Bluewater's superyacht crew training centre in Palma de Mallorca, one of the Mediterranean's busiest yachting hubs. The Palma base runs the full crew training pathway, from STCW Basic Safety through deck, engineering and interior qualifications.
Book direct →Bluewater is a well established name in the superyacht industry, combining a crew training academy with crew placement and yacht management services. Its Palma training centre sits at Calle San Juan 4 in Palma de Mallorca, one of the busiest yachting hubs in the Mediterranean. This puts Bluewater's courses close to where many crew live, work and join vessels.
For new and green crew, the Palma centre offers the recognised entry requirements together, including STCW Basic Safety Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2 and the IAMI GUEST Introduction to Superyachts and Yachting Life. Crew can build from this foundation through deck and navigation courses such as Efficient Deckhand, GMDSS and the Yachtmaster modules, engineering courses including the Approved Engine Course, and interior and galley training such as Food Safety at Sea.
Bluewater's training is delivered under recognised maritime accreditations including the MCA, the RYA, the PYA GUEST interior programme, the Nautical Institute and the SQA, with PADI diving courses also available. Courses can be booked through Bluewater's online course search, and a number of options are also offered through e-learning.
The entry requirement for professional yacht crew, covering personal survival techniques, fire prevention and fire fighting, elementary first aid, and personal safety and social responsibilities. Delivered at the Palma training centre.
Book on Bluewater →The standard powerboat handling qualification for deck crew and a common early requirement, run under Bluewater's RYA training centre recognition.
Book on Bluewater →An introductory interior course covering yachting life, etiquette and service standards for crew starting out in the interior department, delivered under the IAMI GUEST programme.
Book on Bluewater →Efficient Deckhand, GMDSS General Operator Certificate, ECDIS, navigation and radar, and the Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore and Ocean modules that build towards Officer of the Watch and Master.
Book on Bluewater →Approved Engine Course modules 1 and 2, alongside general engineering science and marine diesel engineering training for crew moving into the engineering department.
Book on Bluewater →Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting, Proficiency in Security Awareness and Designated Security Duties, Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, and Medical Care and First Aid courses.
Book on Bluewater →Food Safety at Sea, GUEST interior modules and a range of guest service and galley courses for crew building a career in the interior department.
Book on Bluewater →Course availability and prices vary by base and intake. Confirm current dates, locations and pricing directly with Bluewater before booking.