
TRAINING FOR A DECKHAND POSITION ON LUXURY SUPERYACHTS
The SYTA Course is your passport to the exciting world of luxurious superyachts, sailing charters and deliveries.
Superyacht Training Academy’s Advanced Deckhand Career Course has been specially designed to meet the ever growing demand for well-trained professional crew on luxury yachts and superyachts. This course is the ideal entry route into this exciting industry and the minimum qualifications any new candidate needs. The Advanced Deckhand Career Course offers the simplest and most effective way to gain entry level employment as a deckhand or crew aboard yachts of all size superyachts.
The Advanced Deckhand Career Course is a stepping stone into the industry.
A good deckhand is courteous, well presented and is always willing to learn. The knowledge and skills needed to perform the job are not difficult to learn, but the attitude and art of good service is something that takes training and practice. The position requires a blend of responsibility, maturity and self-discipline to provide exceptional service. You will need meticulous attention to detail both in your duties and in your personal presentation.
This is the simplest and most effective way to gain entry level employment as a Deckhand onboard yachts of all sizes.
As an Advanced Deckhand, you’ll have the upper hand with your competition with thorough knowledge and training of the following:
- Leadership: lead wash downs, be in control of tender operations
- All products and product management
- Crew management and organisation
- Tender driving, mooring operations
- Rigging and working aloft
- Topcoat painting and fibreglass repairs
- Splicing of lines
This is an exciting career, leading to travel and adventure opportunities worldwide.
Duration
4 Weeks
Location
V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Courses Included

IS THIS COURSE IDEAL FOR YOU?
INTEREST
You are exploring career options in superyachts or sailing charters
EDUCATION
You have completed matric or tertiary education
TRAVEL
Keen to travel and explore your personal horizons
EARN
well-paid job in the superyacht industry or sailing charters
ACCOMMODATION
Apprenticeship Program
Mediterranean
Caribbean
*Typical entry-level salary
Ready to begin your Superyacht Career?
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