Charting Your Course to Superyacht Success
At Paper Boat Yacht Academy, we understand the allure of a career on the open seas. For young adventurers aged 18 to 30, the yachting industry offers a ticket to exotic destinations, exciting challenges, and a lifestyle like no other. But navigating your way into this glamorous world can feel overwhelming, confusing, and costly. That’s where we come in.
Overcoming The Challenges
You’ve completed your courses, have your STCW in hand, and have a Seafarers Medical but no work experience or need more miles for your next qualification… We can help to get you on the water and on your way to start a successful career in yachting. This Program is conducted in the Med as well as in the Caribbean. Our partners include experts in the industry.
Meet Your Captain
Stefan has captained and been in command of many different sailing yachts and motor yachts around the world. Hundreds of Yacht Crew have benefitted from his training and knowledge of the industry.
All our professional skippers are hand-picked by Captain Leeu and screened or trained by himself.
He is a licensed and trained, commercially endorsed Captain with a license to drive sailing and power-driven vessels on any body of water around the world.
Comprehensive Career Support
When you join Paper Boat, you’re not just a student; you’re on a complete career-launching platform. From land-based training to securing visas, flights, and offshore placements, we handle the logistics so you can focus on your future. Gain over 400 nautical miles of real-world experience and acquire unique skills like scuba diving, DJing, and video content creation to make your CV stand out.
nautical miles covered over your training
years experience in the industry
Ready to Launch Your Career?
Our hands-on approach equips you with the confidence, references, and experience to land a job fast. By the end of our program, you’ll be a well-rounded, highly employable junior crew member, ready to step onto a superyacht and build a rewarding career.
Choose from the following two options:
Option 1
We are excited to introduce to you our ultimate start yachting package designed by captains, bosuns, and yachting instructors to help equip you with every possible qualification and hands-on experience you would require to start yachting successfully and land a job fast.
Option 2
Boost your employability by gaining hands-on experience, honing your skills, and learning from seasoned professionals.
Our academy is designed to give you the edge you need to stand out in the competitive yachting industry.Â
From navigating the high seas to mastering guest service, our comprehensive program covers it all.
STCW 10, RYA Powerboat Lvl2, B1B2 Visa, SAMSA Medical/ENG1
Start Your Journey Today
Stop feeling overwhelmed and unsure. Paper Boat Yacht Academy is your trusted guide to success in the yachting industry. Whether you dream of becoming a captain, traveling the world, or earning enough to buy your first home, we’ll help you make it happen. Begin your adventure now!