We provide the IYT Bareboat Skipper (Sail & Power) certificate.

The course is delivered by our school as an IYT-Recognized Training Provider, with certification issued by International Yacht Training (IYT).

The certificate allows you to:

• Skipper sailing and motor yachts up to 24 meters (78 ft)

• Sail in coastal waters (typically up to 20 nautical miles offshore)

• Charter yachts with most charter companies worldwide, subject to local requirements

No.

This is an internationally recognised certificate, not a national boat-driving license.

It is designed specifically for international chartering and recreational sailing.

Training is conducted in Greece or in Norway,

mainly in the Athens – Poros sailing area or Oslo Norway

All courses are run in a live-aboard format, with students staying onboard the yacht for the duration of the training.

• Standard format: 10 days live-aboard

• For candidates with prior sailing experience, a shortened practical format (6–7 days) may be possible, subject to assessment

Yes.

The IYT Bareboat Skipper course is suitable for:

• Complete beginners

• Sailors with previous experience who want an international certificate

To be issued the IYT Bareboat Skipper certificate, students must complete:

• The practical training course, and

• A total of 10 days at sea and 200 logged nautical miles

The training contributes toward these requirements.

If additional sea time is required, we provide guidance on correct logbook completion.

The price includes:

• Accommodation onboard the yacht

• Professional instructor

• Practical sailing training

• Onboard theory sessions

• Fuel and port fees during training

• Final practical and theoretical exams

• IYT Bareboat Skipper certificate

• VHF/SRC radio certificate

Food is typically organised and shared by the crew.

The booking process consists of:

1. Submitting a training request

2. Confirmation of availability and dates

3. Issuance of a training agreement

4. Payments according to the agreed schedule

Once the training agreement is signed, payments are structured as follows:

• 20% deposit to confirm the booking

• 40% payment due no later than 30 days before the course start date

• 40% balance payable on the first day of training

Yes.

Courses are available in different seasons, with:

• Winter courses (limited dates, special conditions)

• Spring–Summer courses (main season)

Available dates are provided individually upon request.

All training is delivered by our school as the primary training provider.

Certification is issued by International Yacht Training (IYT).