Iván Pérez-Gándaras

  Below, we show the calendar of calls for nautical qualifications in Galicia for 2026: MARCH Registration: from February 2 to February 13 Theoretical examinations: March 9: Basic Navigation Skipper (PNB) March 10: Recreational Boats Skipper (PER) March 11: Yacht Master (PY) March 12: Yacht Captain (CY) MAY Enrollment from

Sailing is an exciting activity that combines adventure, technique and a deep respect for the sea. If you are already experienced in sailing, but want to improve your skills and knowledge, refresher courses are an excellent option. In this article, we will explore the benefits of these courses, what to

Ocean sailing is one of the most exciting and challenging experiences a sea lover can live. From the majesty of the waves to the vastness of the horizon, sailing the high seas offers a unique connection with nature. In this article, we will explore some key aspects of ocean sailing,

In response to the demand of our students, we propose a series of improvement courses that we have scheduled for 4 days to take advantage of the Easter holidays 2025. The proposed courses are catamaran, monohull and crew. The first two are aimed at improving the skills of the skippers

The knowledge acquired in the courses of Spanish nautical qualifications is imminently theoretical and is not at all sufficient to skipper a pleasure boat. Particularly with regard to sailing.   What is the purpose of nautical qualifications? It should be the preparation of skippers to sail with confidence, self-sufficiency and

The choice of clothing to wear for sailing is an important choice and it will depend largely on what we can enjoy or not a day of sailing or while we make our nautical qualifications practices. We will take into account several factors such as weather conditions, the frequency with

The Yachting Certificate Yacht Master is the highest training certificate offered by the RYA (Royal Yachting Association).It is widely recognized worldwide and allows the possibility to work as a professional skipper in different seas, as we will explain below. RYA Yachtmaster   Levels and differences within the Yacht Master certificate

The yacht master and yacht captain licenses are often associated and have similar names, which is why aspiring yacht masters wonder: aren’t they the same? What differentiates them? The truth is that, although they have many attributes in common, they are different qualifications. and below we explain the differences between

If you have come this far, you are likely looking to obtain a qualification and/or improve your sailing skills to become a skipper, and for that, you need a nautical school. But how do you find and choose from all the available options? Aware of the concerns and needs of

It’s official! In our commitment to providing the best service in recreational boating instruction, and after months of dedicated work, our school has been certified as an RYA Training Center by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA). We are honored to become the only RYA training center in the Spanish Atlantic