ISSA Courses
Master of Yacht
The ISSA Master of Yacht is the highest-level certification within the ISSA training system, representing the pinnacle of yacht command proficiency.
This advanced program is designed for experienced skippers seeking to safely and confidently command sailing yachts up to 24 meters in length, across a wide range of weather conditions and on unlimited coastal and offshore voyages.
This advanced program is designed for experienced skippers seeking to safely and confidently command sailing yachts up to 24 meters in length, across a wide range of weather conditions and on unlimited coastal and offshore voyages.
Course Requirments
Experience required prior training
28 days at sea as skipper or watch leader in at least 2 voyages, at least in 2 sea areas
Age requirement
Over 18 years old
Who can run the training
Advanced Sailing Instructor
Theoretical Topics
Yacht construction
Anchoring
Engine handling
Safety
Lines and springs
Crew management
Handling fenders
Handling yacht under power
Man over board
Handling yacht under sail
Pilotage
Collision regulations
Navigational aids
Terrestrial navigation
Navigating in restricted visibility
Electronic-based navigation
Passage planning
Logbook
International signaling code
Handling sail sheets and halyards
Operating the dinghy
Meteorology
Tides
Marine law
Other skills (ecology, social skills)
Certification required prior training
VHF/SRC and First Aid Certificate
Course Duration
Suggested 7-14 days training, based on the candidates' sailing experience and capabilities
How to submit the application
Only through ISSA-accredited schools
Practical Topics
Vessel stability
Basics of safe onboard operations
Safe operation of elementary yacht systems
Water supply system
Fuel supply system
Elementary yacht sailing equipment and how to use it
Operating the inboard engine
Inboard engine troubleshooting
Operating the outboard engine
Outboard engine troubleshooting
Knots
Lines handling
Safe fenders handling
Safety issues when using an anchor
Safe anchoring
Handling emergency situations
Safety briefing
Crew management in various situations
Safe handling of the yacht under sail
Safe handling of the yacht under power
M.O.B. approach on sails
M.O.B. approach under power
Recovering M.O.B
Practical pilotage application
Reading crucial for safe sailing information from a chart
Using charts / plotting position
Use of magnetic compass
Basic GPS system operation
Basic passage planning rules
Use of various bearing lines
Safe operations of sail sheets and halyards
Waste disposal system
Anchoring with the crew
Safe dinghy operation
Dealing with tides
Dealing with tidal currents
Advanced passage planning
Advanced skills in GPS operation
Familiarity with various electronic aid systems
Using logbook
Practical skills in meteorology
Adventure Awaits on the Open Water.
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