Conversion from Sail to Power
As of 30th June 2021 conversion exams can no longer be run. You will need to take the full exam.
We can offer these exams as part of a full Yachtmaster Prep course or a shortened prep course. Please contact us to discuss your requirements for this exam.
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Duration:
As of 30th June 2021 conversion exams can no longer be run. You will need to take the full exam.
Cost:
Exam Fees
Yachtmaster Coastal: £193
Yachtmaster Offshore: £224
Yachtmaster Coastal: £193
Yachtmaster Offshore: £224
Pre-Requisites:
The mileage shown below must be in the type of boat that you are converting to. All qualifying seatime must be within 10 years prior to the exam. Half of the qualifying seatime must have been conducted in tidal waters.
For Yachtmaster™ Coastal conversion exams
- Minimum of 400 miles
- 12 days living on board
- 2 days as skipper
- 12 night hours
For Yachtmaster™ Offshore conversion exams
- Minimum of 1250 miles
- 25 days living on board
- 3 days as skipper
- 3 passages over 60 miles including 1 overnight and 1 as skipper