FROM NOVICE TO
CAPTAIN IN 2 MONTHS!

Get an ISSA International License to operate yachts up to 24 meters.

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Theory 01

8 weeks of theory classes at ZOOM, once a week, small group, learning from anywhere in the world.

Practice 02

7 days of practice on the high seas under the supervision of an instructor, strengthening yachting skills and practicing all theoretical knowledge

The exam 03

7 days of practice on the high seas under the supervision of an instructor, strengthening yachting skills and practicing all theoretical knowledge

Travel 04

Charter a yacht and plan your first voyage as captain.

THEORY 350 €

Master 13 topics divided into 8 parts. One part = one meeting
General structure of the yacht. Controls under the engine.
Anchorage. Types of mooring
Meteorology. Sailing yacht management.
Determining the location of the vessel. Planning the crossing
IALA sign system
Collision avoidance (ICCC).
Yacht instruments. First aid at sea
Radio communication (VHF), distress signals
Additional units
A big part of the effort is to study the submissions
Knowledge assessment tests
A list of the most critical topics (mostly security-related) will be given
Criterion for successful completion: attendance at meetings, continuous feedback from the cadet or verification of knowledge by the instructor

PRACTICE 1750 €

Verification of knowledge of theory and all critical topics.

Practising the tasks in the following blocks:

Yacht design and safety
Entrance, exit to the marina
Manoeuvres under engine (turns, reversing, turning, drift compensation)
Setting and retracting the sail
Heading upwind, tack changes (overstaying, tacking)
Anchoring
Mooring and unmooring
Route guidance
Positioning, reconnaissance and reconnaissance
Practice of collision avoidance rules (ICCC/COLREG)
MOB – Man Overboard (under motor, under sail)
Other blocks

AND HERE’S WHAT MY STUDENTS ARE SAYING

Andrew, 32

Olena, 25

Kirill, 27

Oleg, 35

Welcome to

Training to be a captain

When

March 2025

Duration

2 month

Number of places

16 seats

Left 4 seats

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Licences from ISSA

International – operate in the external waters of any country in the world without territorial restrictions.

Unlimited – perpetual, does not require reissuance, unlike some other associations' documents.

Day/Night – allow you to operate your boat at any time of day. This is particularly important as there are licences restricted to daytime only. Our course includes a night crossing, so you will have both the necessary skills and the legal right to drive at night.

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You want to be captain already?Then it’s about time we met!

Hi, my name is Sergey Tarasov!

I am an entrepreneur and skipper with over 7 years experience. Certified International Sailing professional. Instructor for school association (ISSA). Trained more than 50 people.

Yachting is the best thing that happened in my life. It is freedom, inspiration, vivid emotions. If you want to become a skipper, I invite you to my course, where we will take you from your dream to your first voyage at the helm.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

On the theoretical part, groups of 16 people are trained, but on the practical part, students come in groups of no more than 4 people, so that everyone can go through all the moments that can be encountered in the open sea or ocean and then successfully pass the exam.

Knowledge of theory and successful mastery of practical units must be demonstrated.

Training can take place in Russian, Ukrainian and English, depending on the group.

The ISSA International Licence allows students to rent a boat/catamaran anywhere in the world (except Russia, USA and PRC) and go as far as 20 miles (~32 km) from shore.