Superyacht Deckhand

The comprehensive Yacht Deckhand course equips individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career as a deckhand, whether they are the sole deckhand on a smaller yacht or part of a larger team on a superyacht.  Tailored for those with little to no exposure to the superyacht industry, the course covers a range of topics including industry information, general deck procedures, wash-downs, maintenance, cleaning procedures, line handling, knots and more. 

Course Structure

The course schedule is designed to cover various aspects of the yachting industry over two days. 

Day 1: 

Introduction to the yachting industry

• Understanding your role onboard and how to add value to your position
• Code of conduct onboard
• Cruising areas
• Daywork & crew agencies
• Work contracts 
• Terminology & ship layout etc.

Living onboard

• Close quarters
• Conflict management
• Social interactions
• Hygiene
• Discretion & other aspects

Job duties 

• Comprehensive knowledge of yachts
• Watch duties
• Communication 
• Drills
• Line handling, fender use, and docking
• Anchoring procedures 
• Specific knots and their application
• Maintenance procedures and products
• Cranes and lifting procedures etc.

Day 2 - practical

• Washdown and teak cleaning
• Line throwing
• Splicing and ropework
• Stainless and gelcoat polishing
• Essential equipment 
• Rust removal etc. 

Useful Information

Place: Golfe-Juan, Port Camille Rayon 

Classroom address: 405 Chemin du Gaz, Golfe-Juan - Vallauris

Duration: 2 days 

Course fee: 400 euros