Chieftain Training

Hi everyone,

Chris from Chieftain Training has an update for you. Based in Southampton, Solent, Chieftain Training is a well-known centre and sailing school. They provide a range of RYA, STCW, MCA, AMERC, HSE, and CIEH training courses aimed at sailors, power-boaters, super-yacht crew, workboat skippers, ocean rowers, divers, and seafarers. Chris and the team are committed to delivering excellent education and skill development for maritime professionals.

They've got another centre in Helensburgh, Scotland, but here in Southampton, they're fully equipped to offer a variety of RYA Training courses. These cover everything from Shorebased and Online to Powerboat/PWC and Shorebased Instructor Training. The STCW Training Centre provides STCW Basic Safety Week, First Aid at Work, Food Safety, a full range of GMDSS courses, STCW First Aid & Medical Courses, along with different yacht and workboat engineering courses.

Chieftain Training also shines when it comes to their range of RYA & STCW Deck Officer Courses, prepping candidates for MCA Deck Officer Certificates of Competence. These are useful for Superyachts, Workboats, and Merchant vessels. The offerings include Master 200, Master 500, Master 3000, OOW 3000, and Master Unlimited certifications. Plus, they prepare you for the MCA Boatmaster Licence exam for inland and near coastal passenger vessels.

On top of that, Chris ensures regular sessions of mandatory World Sailing Offshore Personal Survival & Medical training for crews competing in Cat 2, 1, and 0 offshore yacht races like the Fastnet, Round Britain & Ireland, Trans Atlantic, and more.

Booking a course is easy. Just head to their website for detailed course information. You can book online or reach out via email, phone, or messenger for any further questions or training advice.

Lastly, for anyone looking for moorings, Chieftain Training offers a limited number of small craft moorings at Mariners Wharf in Itchen River, Southampton. More details are available through Southampton Boat Club.

Chris and the team at Chieftain Training are dedicated to offering top-notch training to meet international standards. With experienced instructors and a broad range of courses, those keen on advancing their maritime skills and knowledge can count on Chieftain Training.

Best,
Chris