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Absolute Yachting & Maritime academy

Where we prepare you for adventures on the high seas and a career like no other.

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Welcome to Absolute Yachting & Maritime academy

Your gateway to Superyacht and Maritime training.

Whether you’re aspiring to join the world of luxury yachting or seeking essential maritime certification, we provide the skills, support, and coaching needed for success at sea.

Explore our comprehensive training courses and personalized services, and discover how we can help you achieve maritime mastery.

Join us and embark on your journey toward excellence on the high seas.

"Limitless and Immortal, the waters are the beginning and end of all things on earth" ~ Heinrich Zimmer

Welcome to the world of yachting

Life on a superyacht is about more than just breathtaking views and exotic locations. It’s about being part of a tight-knit crew, delivering exceptional service, and mastering a variety of skills in a fast-paced environment. Beyond the professional growth, the yachting lifestyle offers unparalleled experiences, lifelong friendships, and a sense of community that spans the globe.

Joining the yachting industry is embarking on a career like no other—where each day brings new adventures, diverse cultures, and the chance to make unforgettable memories. Your journey to a rewarding and exhilarating career starts here. 

Career paths

Choosing a career path in the yachting industry is your first step. Once you’ve decided on that, the next step is to complete the necessary courses to build your skills and qualifications. All our courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to excel in your chosen path and we are here to guide you through that process.

Chart a course for adventure as a professional deckhand, mastering the art of seamanship and vessel maintenance.

Elevate luxury at sea as a stewardess, ensuring unparalleled guest satisfaction and seamless onboard experiences.

Culinary excellence meets the open sea—crafting gourmet delights as a yacht chef, blending creativity with oceanic inspiration.

Powering maritime innovation as an engineer, maintaining peak performance and reliability for smooth sailing.

We are based in Hermanus in the Western Cape province of South africa

Meet Our Captain

Matt has practically grown up on the water. Spending the last 23 years onboard both motor and large sailing yachts, he’s been living and breathing the yachting life. Starting out as a chef and being an outdoors person he swapped his spatulas for deck equipment after a couple of seasons and climbed the ladder from deckhand to captain.

Matt has now hung up his hat, docked his sea legs (well, mostly), and settled in the charming town of Hermanus.

Teaming up with his partner, they’ve launched Absolute Yachting – a place where dreams of sailing the high seas come to life.

Sure, he still does the odd boat delivery, but what gets Matt really excited these days is sharing his passion with the next generation of yachties. He’s all about passing on those sea-faring skills, showing folks the ropes (literally) and prepping them for a career they’ll love as much as he does.

So, if you’ve ever dreamt of a life on the water, or just want to learn from a guy who’s seen it all, come aboard. Absolute Yachting is not just a training ground; it’s a chance to be part of a story that’s still unfolding, with Matt leading the way.

Our passion for Excellence

Our commitment goes beyond basic training. Our passion for excellence is reflected in the detailed, comprehensive training we provide. We cover theory and practical knowledge, while also delving into the intricacies of living and working onboard. Immersing our students in every aspect of yacht life to fully prepare them for this exciting and demanding environment.

courses

We offer a comprehensive range of courses specifically designed for various roles in the yachting industry. Don’t wait to take the next step in your professional journey.

STCW 10 - Basic Safety Training

Your journey starts with STCW. This is a compulsory requirement for anyone who works in the maritime industry.  It includes a set of basic safety training courses with the primary objective being to equip crew members with the necessary skills to effectively respond to unforeseen challenges and emergencies at sea; safeguarding the well-being of both crew and guests onboard.

Our STCW Basic Training courses are accredited by MCA ( Maritime Coastguard Agency) and recognised by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).

In partnership with STC-SA, Absolute Yachting provides a selection of Safety and Security courses at our training centre in Hermanus

What our Students had to say

Jordan

I recently completed the Superyacht Deckhand Course at Absolute Yachting and it was great.

Matt is so knowledgeable and passionate about yachting. He makes all the content easy and fun to understand.

Completing this course has given me confidence and made me feel prepared to start in the yachting industry.

Kyle

I did my powerboat level 2 with Absolute Yachting and it was an amazing experience. Matt’s patience and knowledge is incredible!

It was a laugh but very focused on the task at hand at the same time. Matt gave me extra tips and was super encouraging throughout.

Leigh-Anne is a blessing as well, giving guidance and extra knowledge without hesitation. I look forward to doing more courses through you guys!

Thank you so much guys!!!

 

Beulah

 

I recently did my Powerboat level 2 with Absolute Yachting with Matt.

It was a 10/10 experience and would recommend to anyone looking to do any yachting courses.

Matt is extremely patient and has so much knowledge when it comes to yachting due to his past in yachting.

He is excited to teach others and enjoys helping others to learn. Absolute yachting is very organized, helpful and quick to assist.

Had the best time!

Rolf

I did my Powerboat Level 2 and Deckhand courses with Absolute Yachting and I cannot recommend them enough!

Starting off in the yachting industry is intimidating, but Absolute Yachting helped so much with their honesty and them truly wanting the best for all of their learners.

Matt and Leigh-Ann are a blessing and great guides to all those who want to learn the skills and ins and outs of yachting.

They are unbelievably professional, fun, helpful and have a wealth of experience and knowledge.

I have never found myself looking forward to each class so much and finding all the content presented in a way that made it so interesting.

I believe that I will always look back at my time with Absolute Yachting as the true start of the journey in this new industry.

I am so glad to have done my courses with them and would encourage anyone to do the same.

Tianne

I recently did my Powerboat Level II and Deckhand courses through Absolute Yachting and I honestly can’t recommend them enough.

Starting out in the yachting industry is a new challenge on its own but getting guidance and direction from them, on top of a very well designed course, shows that they care about accurately preparing their students for the job while helping them be successful in their search for suiting opportunities.

Matt and Leigh-Anne put a lot of effort into making the course educational, fun and interesting. I’d wake up each morning exited to get to class and learn more.

There are a lot of courses out there to choose from, but we found that they treat each student like another chick under their wing and honestly care about how you perform in your job one day and that you end up in a job best suited for you as an individual.

10+/10 review if that was possible!

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Our commitment to you

We are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way on your journey, to understanding your unique needs and providing tailored solutions to help you achieve your goals.

We are all about building strong, lasting relationships with our students, and we’re here to guide you through every challenge and opportunity.

To get started, book a free consultation with us. This is your chance to discuss your needs, ask questions, and explore how we can work together.

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