Bareboat Skipper (Sail)
International IYT certification for operating sailing yachts up to 24m worldwide
Certificate Limitations:
• Up to 24m
• Coastal waters (up to 20 NM offshore)
Bareboat Skipper Sail
€1500
7–10 days practical training on board
Recognised by charter companies Worldwide
✓ IYT Certified
✓ 7 or 10 Days Practical Training
✓ training locations in Mediterranean & Scandinavian waters
Who This Course Is For
Hands-on training every day on a real yacht.
* Beginners (no prior experience required)
* Future yacht owners
* Those planning to charter yachts abroad
* People who want real hands-on practice, not only theory
What You Will Learn
Practical training 6–8 hours daily on the water
Evening debriefs and applied theory
* Mooring & anchoring
* Sail handling & manoeuvring
* Navigation fundamentals
* Safety & emergency procedures
* Living on board
* Charter procedures abroad
Course Structure
* Online theory (start anytime)
* 7–10 days practical training on board
* Final practical assessment
* IYT Bareboat Skipper certification
* VHF/SRC Radio license
Certification requires a minimum of 200 logged nautical miles and 10 days at sea, which are completed during the course.
What Is Included (€1,500 – 7 Days)
✓ Bareboat Skipper certificate
✓ VHF Radio (SRC)
✓ 7 days practical training
✓ Yacht + certified instructor
✓ Fuel for training
✓ Theory & final exam
✓ Bed linen
✓ Shared double cabin (berth included)
Optional
* ICC certificate — +€300
* Private cabin — +€500
Food & groceries not included.
Accommodation
Students live on board during training.
Standard option: shared double cabin.
Private cabin available.
You may stay ashore and join daily training if preferred.
Locations
Available now:
Greece
Oslo (Norway)
or Your own location
Program and certification remain the same.
Difference is sailing area and climate conditions
Skipper Theory & Registration package – €300
Start your journey today without selecting practical training dates.
This package allows you to begin your theoretical training immediately and secure your place in the school system, while choosing practical training within the next 12 months.
What’s Included:
* Official school registration
* Registration within the IYT system
* Access to IYT Bareboat Skipper online e-learning
* Access to IYT VHF/SRC online e-learning
* Personal course planning consultation
* Priority booking for practical training
* €300 deducted from the full Bareboat Skipper course fee
* Valid for 12 months to schedule practical training
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Important Information:
The €300 payment is non-refundable and secures your place within the school system.
Practical training must be booked within 12 months from the date of registration.
Payment Structure
Payment is step-by-step:
* 20% — booking + access to online theory
* 40% — 30 days before course (confirms your dates)
* 40% — on boarding the yacht
FAQ
No experience required
Minimum age: 16+
Basic English sufficient (RU/UA possible support)
Widely accepted worldwide by charter companies (especially with VHF/SRC).
Ready to Start?
Secure your place on the next training date.
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Certified by IYT – International Yacht Training Worldwide
HTB Yachting is an IYT-recognised training centre delivering internationally accredited yacht certification courses.
Certification recognised worldwide for charter and private yacht operation up to 24 metres.
Yachts We Work With
We work with a range of sailing yachts used for training, inspections, and offshore deliveries.
HTB Yachting is an IYT-Recognized Training Provider offering internationally certified yacht training.
HTB Yachting Team
The HTB Yachting team consists of experienced sailing professionals involved in yacht training, inspections, and deliveries across Europe.
We focus on practical skills, real sea experience, and clear communication, ensuring that every student and client receives professional guidance and reliable support at every stage.
Founder + Sailing Instructor
Andrey is the founder of HTB Yachting and the sailing instructor of the school.
He has extensive offshore sailing experience and is personally involved in training, yacht inspections, and deliveries.
Andrey focuses on practical skills, real sea miles, and responsible decision-making at sea.
Oleksandr Metelov
Sailing Instructor
Oleksander is a sailing instructor with strong practical experience in yacht handling and navigation.
He works closely with students during onboard training and helps them build confidence in real sailing conditions.
Anastasiia Pidkuichenko
School Operations & Student Coordinator
Anastasiia holds an International Bareboat Skipper Sail certificate and a VHF SRC license issued by IYT.
She is responsible for student coordination, course scheduling, documentation, and daily operations of the school.
Anastasiia supports students before, during, and after their training and ensures smooth communication and organization.