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Your career in the
SuperYacht industry starts here...

PREMIUM SUPERYACHT TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP FOR DECKHANDS, STEWARDS, STEWARDESSES AND CHEFS.

SYSA is a team of former superyacht industry professionals committed to training our students to the highest standards and putting their career needs first. We employ seasoned professionals to mentor and instruct with industry-leading equipment to meet the exacting standards of the luxury yacht industry – to give our students the best chance of success in a highly competitive job market. 

Confused about what yachting courses you need and don’t know where to start? Need some honest advise!? Call us to speak with someone who has ‘been there and done it’. Also, check out our blog for everything you need to know about starting in this exciting industry.

 

Deckhand
Courses

Deckhand courses (including STCW 2010 basic training) for crew working on the exterior of a yacht. What is a Deckhand?

Stewardess and Chef
Courses

Stewardess and Interior Training. This is the longest running super yacht Steward/ess course in South Africa.

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About our Deckhand Division Yacht Training

Super Yachting South Africa’s (SYSA) Deckhand Training Division was created in 2008 by experienced Captain and SYSA co-founder Jason Hunter and was the first superyacht-specific training provider in Cape Town. The training centre is fully accredited by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) which is recognised worldwide.

Our Blog

Nov
25

SYSA Apprentices: Leading the Way for the 2025 Superyacht Season

As the 2025 superyacht season approaches, Superyachting South Africa (SYSA) proudly introduces the talented apprentices who will serve as instructors […]

Nov
01

SuperYachting South Africa (SYSA): Discover 6 Reasons Why Training With Us Is A Good Idea.

SuperYachting South Africa (SYSA) is an RYA-accredited training center, dedicated to preparing new crew for careers in the superyacht industry. […]

Sep
26

3 Keys to Success in the Superyacht Industry: Attitude, Drive, and Willingness

3 Keys to Success in the Superyacht Industry: Attitude, Drive, and Willingness

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SYSA is a fully accredited RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Yacht Training Center. The RYA’s training courses and qualifications are recognised and respected all over the world.

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SYSA has partnered with Helly Hansen South Africa to provide our students with 10% off online purchases. Helly Hansen is a well-known clothing brand in the superyacht industry and is worn by all SYSA instructors.

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