New Latitude International Crew / Day Skipper

New Latitudes sailing school​​

New Latitudes 7 day IYT International Crew and Day Skipper Certificate

This course covers both the International Crew and Day Skipper certificates.

These are certificates of excellence for those candidates who wish to train to become an active crew member on a power or sailing yacht or skipper a yacht of up to 10m length in fair conditions during daylight It includes Introduction to Boating for power and sail yachts.

It is the level of competence that someone needs either when acting as watchkeeping crew on a yacht or as a skipper of a small yacht in protected waters where help is immediately available in calm conditions.
As New Latitudes conducts a 7 day course rather than the minimum 5 days we can fit the Small Powerboat and Rib Master (MCA Recognised) into the programme as well.

For the full information package go to:

International Crew Training
Small Powerboat and Rib Master (MCA Recognised)

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Get to Know Mike

Sailing shouldn't be elite. It shouldn't be loud. It definitely shouldn't be uncomfortable.

Mike has dedicated his life to the water as a delivery skipper, tactician, boat builder, instructor, and passionate sailor.

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Sail Beyond The Usual. Discover The Extraordinary

Latitude 6 is a modern 52’ Jeanneau that has four double cabins and 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite) and a cabin with 2 single bunks. It has been equipped with the best linens and furnishings to ensure maximum comfort

I’ve been sailing with Mike for the last 5 and half years, including regular racing on Sydney harbour, multi-day yacht deliveries up the coast of Australia and ocean races including the Sydney to Hobart. There’s nobody whose knowledge and experience I trust more, particularly in rough seas! Read more

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Andrea Director of Operations

What learning to sail has taught me about life. I have been on two sailing holidays with Mike. The first, travelling around and between Sardinia and Corsica, was my first time sailing ever. What a lot of exhilarating firsts... Read more

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Sarah Change & Knowledge Consultant

Mike’s obvious experience, understanding and social skills fit very well with a novice sailor. He makes you feel at ease and is always willing to field the most basic questions and to provide clear, simple instructions. He’s very good at making you feel part of a group and bringing out the best in each individual. Read more

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