RYA Yachtmaster Offshore

A skipper with this qualification is capable of leading a sailing yacht on voyages that do not require knowledge of celestial navigation.

Course information

A certification that represents both reaching the Everest of sailing and unlocking new, even greater opportunities. Significant prior competence in boat handling and crew management is essential for this course, which is more of a mentorship program designed to prepare you for the demanding exam.

Candidates for the Yachtmaster Offshore certification are expected to be excellent sailors and experienced skippers with a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge.

During the exam, it is essential to demonstrate confidence and efficiency in boat handling and crew management, with a strong emphasis on safety and the ability to maneuver in various conditions. The practical exam also includes a theoretical knowledge test, which must be at least at the level of RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Theory.

Both the course and the exam are conducted in English.

Information & terms

Course length: 4 days of training, followed by the exam conducted by an external examiner who replaces the instructor on board. The exam typically concludes on Friday evening, with the option to stay overnight until Saturday morning
Age limit: 18 (during exam)
Examination: During the final 2 days, an external examiner boards the yacht and assigns comprehensive tasks covering all required areas for this certification. Based on performance, the certification is awarded. However, all necessary knowledge and skills can be acquired through our theoretical and practical courses.
Doporučené předchozí zkušenosti: Theoretical knowledge at the RYA Yachtmaster Theory level 2,500 nautical miles sailed – at least half in tidal waters 50 days at sea, including at least 5 passages over 60 nautical miles At least 5 passages as skipper, 2 of which must include overnight sailing, with a minimum of 5 days as skipper in total Required: SRC (VHF Radio Operator) and First Aid certificates Recommended: Sea Survival Course and Diesel Engine Course
Course content: Exam preparation, identification of weak areas, and refining essential skills to the required standard
Books and learning materials: RYA Yachtmaster RYA Sail Cruising Scheme Syllabus and Logbook

Pricing information

The practical course fee includes: accommodation on a fully RYA-certified sailing yacht, including all fees, mooring in the home marina, instruction from an RYA-certified instructor, course materials, and certification fees.

The course fee does not include: the exam fee (£241 per person), harbor fees outside the home marina, fuel consumed during the week, and food costs (shared equally among participants), as well as personal and travel insurance and transportation to the course location.

Candidates for the exam also equally share the examiner’s travel expenses, which typically do not exceed approximately €70 per person.

Before the course, we can connect all registered participants to coordinate shared transportation and other arrangements.