If you have ever wondered, “What does a Deckhand do on a Superyacht Every Day?”, the answer is simple: a little bit of everything. A deckhand helps keep the yacht clean, safe, organised, and ready for guests at all times. Life on a superyacht moves quickly, so...
Understanding the top 5 mistakes first-time deckhands make can help new crew members settle in faster and build a successful career from day one. The yachting industry moves fast, demanding 120% from every crew member onboard. Many beginners, however, make avoidable...
The RYA First Aid course in South Africa gives boaters the practical skills they need to manage medical emergencies at sea. The Royal Yachting Association created this course specifically for the marine environment. People who regularly boat leisurely in South Africa...
If you hold a RYA Powerboat Level 2 certification, you may be wondering: why do I need an RYA Superyacht Tender Operator qualification? Well, if you are building a career in the superyacht industry, you will realise how important the tender operation certificate is....
South African vessels must comply with SAMSA regulations, and then the RYA compliance comes into the picture. In South Africa, the training vessels follow the ‘SAMSA first, RYA second’ policy to maintain RYA standards. In this article, we explain the RYA training...
Cars are not the only mode of transport experiencing the "electric revolution". Boats are 'diving' into this, too. The demand for cleaner marine propulsion has been on the rise. Furthermore, with increasing fuel prices, more and more boat owners in South Africa are...
If you want to turn your powerboating or sailing experience into a professional qualification, the RYA Instructor and RYA Advanced Instructor courses represent two significant milestones. Each course builds technical competence, instructional skill, and professional...
Boating in South Africa offers freedom, adventure, and stunning coastlines. Now, at a bustling boating like Cape Town, first-time boaters are bound to be abundant. And many of them make simple mistakes that lead to stress, damage, or danger on the water. In this...
Working on a yacht can be an honour for a few, and perhaps a luxury for others. However, one thing that remains common is that the yacht crew work is Brutal with a B. Yes, the pay is generous, and the work environment is luxurious. But are you willing to leave...
If you want to work at sea internationally, whether on a merchant ship or a yacht, you must obtain an ENG1 Medical Certificate. The certificate of medical fitness proves that you are physically and mentally fit to work onboard vessels where immediate medical...