YACHTMASTER OFFSHORE POWER AND SAIL
The theory course consists of a six-day high-level course with written exams. The practical course consists of a five-day liveaboard power or sail course that teaches navigation skills. Participants in the theory course will gain a deep understanding of navigation, meteorology, and safety at sea. The liveaboard practical course provides an opportunity to apply these skills in a real-world setting while learning to operate a power or sailboat.
COURSE CONTENT:​​
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International collision regulations
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Navigational charts and publications
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Dead reckoning and estimated positions
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Position fixing
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Tides and currents
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Pilotage
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Safety at sea
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Meteorology
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Ropework
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Anchoring
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Boat handling
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Docking and Passage planning.
REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced power or higher courses
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*the theory course must be passed before enrolling in the practical liveaboard course.
Any of our partner schools may take them.
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LIMITATIONS:
24 Meters, 150 Miles from the coast
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DURATION:
6 Days for sail, 5 days for power
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MINIMUM AGE: From 18 years
