The Yachtmaster level is the ultimate aspiration of every skipper. There are 2 levels of competence: Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore.A qualified RYA Yachtmaster Examiner independent of our Training Centre will give you the chance to demonstrate that you are a competent Yachtmaster.
These are demanding examinations that require that you are able to demonstrate skills to take full responsibility for managing your yacht, crew and navigation. You must have a solid theory background and demonstrate that you are always in control.
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Exam
You may ask an examiner to examine you on board of your own boat or in one of our boats and there isn’t a specific preparation course for the exam.
Frequently, at the level of Yachtmaster Coastal, candidates follow the "RYA Coastal Skipper" course to then take the exam. But for RYA/MCA exams there isn’t a pre-defined preparation course since it depends on your previous experience.
The exam will include an evaluation of your skippering skills, boat handling, seamanship, navigation (theory is included), safety, collision regulations and meteorology.
We can coach you in the specific areas you need to improve with a specific program and after a meeting so we can identify the specific issues you need to work on.
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Yachts
The exam can take place on board of our boats or in your own boat.The boat used must be between 7m (23ft) and 24m (78ft) and be in a seaworthy condition. It must be equipped with the safety equipment mentioned in the RYA Boat Safety Handbook 2nd edition (G103, available in our shop).
The boat must be equipped with a full up to date set of charts and navigational publications and be efficiently crewed, as the examiner will not take part in the management of the boat during the exam.
Requisitos
:: Yachtmaster Coastal Exam
30 days sea time (at least half must have been done in tidal areas); 2 days as skipper; At least 800 nautical miles logged; 12 night hours; VHF Operators Certificate; First Aid Certificate; Minimum age 17.If you hold an "RYA Coastal Skipper" practical course completion certificate the required sea time is reduced to 20 days, 2 days as skipper, 400 miles and 12 night hours.
:: Yachtmaster Offshore
50 days sea time; 5 days as a skipper; 2500 nautical miles logged; 5 passages over 60 miles including 2 overnight and 2 as skipper; VHF Operator's License; First Aid Certificate; Minimum age 18.At least half of miles and passages must have been done in tidal areas.
All seatime must have been completed at least within 10 years of the exam date.
Duration
An exam lasts 8-12 hours (1 candidate) or 10-18 hours (2 candidates). Only 2 candidates can be examined in a period of 24 hours. No more than 4 candidates can be examined in a period of 2 consecutive days.
The duration of the preparation programe will depend on your level of previous experience and the preparation that you wish to have.
Location
Oeiras Yachting Harbor offers access to an outstanding water plan. It offers modern infrastructure with restaurants, shops, showers, parking and boatyard all in a stunning location between Lisbon and Cascais.
Around the marina, you will find several high quality beaches, and ocean swimming-pool and a cycle path by the water.
Its strategic location at the mouth of the river Tagus allows you to experience the Atlantic or otherwise look for the more protected and tidal waters of the river.
It's proximity to Cascais and Lisbon (about 6nm each) as well as the quick exit towards the south for destinations like Sesimbra are also a solid advantage.
Important Notes
All prices include fuel, marina costs and accomodations on board when applicable.These Prices do not include exam fee and examiner travel costs (Yachtmaster Coastal Exam 180£ and Yachtmaster Offshore Exam 220£).
Includes usage of all the safetygear, bed clothing and food when applicable (breakfast, lucnh and 3 dinners on board). The boat will be stocked on your arrival. Includes a free book "RYA Sail Cruising and Yachtmaster Sheme" with your first course with us. Wet weather gear has to be booked in advanc eand has an extra cost of 19,50 € for a 5 day period or 6 € per day. West Coast has all the insurances required by law to operate.Nevertheless we strongly recommend that you buy your own insurance adequate to your specific needs. For example covering cancellation costs, theft, unforseen disease and that does not exclude sailing or powerboating. It is not included in the price: meals ashore, additional books that you might need, trasnfer between the airport and the marina (still we can help booking a transfer or a taxi).
Warranty
We always thought that "Satisfaction Guaranteed" is not a very inspiring sentence. We want you to be satisfied of course, but we prefer that you are absolutey delighted with your experience and training.We are proud of the job we do so we are not happy if you are not happy. If, for any reason, you are unhappy with the activity or experience you have chosen you can repeat it at no additional cost.
In what training is concerned we cannot guarantee that you will always pass and get your certificate. But we can assure you that we will do our best so that you can reach your objectives.
PorTherefore we are the only traiing centre to offer you a "Learning Agreement" and second chance, assuring that you can repeat your course or activity (or parts of it) at no additional cost. Our objective is to improve your skill and assure you a memorable experience so we are commited with the result and pretty confident that West Coast will stand up to your expectations.
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