Yachtmaster Power, Prep & Exam

with UKSA


 
Activity Instructor
Watersports
Watersports Course
locationLocation:
United Kingdom, Cowes, Isle of Wight
start dateStart date:
31st Mar 2026
salarySalary:
Training courseCheck current prices
contract durationContract duration:
7 days
hours of workHours of work:
Fulltime
accommodation includedAccommodation included
training providedTraining provided

We don't just offer certification and training, as a youth maritime charity, we can offer that something extra. We really look after our young people. Our careers students benefit from mentoring, access to our careers network, realistic careers advice and help with CVs. We have a fantastic fleet, a waterfront 4-acre campus, inspirational instructors, and great facilities.



Yachtmaster Power, Prep & Exam
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Yachtmaster Power, Prep & Exam
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typical day
The course description
a typical day on this course

UKSA's RYA Yachtmaster Power, Prep & Exam Course is a focused, all-inclusive programme designed to prepare experienced mariners for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or Coastal (Power) Certificate of Competence.

Over seven days you will:

*Spend five days on the water with intensive practical preparation, coaching, and scenario-based training.

*Sit the two-day practical examination, conducted onsite by an independent RYA examiner.




ideal candidate
Who are we looking for?
the requirements for this course

You are required to have the necessary sea miles and experience before undertaking the practical preparation, and this must be documented and submitted to the examiner prior to taking the Yachtmaster Offshore exam. The key requirements are:

*Logged 2,500 nautical miles within the past ten years.
*Of these 2,500 miles, at least five must be qualifying passages over 60 miles each, with a minimum of two undertaken as skipper.
*Hold a valid First Aid certificate. If you have an STCW Elementary First Aid certificate, it must have been issued within the last three years.
*Possess a GMDSS-compliant marine radio certificate, such as the RYA VHF Short Range Certificate.
*Completed RYA Day skipper theory or have equivalent knowledge.




our offer
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your adventure training

Course overview:
*Expert tuition
*All aspects of the RYA syllabus are covered
*Train aboard Fenland, Princess 368
*Training delivered in the Solent
*Food and accommodation included

 




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