RYA Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore Prep & Exam for Sail or Motor

Advanced prep and examination for internationally recognized Yachtmaster certification.

The Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore Prep & Exam course is an advanced RYA-accredited sailing and motor cruising assessment program designed for experienced sailors aiming to achieve one of the most respected qualifications in the maritime industry. The program includes intensive preparation, passage planning, advanced navigation, yacht handling, pilotage, seamanship, and practical examination under the supervision of qualified RYA examiners. Candidates are assessed on their ability to safely skipper a yacht in coastal and offshore conditions by day and night. The qualification is highly regarded worldwide for both recreational and professional maritime careers.

Who Should Take This Course

  • Experienced sailors preparing for Yachtmaster certification
  • Coastal Skipper qualified candidates
  • Professional skipper aspirants
  • Yacht delivery crew and charter captains
  • Sailors seeking advanced offshore competence certification

Who Is It For

Experienced sailors preparing for Yachtmaster certification Coastal Skipper qualified candidates Professional skipper aspirants Yacht delivery crew and charter captains Sailors seeking advanced offshore competence certification

FAQ

Is there a fixed Yachtmaster training course? +

No. Yachtmaster is competency-based. Candidates prepare through experience and preparation weeks before undertaking the official practical exam.

What is covered during the prep week? +

Preparation typically includes:

Advanced navigation
Pilotage
Night sailing
Emergency procedures
Passage planning
Boat handling
Crew management
Exam preparation exercises

What certificates are required before the exam? +

Candidates must hold:

Marine Radio Certificate (SRC or higher)
Valid First Aid Certificate
Photographic ID
Relevant sea-time documentation

Is the exam practical? +

Yes. The Yachtmaster assessment is a practical onboard examination conducted by an RYA examiner.

Available dates

No dates currently available for this course.

Additional Information
Experience
advanced
Minimum Age
18
Course Type

We offer RYA Yachtmaster examinations for both sail and motor. You can choose between doing the exam for Coastal or Offshore Yachtmaster. The requirements for the two exams are different:

Yachtmaster Coastal

  • 800 nautical miles, half of which need to be in tidal waters
  • 12 night hours
  • 2 days as skipper

Yachtmaster Offshore

  • 2500 nautical miles, half of which need to be in tidal waters
  • Offshore passages including overnight trips
  • Multiple passages as skipper

Students must also hold a valid First Aid Certificate and VHF SRC certificate.

 

 

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