Bareboat Charter Master
The complete certification for independent bareboat chartering worldwide. Achieve your SLC license and charter confidently anywhere.
5+
Online Courses
3-5
Days Practical
SLC
License Eligible
30+
Countries Accept
What You'll Learn
The Bareboat Charter Master certification covers everything you need to confidently skipper a yacht on a bareboat charter anywhere in the world.
Online Theory Courses
- Skipper Course (fundamentals)
- Coastal Navigation
- Sail Trim for Cruisers
- Anchoring & Docking
- Weather Fundamentals
Practical Assessment
- Boat handling under power
- Sail setting and trimming
- Mediterranean mooring
- Anchoring techniques
- Man overboard recovery
Why Bareboat Charter Master?
Globally Recognized
Accepted by charter companies in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Thailand, Seychelles, and 30+ countries worldwide.
SLC License Eligible
Upon completion, you qualify for the Sailing License and Credentials (SLC) — the internationally recognized boating license.
Charter Ready
Specifically designed for sailors who want to charter independently without a skipper aboard.
How It Works
Complete Online Theory
Study at your own pace from anywhere. Interactive courses with videos, quizzes, and practical exercises.
Train With VIYB
Join us in the British Virgin Islands for hands-on practical training aboard a modern Bali catamaran.
Get Certified
Receive your Bareboat Charter Master certification and apply for your SLC international license.
Start Your Certification
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