Courses

The Most Popular Courses

Each course listed here has been selected based on real-world usefulness, demand, and feedback from training centers. You can always check with your local I for availability and schedules in your area.

VHF Radio

Learn how to use marine radios for safe and effective communication at sea. ISSA Short Range Operators Certificate is awarded after the training.

Boat Master

A Boat Master license holder is permitted to operate a powerboat up to 16m LOA, both by day and by night, within 12 nautical miles from shore.

Inshore Skipper

The Inshore Skipper license holder is permitted to operate a sailing yacht up to 24m LOA, both by day and by night, within 20 nautical miles from shore.

Offshore Skipper

The Offshore Skipper license holder is permitted to operate a sailing yacht up to 24m LOA, both by day and by night, within 120 nautical miles from shore.

Inland Power Yacht Skipper

An Inland Power Yacht Skipper license holder is permitted to operate a powerboat up to 15m LOA, in inland waters, during daylight hours only, and within 3 nautical miles from shore.

Yacht Crew

This is an entry-level training designed for newcomers to gain essential nautical knowledge and practical skills needed to assist skippers on yachts up to 15m LOA, during daylight hours only.

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Expand Your Skills

At ISSA, learning is a continuous journey. After completing a course, you can further enhance your skills by working through our competence tree. Each step builds on your existing knowledge, from Dinghy to Commercial.

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ISSA Textbooks

ISSA textbooks are written by experienced instructors and trainers, and are updated every few years to reflect the latest research and best practices. Regularly reviewing and refreshing your knowledge with these updated editions is both important and beneficial.

Here are some of the selected ISSA textbooks. To learn more about ISSA learning materials or to purchase them, please contact at ramil.bayramov@issa.global

Yacht Crew

Recommonded for beginners

It is the accompanying textbook for the ISSA Yacht Crew course.

Yacht Crew

Highly recommended for all students

It is the accompanying textbook for the Short Range Operators (VHF) course.

Boat Master

Ideal for sailors with foundational knowledge who are ready to embark on their first sea adventures.

It is the accompanying textbook for the Boat Master course.

Inshore Skipper

This book is designed for sailors looking to advance their skills to an intermediate level.

It is the accompanying textbook for the ISSA Inshore Skipper course.

Dinghy Skipper Level 1

The perfect guide for young beginners learning to sail.

It is the accompanying textbook for the ISSA Dinghy Level 1.

Compatibility of Our Courses with Other Systems

At ISSA Sailing Schools, we understand that many sailors come to us with prior certifications. Our courses are designed to seamlessly integrate with your existing knowledge and skills, allowing you to pick up where you left off and continue your sailing journey.

ICC Compliant

Some of our courses are ICC compliant, ensuring that you meet the international standards for sailing proficiency around Europe.

Recognition Worldwide

ISSA certifications are recognised the world over for chartering, and proof of capability.

Expand Your Skills

Sail Training Section

Power Boat Training Section

Extra Skill Training

ICC Compliant

Recognition Worldwide