Take Charge of Your Yachting Career with  TYSA Courses

Flexible, customised, accredited training to help you grow the yachting career you desire. 

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Don’t sacrifice your earning whilst learning.

The Yacht Stew Academy offers accredited online training so you can develop the right skills at the right time. With 6 month access from sign-up date, you can work around your schedule, whether that be while on watch, during an afternoon on charter break, or on a day off. TYS Academy has been built to work around YOU!

Learning is networking, with every course you gain access to a community of Yacht Crew from around the world.

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Worldwide Community

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Flexible Course Schedules

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Accredited Courses

Create the Career You Want with Flexible Online Learning

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Remote Courses:

Study whenever and wherever, without sacrificing job opportunities.

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Learn Through Projects:

Enjoy learning new skills with interactive assignments directly from the suppliers you will work with. These projects focus on real-life situations and tasks.

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Transferrable Skills:

Our courses will equip you to excel both during and after your time within the Yachting Industry.

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You’re a part of the Yacht Stew community and will be part of our Facebook Community groups and can talk directly to your trainer and fellow students.

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Everything you need to step into new roles with confidence.

With the yachting industry rapidly growing and evolving, flexible training is becoming essential.

As long-time yachting professionals, we understand what it’s like to build a career in luxury hospitality. And we know how lonely it can feel when you’re building your career on your own.

TYS Team has more than 20 years of experience working within all aspects of the Interior on Private & Charter yachts from 35m to 100m.

That’s why we’ve created a fully-accredited, flexible, remote-learning program for yachting professionals of all levels.

Whether you are a junior stewardess or the chief stew, our courses will help you build your dream career.

And best of all, our community will be there to support you and cheer you on every step of the way.

The Yacht Stew Team

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Hi Gemma, Thank you so much for the zoom call today; it's such an enjoyable part of the course. I got full clarification on feedback, could ask questions and gain more insight into leading a department successfully.I would highly recommend the course to anyone who needs that extra push and confidence boost before stepping up or starting a new role. I also love how the course is always available to you upon completion, so you can also go back for reference if needed. Plus, Gemma is lovely and is thorough in her work; I can trust that I am learning from one of the best (albeit virtually!)

Georgia Orme, Advanced Interior Management & Head of Service Student

I greatly enjoyed the course, I found it full of useful and new information. I loved the mixture of reading, download and video material, it made for an easy and interesting study. Having the quizzes at the end of each module pushed me to remember the information I was writing down and is an effective way to raise the study level. I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to feel confident starting out behind the bar learning some key skills, methods and setting you up well to grow as a mixologist!

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What to Expect at TYS Academy

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Inclusivity

Regardless of your background, you are welcome to study and grow your professional goals with us. We strongly believe in community over competition. And to us, community means everyone is welcome

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Approachability

Our goal is to give you the tools and training to become the ultimate service professional. So it goes without saying that every question is welcome at TYS Academy. As one of our Captains used to say in terms of safety, “there’s no such thing as a stupid question.” And the same is true for your education and professional growth.

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The world is vast and the human race is diverse. We believe yachting should be a reflection of exactly that. We wish to see the yachting community reflect the world we travel, and to accept, train and support a rich and diverse community.

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From toilet paper folds to extravagant table settings to decadent cocktails. There are so many avenues to express your unique creativity. We’ve taken this same innate concept and applied it to how we’ve built TYS Academy. We approach every step of our course program with out-of-the-box thinking. We are passionate about delivering highly informative, yet fun and digestible courses.

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Professionalism

We believe in bringing a level of professionalism, warmth, and humility in training. That together aims to not only uphold the high level of standards that already exist in the industry but to push them further.

When you train with TYS Academy you will be benefiting from this. You will walk into your position with the finesse and knowledge that ensures your expertise is clear.

Below are a few of our most popular courses!

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Head of Service Diploma

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Advanced Interior Management

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WSET Level 2

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Wine List Fundamentals

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Bespoke learning in 3 easy steps

FIND THE COURSES THAT FULFILL YOUR NEEDS.

Not sure where to start? We offer a free 15-minute Zoom consultation to suggest which courses might suit you best, in which order, and (best of all) why we recommend that progression.

LEARN AND CONNECT REMOTELY.

All TYS Academy courses are offered remotely, with a thriving community and engaging instructors. You’ll never just “sit and read.” Our courses include resource based projects, with real assessments and targeted feedback on your work.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TAILORED TO YOU.

With the knowledge and skills acquired through TYS Academy training, you’ll build a long, successful career in yachting. You’ll also get an accredited certificate to add to your CV.

Got a question? Check out our frequently asked questions.

Are your courses accredited.

Yes, all TYS Academy courses are accredited through various awarding bodies within the UK and the Maritime Industry. We have also partnered with Industry professionals to ensure the course content is relevant and up-to-date with the ever changing demands of the industry.

What do I need to complete a TYS Academy course?

You simply need internet and access to a tablet (iPad) or laptop and motivation to reach your career goals!

How is the content taught?

We believe that Online content should be interactive and fun, similar to what you would expect from a classroom setting. Therefore, all modules include a variety of presentations, voiceovers, videos, images and downloadable templates. Several of our courses also include interactive assessments which will be reviewed by your instructor.

Can I study at my own pace?

Yes! We have designed these courses to ensure that you can manage your own time which is why you will have access for the course for 6 months from the start up date. If you are unable to complete the course during this time, please reach out to [email protected] to discuss your options.

Do I get a certificate?

Absolutely! We want you to be able to put your hard work and effort on your CV and showcase what a fabulous asset you are to an Interior Team.

Are the courses updated regularly?

Yes, the courses are reviewed on a biannual basis. These updates are based on changes within the industry, insight provided by student feedback forms and direct communication with Shipyards, Captains, Owners Representatives and Owners.

Do you provide onboard training?

At TYS Academy, we believe in creating bespoke packages that fit the needs of yourself and the vessel. Please email [email protected] to discuss onboard training options.

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RECRUITMENT AGENT

After 8 adventurous years of working on yachts, Taryn decided to return to life on land. She currently lives on the coast of sunny South Africa. Fresh off the yachts and having worked in high-end resorts and hotels, Taryn has a broad knowledge of what the industry needs and is well-qualified to find the perfect match for both crew and the yacht. Taryn’s friendly, kind demeanour and passion for the industry ensure to provide excellent and professional communication with clients and crew at all times. When Taryn is not working you can find her on the beach, participating in any form of outdoor activity or sharing a bottle of wine with family and friends.

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Ciara joins our team with 5 years of experience in the industry and is based in Bristol, UK. She brings her people skills and passion for luxury customer service into recruitment whilst maintaining a calm and kind nature for both crew and clients. When not working, Ciara continues studying music history and classical music performance and enjoys walks in the countryside with her husband and sausage dog.

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Mandy has 8 years of experience in the industry and brings her A-game from the South of France. She brings a unique and energizing perspective with 5 years of land-based recruitment experience in London and is sure to make anyone feel welcome with her kind-hearted nature. When she’s not working, she can be found spending time with her husband and daughter, enjoying the beauty of France.

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Eloise brings 3 years of experience in the industry to our team. Currently living in South Africa, Eloise was the first member of the TYSR team and has since built lasting relationships with clients and crew. Eloise splits her time between South Africa and TYS HQ in the UK. She is incredibly caring and ensures all crew and clients get the best possible support, with high standard of customer service. When not working, Eloise spends time with friends and family enjoying wine farms and safaris in sunny South Africa.

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Gemma Hulbert

FOUNDER AND CEO

Gemma founded The Yacht Stew in 2016 and has over a decade of experience in the industry. When she founded TYS she wanted to create a community for people in the industry and create an incredible support network that was both informative and nurturing. She brings her keen eye for detail, and her incredibly compassionate perspective to anything she does, and is sure to get anyone inspired. In her spare time Gemma loves to be with family and friends, or out exploring and traveling with her husband.

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Savvy Maritime Academy

Yacht Steward(ess) Training Academy (IAMI GUEST ACCredited)

Refine Your Yacht Steward(ess) Skills in Just 10 Days With Savvy Maritime Academy in Fort Lauderdale

Preparation Is Key To A Successful Steward(ess) Career

Knowledge , preparation , and most importantly, relevant practical exposure are key to you being able to fulfill your duties as superyacht steward(ess) with confidence and competence! At Savvy, we have have ensured that all of your bases are covered in the most relevant luxury yacht training facility available. With staff that have 75 years of combined industry experience you will learn from those who have an abundance of knowledge to share with you . Our Steward(ess) course is internationally recognized and accredited by the International Association of Maritime Institutions (IAMI).

Course Breakdown:

The course runs in our Fort Lauderdale practical training facility as well as on board an operational superyacht based in the area

  • Steward/ess Familiarization & Introduction to Yachting - Incl. GUEST Unit 23
  • Superyacht Housekeeping, Cleaning & Laundry - Incl. GUEST Unit 32
  • Food & Beverage Service: - Incl. GUEST Unit 02 (Food & Beverage) - Incl. GUEST Unit 03 (Wine & Mixology) - Including Cigar Service
  • Additional Modules - Flower knowledge & arrangements - Vessel operations & basic deck work - Work schedule samples & responsibilities
  • Employment Guidance & Assistance

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Section 1: Steward/ess Familiarization & Introduction to Yachting

Including the IAMI GUEST Introduction to Yachting & Yachting Life (Unit 23) Module

Before we begin with the practical steward(ess) training, we ensure that you have an accurate understanding of how the yachting industry works. Having realistic expectations of life on board a yacht ensures that you can effectively adapt to this unique new working environment.

  • The demographics of the yachting sector, its sub-divisions & relevant Industries
  • Professional Yacht CV presentation, & job search etiquette
  • Employment Contracts, SEAS, & salary expectations
  • Life at sea as a crew member Yacht orientation & seamanship terminology
  • Ethical Code of Conduct / Yacht Standing Orders
  • The roles of each department & duties of crew positions
  • The onboard hierarchy & chain of command
  • The onboard standards of personal presentation & hygiene
  • The expected etiquette & behaviours as a crew member
  • The standards of attention to detail required onboard a yacht
  • The Importance of communication & communication styles
  • The etiquette of meeting & interacting with guests, including privacy & discretion
  • The diversities & differences of cultures & behaviours
  • Maintaining personal health & wellbeing (including mental preparation and care) & how to find support
  • The responsibilities of employers & crew for health & safety in the maritime industry
  • How to make the most of your time in the yachting industry
  • Tax & Finances - how to thrive

Savvy Steward(ess) students during their final day practical assessment.

Section 2: Steward(ess) Housekeeping, Cleaning & Laundry

Including the IAMI GUEST Basic Houskeeping & Laundry (Unit 32) Module

Housekeeping Stewardess Training

Superyacht Standard Housekeeping Skills

  • Care of arts and furnishing
  • Table linen care
  • How to make beds to a superyacht standard
  • Turn up and turn down cabin service
  • Housekeeping basics
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Laundry care and ironing strategies
  • Basic interior checklists and inventories
  • How to organize lockers and cupboards
  • How to stow and unstow valuable items

Yacht Stewardess Service Training

Section 3: Food & Beverage Service

Including the IAMI GUEST Food & Beverage Service (Unit 02) & Basic Wine Bartending & Mixology (Unit 03) Modules

Superyacht Food Service Module

  • The principles of food and beverages service operations for guests
  • Different food service techniques and service styles
  • Service standards and expectations
  • Silver Service
  • Guests relations, grooming, and etiquette
  • Food presentation
  • Table setting and napkin folding

Coffee and Tea, Cheese and Caviar, Cigar Service

  • Distinguishing the different Types of coffee
  • Basic types of coffee recipes, techniques, and service rules
  • Steps and presentation for different types of tea
  • How to create a cheese board
  • Different kinds of caviar and how to serve it
  • Presenting, cutting, lighting, and storing of fine cigars

Wines, Cocktail Making, and Bartending

  • Classification of wines
  • Correct service techniques
  • Glass types, decanter use and wine accessories
  • Mastering the corkscrew
  • Spirits and liquor familiarity
  • Cocktail making with common recipes and ingredients
  • Correct use of tools and techniques

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Section 4: Additional Modules

Extra steward(ess) skills and knowledge to help you stand out from the crowd!

Basic Knowledge of Fresh Flower Arrangements

  • How to condition and care for flowers
  • Different types of flowers and the arranging tools used
  • Designing flower arrangements (practical assessment)

Nautical Terminology, Vessel Operations & Basic Deck Work

  • Learning lights, shapes and emergency sounds & signals
  • Terms that interior crew should know
  • Knowing basic nautical knots
  • Line handling and fenders

Samples of work Schedules & Responsibilities

  • Sample of daily, weekly, monthly tasks and projects
  • Sample schedule and steward/ess duties when guest are ON board
  • Sample schedule and steward/ess duties when guests are NOT on board

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Steward(ess) Guidance & Employment

We aim for you to be employed shortly after your course ends and are happy to assist with the placement process. A few additional aspects covered:

  • References from head of departments & captains (provided competence and the correct attitude is shown)
  • Resume advice and assistance
  • Connections to crew agencies, & employers
  • Interview preparation and guidance
  • Guidance on how to conduct yourself once on board
  • Career advice on how to progress once employed including course progression and recordkeeping etc.

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Complete Your Steward / Stewardess Training With Us In Fort Lauderdale, USA

Fort Lauderdale is the ideal city to complete your steward(ess) yacht training. Savvy Maritime Academy is close to all essential services and most importantly, where you need to be to find your dream job on a yacht. Our staff are well connected and respected in the yachting industry. We will help connect you to contacts and job opportunities both in and out of the area.

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Our IYT & MCA recognised courses qualify you to work on amazing Superyachts in the best destinations around the world. Work, travel and imagine yourself in the most beautiful locations on the planet.

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Our AMSA recognised courses allow you to work in Australia's beautiful waterways and oceans aboard Superyachts and other vessels. The training covers the required operational and safety competencies to see you into your next exciting chapter or a career move.

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Our various short courses give extra skills to those who are wanting to add to their development and employment opportunities. It's easy to build your knowledge in a convenient and affordable way.

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The Superyacht Crew Academy is Australia’s leading training provider, we deliver both International and Australian qualifications for the Superyacht & Maritime industries.

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Superyacht Crew Academy is a registered training organisation and industry leader, offering fully accredited courses to enable your qualifications to take you anywhere you want to go. Both International and Australian recognised competencies will place you into your dream of working on a Superyacht or in the Maritime industry across a range of roles and skills. Our courses are packaged with the required mandatory safety standards and you can add on extra skills.  We are here to help you and guide your course selection, so don’t wait, connect with us.

We also operate as Sydney Maritime Institute which is a division of the Superyacht Crew Academy to provide training courses for people wishing to work on Australian Commercial vessels.

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What Our Students Say

“I have been on a Superyacht for six months and I absolutely love it! The crew is great and the owners are wonderful. We left Florida two weeks ago and we are on a three month trip over to California! We made a stop in Cuba and the owners invited all of the crew to go on day trips with the guests to sight see! Now we are in the Cayman Islands. From here we head through the Panama Canal and then we go to Panama City, Papagallo Peninsula Costa Rica then Cabo San Lucas, before we end up to Southern California. This is such a great experience for me. I do stewardess work, cook for crew and guests, handle lines when docking and leaving as well as watch shifts while we’re underway. I just wanted to say thanks again for all the valuable training I received in my classes! Thank you!”

Jessica Benway – Stewardess

“I am so excited!!! I went for my first interview yesterday afternoon at an agency and got a call from them later on advising that they’d put me forward for a 2nd stewardess position and to expect a call from the captain. He rang this morning and we met at Starbucks and… they are flying me up on Friday! It’s happened so fast, but it felt right. The yacht is currently in Norfolk, Virginia and we will be heading out very soon to spend the season in New England. The captain was really laid back and very forthcoming. Apparently the yacht is privately owned by a wealthy guy (obviously) and isn’t chartered out very often. Mostly they do cocktail parties. He thinks we will be in the Mediterranean next year although he is waiting on confirmation from the owner. The pace on the yacht seems very relaxed. It will be a great place for me to learn as much as possible. I am so keen to get started. Thank you!”

Carlie – Stewardess

“Everything is going GREAT for me over here! We have travelled from Fort Lauderdale all the way along the East Coast up to Labrador, Canada over 4000 miles so far. My roster is split so I spend the first part of the day as a deckhand and the second part of the day as the second stewardess onboard a 154 foot SuperYacht. The owners are fantastic. I really enjoyed the interior crew course and feel so much more prepared for my stewardess role.”

Katie Ford – Stewardess and Deckhand

“I was totally impressed by the STCW training I received at the Superyacht Crew Academy. The instructors were excellent, the equipment top notch, and I truly feel confident that I would perform well in the case of an emergency aboard ship. Thank you Chris and Deb for being so helpful to me. As a foreign student coming to Australia for this training, your kindness was extra meaningful. I am now a Superyacht Agent in Noumea and spend a lot of time aboard superyachts. Even though I am not a member of the crews, my STCW training is right there in the back of my mind just in case there was an emergency; especially when refuelling, helping resupply the medical equipment or moving heavy equipment on and off the superyachts.”

Chloe Morin – Super yacht Agent Noumea Ocean Services

“You are by far the most professional and successful training facility that I have dealt with around the world. Keep up the amazing work!”

Nick Smith – Chief Officer M/Y Akula

“A big thank you for your professionalism to all people from the Superyacht Crew Academy. Your team really made this experience unforgettable.”

Laurent Dreyer – Fastrack Graduate

“My experience with Superyacht Crew Academy was amazing. I had a fantastic time on the deck crew course and learnt a lot more than I expected.”

Tom Armstrong – Deckhand

“In my first interview I got offered a job! I really liked the chief stewardess so I am on a 43m private Superyacht for the season. I have been on the boat for two weeks and so far all is going well. I am looking forward to a good season and I will be home for Christmas. Two other people who did the course with me, Emily and Adam also got jobs very easily! Thank you again for all of your support and giving us a great head start!”

Ashtyn Leary – Stewardess

“The instructors were excellent, very professional and thorough. My training at Superyacht Crew Academy made my job as stewardess aboard the Tango possible and enjoyable. It really helps to have the inside story from experts before you begin. I’m happy to recommend the Superyacht Crew Academy to anyone interested in working in this industry.”

Haley – Stewardess M/Y Tango

“I just wanted to say thank you to the staff at Superyacht Crew Academy. I am currently working on a 43m M/Y Eclipse which is situated in Israel during the winter and the Mediterranean in the summer. I am heading into my third week here, now crossing to Genoa, Italy for the boat show. I am a 3rd stewardess and loving it. We are now in Kotor in Montenegro near Croatia and it is absolutely stunning. I am loving my job and have been lucky enough to rotate with duties and will be doing service this week, in a few hours actually. Thank you for all your help!”

Lauren A – Stewardess

” I thought I would give you a quick update on my adventures. I’ve just finished a cruise on an expedition vessel and am back in Antibes looking for a new position as a stewardess. Thank you for the casual work experience I did while completing my interior course. It’s definitely a lot better now that I have the right qualifications and some experience. I’m finding that there is so much more available to me.”

Natasha Harris – Stewardess

“Thank you for all the help and support that you gave me when i was studying with you. it was amazing and I will no doubt be visiting again hopefully at the end of next year when I come to do my Yacht Master OffShore. The Boat has offered me an awesome opportunity to learn all there is to learn as well as an awesome salary, benefits, and program. Not to mention the crew are a happy bunch of people and we are like a large family…. I have learned that the crew makes the boat and that is the main thing, not the salary, benefits or program!”

Joshua McCouat – Deckhand

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Superyacht Crew Academy Provides training and certification for people who wish to work on Superyachts anywhere in the world and within the Australian Maritime Industry. Legal Name: Club Sail Pty. Ltd. Trading as: Superyacht Crew Academy Registered Training Organisation no. 91462

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For someone that wants to start in the superyacht industry. This course is jam-packed with information, so many great tips and tricks to start in the yachting journey. I now have the confidence to go out and find my first job on a yacht. Thank you so much for all your hard work and time that you have put into the course dedicated to green crew. 

"I can honestly say it has helped me learn and understand the yachting world in so many ways.

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Would 100% recommend this to anyone wanting to get into the industry. From the checklists to the info you don't know, Jess has so much fantastic content and really goes out of her way to help.  It’s such a relief to instantly find all the advice you need all in one place - can’t emphasise enough how helpful her stuff is! 

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I had done my research but this course really opened my eyes to things that hadn't even crossed my mind. Such great advice around dock walking and day work, interview guidance, what to do and what not to do onboard and even guidance on laundry/housekeeping and general stew advice- which is so useful for green crew! This course has been so helpful and I really feel like i'm ready to start my yachting adventure with the help of the amazing checklists!

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I'm a yacht stewardess now living life back on land after over 6 years working on some of the worlds most exclusive yachts and I'm here to guide you in the right direction. My passion for helping green crew is fuelled by the belief theres a world of possibility out there if you're willing to chase it. I'm here to give you the exact step-by-step guide to getting a job onboard and excelling in the industry! Because even though you and I both know what you have to offer is nothing short of incredible, it takes more convincing to persuade potential employers that you are highly capable and willing to do what it takes to work in the Superyacht Industry.

Hey, I'm Jess the face behind The Seaworthy Stew. An Australian gal who believes in an open mind, big dreams and a wild heart. 

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Yacht Stewardess Training to Work as Interior Crew

September 16, 2018 By Julie Perry

If you are 100 percent confident that you want a crew job in the superyacht industry, then you need to think about training. There are two essentials: Plan on taking a five-day STCW Basic Safety Training Course (which is mandatory) and then a comprehensive three- to five-day yacht steward/ess training course . Once those two weeks are up, your chances of being hired as an entry-level stew are vastly improved… as is your confidence.

I Must Confess…

Yacht stew training was mind-boggling..

When I signed up for yacht stewardess training, I was under the impression that this was simply a course on serving food and being a hostess to the guests. To my surprise, they spent an entire day teaching us nautical terms and familiarizing us with the layout of a yacht. For someone who didn’t have much recreational-boating experience outside of water skiing on lakes in northern Indiana, it was exactly what I needed. (Perhaps it’s news to you, as it was to me, that the various sides of a boat are referred to as port, starboard, aft, and forward.)

We also learned how to tie knots and handle lines because, they forewarned us (as I have you), oftentimes the stew is called out on deck to help the deckhands when the yacht is docking. I took full advantage of the opportunity to become versed in these basic and introductory yachting terms, and the effort wound up saving me from some otherwise embarrassing moments when I took my first job.

In the remaining days, they taught everything from how to serve caviar to how to iron a shirt properly. But it didn’t stop there. In fact, they spent half a day going over cleaning products and which ones to use on which surfaces.

We spent time on how to get out each kind of stain—be it on laundry or interior fabrics. We learned how to fold sheets, make beds, and polish silver. And of most benefit, we learned all about the types and methods of silver service and were even expected to perform our newly acquired skills in the practical portion of the class.

It was a week of heavy learning, but less than a week after earning my certificate, I got my first job.

I am confident that had I not completed the course, I would not have been hired for the position. If you want to know the truth, I think the chief stew on that boat (who, by the way, had not taken the course) pushed to get me hired so she could pick my brain on what I’d learned. And yes, once onboard, I often wondered how any entry-level stew could get away without having this training.

Stewardesses on M/Y "Big Aron" taking a break onboard. Photo by Suki Finnerty of YachtingToday.TV

Stewardesses on M/Y “Big Aron” taking a break onboard. Photo by Suki Finnerty of YachtingToday.TV.

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Think all this talk of laundry, cleaning, and guest service sounds like back-breaking work? Well, it’s certainly not easy. Being a yacht stewardess is a physically demanding job, if not also mentally challenging when you figure in having to communicate with and get along with so many different types of people in such a confined space. (And by that, I mean getting along with the guests and the crew.)

Take a look at this video, “ Happy Working Stews ,” a 1st Place winner in the Comedy genre of the 2010 Fort Yachtie Da International Film Festival , a fun yacht-crew event produced each year by Crew Unlimited and C U Yacht Charters (happening this year on November 16, 2013). This video was done by Mish Marchio, and is superb. Note: the video doesn’t begin playing until around the :22-second mark:

Makes it look kinda fun, huh? Well, it certainly can be!

So is specialized stew training mandatory? No…at least not yet. But I cannot recommend it highly enough!

The introductory interior and exterior courses, even though these are not mandatory courses, have been developed to give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to understand what your job entails as a professional steward/ess aboard or deckhand aboard a superyacht.” —Joy Weston, owner and operator of Crew Pacific (Australia) since 2001

One of the main reasons I advocate this training is because it will help you to land a job much faster. Of course, you also have to look at it this way: You want to be as prepared as possible so that you are as comfortable as possible when you accept your first position. You wouldn’t take on a job working at a computer all day if you had no idea how to type, would you? Having specialized stew training prior to taking employment on a yacht will give you confidence that you know what you are doing, and that will be reflected in your attitude and demeanor with your fellow crew and guests.

Check the various training schools’ websites for yacht stewardess training courses (also known as interior crew training ) to see if any are offering package deals where you can sign up for both STCW Basic Safety Training and an Interior Crew Course together at a discount. Remember, you’ll make this money back in the first month of full-time employment. Consider it an investment.

Another way to get started on your way to landing a job as a luxury yacht stewardess is to read my book, “ The Insiders’ Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess: Confessions from My Years Afloat with the Rich and Famous ” – 2nd Edition.

Not ready to buy yet? Cool. Simply download Chapter 1 for free by clicking the book cover below:

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In response to an increase in demand for well-trained interior yacht crew, the Stewardess Training Academy was established in Palma in June 2016. Formed by Jess Barnard and Erin Bloom - former yacht crew stewardesses - the training academy aims to imbue both inexperienced and experienced interior crew with the skills to offer exceptional service and a distinguished sense of professionalism.

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"When we started the academy, we thought that we would mainly be working with green stews, but, to our surprise, we have been training a lot of stews with a few years' experience in the industry. It can be hard for stews that already have experience to admit they need training, but some boats don't have the time to conduct formal training on board, so it makes sense that they want to do certified courses, " commented Bloom.

The academy partners with many other organisations to offer a diverse range of courses - each of which is designed to develop stews' long-term career aspirations and boost their confidence. Course topics include an introduction to the interior, food service, barista, silver service, floristry and plant care, yoga, and wine. With competition for yacht crew jobs increasing, it is essential to maximise your skillset; building a strong arsenal of skills can open more doors to jobs on yachts .

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Set in a beautiful 3-storey villa in the heart of Alaro, Palma, the Stewardess Training Academy provides a memorable learning experience, as well as a sure-fire way to a enhance your skills. The beautiful island was selected as the academy's base due to its importance as an international yachting hub. Currently, many yacht crew live on the island, but there are few interior training facilities in the region. Jess and Erin recognise the transient nature of the yachting industry and are committed to evolving with industry demand.

Bloom commented on the academy and the students that enrolled there: "Since we started the business we've received a constant influx of emails, and have had girls (and guys) signing up for courses all the way into the summer months. I think this is indicative of the importance placed on interior training, not only by employers but also by interior crews themselves. Yachting is more competitive than in the past and green crew especially are looking to do more courses to give themselves the edge. So too, employers call on this as a deciding factor not only in the employment of newbies that have additional skills but also as testament of crew members that are more committed and that choose to invest in themselves and their careers. I believe that the same is true for seasoned crew. We were surprised to find that our courses are most popular among steward/esses that already have various years of experience and are still seeking extra tutelage.

Various associations are campaigning for there to be a set standard and we too see the need just through the students, employers and recruiters that desire interior crew to have additional training. There is an all round call for interior roles and training to carry more weight. We have also found that stewards and stewardesses often require training as a confidence boost. As so many boats are unique in the ways that things are done and with longevity perhaps limiting a broadened experience, many seek to brush up on their skills or require the affirmation that what they have learned is correct and of a high enough standard in order to progress in their roles. "

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To date, many interior crew have taken advantage of Jess and Erin's experience and knowledge. Leanne Eldridge, one of the course's former students, said: "[It was a] fantastic, practical and very thorough course. It was so great to be taught by, and have questions answered by, ladies who have so much industry experience. Both Erin and Jess were super helpful, accommodating, and fun. I would highly recommend [the course]! "

Thomas Percival also paid testament to the academy and the organisers: "This course was very informative and great fun. I learned lots of useful skills for the future. The instructors were very friendly and approachable. "

To find out more about the courses on offer at the Stewardess Training Academy, contact the team directly . For more information on gaining a job as a stewardess on a luxury superyacht, or any other position, get in touch with YPI CREW .

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SuperJet International (SJI) – a joint venture between Alenia Aeronautica, a Finmeccanica Company, and Sukhoi Holding – has launched the first Aeroflot Flight Crew Training Course at its Training Center facility in Moscow.

SuperJet International, which is in charge of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) sales in the Western markets, is also responsible for training and after-sales support all over the world. Given the international nature of the product, SuperJet International has established two facilities based in Venice and in Moscow for its training opportunities.

The “Type Rating course for Aeroflot pilots” on the SSJ100 is a necessary step aimed at introducing of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 into the commercial operations.

This recovery course, managed by SJI instructors, will involve three Aeroflot crews and will have a duration of 24 days.

From next June SuperJet International will further enhance its training capacity with the availability of the first Full Flight Simulator.

On February 7th SuperJet International also started the first maintenance Type Training course on the SSJ100 for 12 Aeroflot engineers, with different skills and background, designated for the acceptance of the first aircraft. This theoretical course, combining airframe, systems, powerplant and avionics, is held inside Aeroflot Training Center at Sheremetievo airport and it engages SJI instructors and AFL trainees for 27 days.

SuperJet International Aviation Training Center facility in Moscow is ready to provide training on SSJ100 type to aviation personnel (pilots, flight attendants and maintenance staff) of airlines in Russia and in other countries, in accordance with Russian Federal Aviation (RosAviaciya) approval obtained on February 2nd.

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Mikoyan Gurevich MiG 3 172IAP For the Party of Bolsheviks with Nikolai Sheyenko May 1942 01

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Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3

National origin:- Soviet Union Role:- Fighter Interceptor Manufacturer:- Mikoyan-Gurevich Designer:- First flight:- 29th October 1940 Introduction:- 1941 Status:- Retired 1945 Produced:- 1940-1941 Number built:- 3,422 Primary users:- Soviet Air Forces (VVS); Soviet Air Defence Forces (PVO); Soviet Naval Aviation Developed from:- Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-1 Variants:- Mikoyan-Gurevich I-211 Operational history MiG-3s were delivered to frontline fighter regiments beginning in the spring of 1941 and were a handful for pilots accustomed to the lower-performance and docile Polikarpov I-152 and I-153 biplanes and the Polikarpov I-16 monoplane. It remained tricky and demanding to fly even after the extensive improvements made over the MiG-1. Many fighter regiments had not kept pace in training pilots to handle the MiG and the rapid pace of deliveries resulted in many units having more MiGs than trained pilots during the German invasion. By 1 June 1941, 1,029 MIG-3s were on strength, but there were only 494 trained pilots. In contrast to the untrained pilots of the 31st Fighter Regiment, those of the 4th Fighter Regiment were able to claim three German high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft shot down before war broke out in June 1941. However high-altitude combat of this sort was to prove to be uncommon on the Eastern Front where most air-to-air engagements were at altitudes well below 5,000 metres (16,000 ft). At these altitudes the MiG-3 was outclassed by the Bf 109 in all respects, and even by other new Soviet fighters such as the Yakovlev Yak-1. Furthermore, the shortage of ground-attack aircraft in 1941 forced it into that role as well, for which it was totally unsuited. Pilot Alexander E. Shvarev recalled: "The Mig was perfect at altitudes of 4,000 m and above. But at lower altitudes it was, as they say, 'a cow'. That was the first weakness. The second was its armament: weapons failure dogged this aircraft. The third weakness was its gunsights, which were inaccurate: that's why we closed in as much as we could and fired point blank." On 22 June 1941, most MiG-3s and MiG-1s were in the border military districts of the Soviet Union. The Leningrad Military District had 164, 135 were in the Baltic Military District, 233 in the Western Special Military District, 190 in the Kiev Military District and 195 in the Odessa Military District for a total of 917 on hand, of which only 81 were non-operational. An additional 64 MiGs were assigned to Naval Aviation, 38 in the Air Force of the Baltic Fleet and 26 in the Air Force of the Black Sea Fleet. The 4th and 55th Fighter Regiments had most of the MiG-3s assigned to the Odessa Military District and their experiences on the first day of the war may be taken as typical. The 4th, an experienced unit, shot down a Romanian Bristol Blenheim reconnaissance bomber, confirmed by postwar research, and lost one aircraft which crashed into an obstacle on takeoff. The 55th was much less experienced with the MiG-3 and claimed three aircraft shot down, although recent research confirms only one German Henschel Hs 126 was 40% damaged, and suffered three pilots killed and nine aircraft lost. The most unusual case was the pair of MiG-3s dispatched from the 55th on a reconnaissance mission to PloieÅŸti that failed to properly calculate their fuel consumption and both were forced to land when they ran out of fuel. Most of the MiG-3s assigned to the interior military districts were transferred to the PVO where their lack of performance at low altitudes was not so important. On 10 July 299 were assigned to the PVO, the bulk of them belonging to the 6th PVO Corps at Moscow, while only 293 remained with the VVS, and 60 with the Naval Air Forces, a total of only 652 despite deliveries of several hundred aircraft. By 1 October, on the eve of the German offensive towards Moscow codenamed Operation Typhoon, only 257 were assigned to VVS units, 209 to the PVO, and 46 to the Navy, a total of only 512, a decrease of 140 fighters since 10 July, despite deliveries of over a thousand aircraft in the intervening period. By 5 December, the start of the Soviet counter-offensive that drove the Germans back from the gates of Moscow, the Navy had 33 MiGs on hand, the VVS 210, and the PVO 309. This was a total of 552, an increase of only 40 aircraft from 1 October. Over the winter of 1941-42 the Soviets transferred all of the remaining MiG-3s to the Navy and PVO so that on 1 May 1942 none were left on strength with the VVS. By 1 May 1942, Naval Aviation had 37 MiGs on strength, while the PVO had 323 on hand on 10 May. By 1 June 1944, the Navy had transferred all its aircraft to the PVO, which reported only 17 on its own strength, and all of those were gone by 1 January 1945. Undoubtedly more remained in training units and the like, but none were assigned to combat units by then.

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