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Superyacht Stewardess Training
You’ll leave with repeatable systems, hands-on practice, and job-ready confidence, so you can walk onto any yacht, integrate quickly, and deliver guest-ready service from day one.
Cape Town & Online
become a junior stewardess with vya's
Flagship Yacht Stew Course
Gain practical skills in five-star service, housekeeping, laundry, wine, and guest experience—taught to yacht standards with real-world scenarios. Highly personalised and detailed course, aimed at emulating yacht-like environments with incredibly high standards.
Duration: 5 or 6 days
Location: Cape Town & Online
8,500 – 12,500 ZAR | 425 – 625 Euro
What You'll Learn
Industry Overview
Understand the industry, how it works & the etiquette as crew.
Laundry Skills
Organising, folding, ironing & maintenance in the laundry.
Housekeeping Skills
Learn the art of bed making, detailing, organising and make your own eco-products.
Wine Knowledge & Service
Learn the basics of wine and finesse your wine service confidence.
Mixology
Gain proficiency in classic & creative cocktail making.
Art of Syncronised Service
Practise the art team synchro service serving a 5 course meal.
Guest Communication
Master essential protocols and etiquette for interacting with guests.
Plating & Presenting
Understand the planning, equipment & art of plating food.
Career Advancement Strategies
Gain insights and strategies to advance your career from junior steward/ess to senior roles.
Modules included
Module 1
Comprehensive Industry Overview
Kick-start your superyacht career with a structured plan to land interviews and secure your first role. Build a yacht-ready CV, learn how to dockwalk effectively, register with the right agencies, and set up the practical essentials like visas, banking, and budgeting.
Module 2
Laundry
Master yacht-standard laundry from intake to delivery. Learn sorting, stain removal, laundering, pressing and finishing. Set up efficient guest/crew workflows that keep garments pristine and cabins running smoothly.
Module 3
Wine & Mixology
Deliver five-star dining that delights guests and impresses chiefs. Move with confidence in formal settings, minimising errors and spills. Speed up service with polished mise-en-place and team choreography.
Module 4
Silver Service
Deliver five-star dining that delights guests and impresses chiefs. Move with confidence in formal settings, minimising errors and spills. Speed up service with polished mise-en-place and team choreography.
Module 5
Housekeeping
Deliver five-star cabin standards that guests notice immediately. Cut turn-up and turndown times with efficient room-by-room systems. Protect high-value finishes and fabrics to avoid costly damage.
Recommended Course Pairings
STCW10
+ PDSD
11 days | 5 Certificates
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Elementary First Aid (EFA)
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Personal Safety & Social Resp (PSSR)
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Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
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Marine Fire Fighting (MFF)
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Proficiency in Designated Security Duties(PDSD)
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Ideal For: All maritime crew & renewals
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Available: In-person and online (select modules)
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Scheduled: Weekly
Compulsory
ENG1 | SAMSA Medical
Select one or both
1 day | 1 or 2 Certificates
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Both medicals are MCA‑approved
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Both are recommended (SB purposes)
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Required to prove "Able Seafarer"
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Ideal For: All maritime crew & renewals
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Available: In-person only
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By Appointment Only
Compulsory
Food Health and Safety Level II
Stewardess & Chef - Compulsory
1 day | 1 Certificate
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No pre-requisites
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Highfield International Accreditation
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Superyachts, Hospitality and Cruiseships
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Ideal For: Stewardess, Chefs and Dual Roles
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Available: Online
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Schedule: Daily
Compulsory
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