II is a requirement for crew wishing to drive a superyacht tender up to 10m.
The majority of the course is practical with a short theory classroom session. The theory learning will continue during the practical training and assessment. The powerboat level II usually takes two days to complete, weather permitting. The topics covered are as follows:
Apart from providing a strong base upon which powerboat handling skills can be built, the powerboat level 2 course is the basis for the ICC (International certificate of competence). A commercially endorsed power boat level II certificate can be used to transport guests and passengers, in tenders up to 10m in length.
The RYA Powerboat level II certificate does not have an expiry date.
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