WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A SUPERYACHT CAPTAIN!!!

[@ericjohnramos3778]

Here in the Philippines we connot handle yachts if we connot took 4year maritime course,,and we will take 4 board exams be for we be come a captain yachts or big ship,,and you need to take more experience every rank b4 you become a captain,,we are lot of knowledge, training and experience than the other country,,

[@chrish2996]

Hi Tristan. I never imagined how much work was entailed in becoming a SYC. My father was a Master Ocean and i have the deepest admiration for you. Awesome video

[@martinosborne2842]

Very good advice, when I was younger I worked as a deckhand on merchant ship, my older brother was a captain in the merchant navy now works as a river pilot in the UK. The only thing missing from the superb advice given by Tristan was the word luck, believe me you will need a little bit of this no matter what level you work at in any role, the only other advice I would give is that if you do get a little bit of luck is that you appreciate it then work hard to benefit from it! Great video once again, cheers!!

[@glennlepien473]

Great explanation of the process and requirements .. I just got my MMC (US) 100 Ton Master recently and it took me a year to do so and this is with a 24yr Navy career and 17 yrs Sea Service under my belt already. 100 Ton Master is just a MoPed compared to what you have. One thing for sure .. experience is the best teacher and you point that out so well. Thank you for your channel and all of the information you provide to us "Lesser Marine" creatures, Captain Tristan. FWFS, Sir.

[@GTIracerr]

6 in the morning on a Sunday! Early video. Have a nice day everybody.

[@jonathanevans9257]

Respect to all Yacht and Ships captains! Let me throw this in the mix, for my honeymoon a good friend lent me his 53ft Azimut with a captain and an old 30ft Sunseeker powerboat. Each for 4 days. I had a lot more enjoyment on the Suneeker with my wife than the Azimut (I have day skipper licence) We stayed ashore when using the Sunseeker. Far more flexibility and relazing than the planning needed to 'put to sea' and coming into a port! Just blasted along the coast out of Port Andrax every day to a restaurant or beach. Anyone else think the same?

[@philmahoney9014]

Hard work gets you what you want, well done Captain.

[@rs2352]

Very Well Done Captain Tristan! Having started off as an Ordinary Seaman back in 1980 on Deepsea Commercial Vessels, over the course of sixteen (16) years of hard work working my way up the ladder, was able to earn the 'Big Ticket' from the US Coast Guard. That is, Master Mariner, Any Gross Tons, Oceans. Two years after than, I earned my first Command. Exactly as you say, dirty jobs, long hours, demanding situations, a LOT of training, and above all, ultimate determination to succeed are part and parcel of wanting to earn the Command of a Vessel. And again, spot on, the THREE ESSENTIALS - The Safety of all onboard, the safety of the vessel, and protection of the environment. It is a tough job, but if you have that fire in you, it is ultimately rewarding.

[@gjurdisviaene8314]

Very intresting for anyone. Huge respect for anyone who is working in the industry. Also knowing the fact that you can't run a yacht without your team.

[@mrjeffmissemily2428]

If I sign up for a Captain’s course and fail, would Capt Jack make me walk the plank? Do you get to carry a saber? What about an eye patch? How do I get a parrot to stand on my shoulder? How many pound shots for the canons? Do you carry chests of gold? Ok, seriously, I do enjoy traveling the seas with you and your fellow crew persons. At 65, I’m too damned old to come out of retirement and start a new career. I feel like I should dust off my passport when I watch the videos. Keep ‘em coming’! I love ‘em.

[@jerrymullen9661]

I can see why you started at 16! Thanks as always!

[@henrikcarmel1]

This is well put and well chosen information and advice - whether you endeavour to be a captain or want to know what it takes in skills and persistence to be in charge of a superyacht

[@amandaashton5444]

Wow! Makes you appreciate all the work that goes into getting that Captain's ticket.

[@ssebunyaoswald6711]

Hello Captain, kindly advise me where to get best deckhand training in the States, currently in Africa

[@alexandradane3672]

It takes an awful amount of hard work to, learning , experience to qualify as “ Captain” “ to gain and hold a Master’s Certificate in private commercial and merchant marine . I hope that the standards remain as high as they once were , far too many “rookie” mistakes , it seems are happening in the world of private charters . Certainly, if the Master of the Vessel feels any doubt or lacks the confidence either at sea or on entering a Prt to dock , I’d hope they’d have the sense to call for advice if at sea and if in Port , communicate any uncertainty to the Harbour Master and wait for assistance . Anyway , thank you for the video , it was interesting . I’ve only just discovered this channel and will watch more following from on from this one . Best wishes to all.

[@patrickmolloy6994]

Wow...so much work involved. But like any professional career, doth hard work and study leads to success - it's down to the individual as to how hard to commit. Tristan, well done ! Respect!

[@superyachtchef]

Although many of the owners of super yachts stole their wealth to purchase both vessel and crew services 🙃

[@skiingfast1]

Well planned dialogue and visuals. Great Detailing.

[@Schimri]

Very good, thanks. And hope you will be soon back on board.!

[@garethchild]

There is nothing more satisfying that setting yourself a challenge, grafting for years, and achieving it - IMHO it is the secret of happiness. I know I would much prefer to achieve the competences to be master of a superyacht than be a passenger. Even if I could afford the boat, I just know that I would enjoy it more from the bridge than from a sun lounger.

[@stevenzobel4517]

Thanks for making this video I have something to think about

[@stephenmurray9850]

WOW, I truly respect anyone who has to go through all that to Captain a ship. I'll just wait till I win lotto and buy my own ship , then I can be captain any time I like ...LOL

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Stephen Murray 🤣👍

[@tinarey9657]

somewone want awol from thier duty!!!

[@wernerdanler2742]

The owner can never be the captain unless he has gone through and gotten his certs like Tristan just described.

[@wjrphoto4093]

Nice to hear you have ties to my hometown Liverpool. Hoping my career will lead me to maritime so good info!

[@jasonadamson4111]

What about attending a maritime management and sea Captain education? Unlimited ticket and 4.5 years studies

[@Captain_Stevan]

Love the way you explain. Can’t wait to become captain! I need to wait 18 months more for exams..I give my self 💯 I don’t want to become dumb ass Captain, I want to be great Captain!! 🤙🤙

[@dhxjsjsu4081]

Did you pass?

[@Captain_Stevan]

@@dhxjsjsu4081 I will in February

[@daniellauper8115]

Slick and professionel That's what I like 👍👍👍

[@paulm2187]

As always a great session Tristan, both interesting and informative. On this vlog's particular topic can you offer comments on the importance of the captain's relationship with the owner; and also the importance and key aspects of providing an enjoyable guest experience.

[@MrMarkbrown218]

Brilliant video, very informative.

[@kwasidavis1497]

thanks so much for the info, i've been looking for a vid like this since october last year

[@seatravel8536]

Great video. In my humble opinion, to all, work Diligently on people skills, it is the most challenging part for most nowadays. It has a great side effect, experience folks tend to take you under their wing easily for the technical parts.

[@andre1987eph]

I want to get a Captain's license so I can Co Captain my own Super Yacht (120 ft yacht) one day.

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

Brilliant, I'm learning more and more, please keep them coming 👍

[@dougfranker2755]

I have been watching Below Deck and it looks way easier than what you are explaining. I have a 32’ flybridge and I think I’m completely qualified to pilot AWOL so if you want a break just give me a call hahahahahahaha

[@luislankester3904]

Lucky me, I live in Mallorca (20 minutes away from palma)

[@kwasidavis1497]

whattttttt!!!! you said you missed alot of thing out? yowww thats crazyyy but even though the road is long no matter how long i know i'm making it i'm just 20

[@ACPilot]

Better route to go for the large merchant ship route and then move to the larger superyachts or megayachts. No deckhand duty or scrubbing toilets, just duty on the bridge, upgrading to captain in due time. Friend of mine did that, been captain on two megayachts of Mr. A and two of Mr. A (different Mr. A) 😉

[@Playtoallwins]

Awesome video Captain Tristan 😀👍. I started in this industry in the Douro riverboats (85meters) and then yatchs. Now because of covid 19 i m trying to go to Merchant nautical school (its the only portuguese school with this course) . Is like collage is a course of 3 years were we get all those courses put all thogether (comms, safety , navigation , stability etc). 1 Question with that certification and experience is it possible to be a Captain of a super our mega yatch? Our all that experience someone still have to do a course equivalent just to master yatch?

[@colin.chaffers]

Very concise, it would be useful to know how much (approx) each stage costs

[@mjobrien69]

Each 5 day course is approximately £1000 Orals prep is probably the same.. I did merchant navy route, I probably have had £60-£80k of training over a three year nautical college period plus what I required for my Chief Officer license. I have a big folder full of certificates that are £500-£1000 each and approximately 4 of those are to be renewed every five years. I have my gas and oil endorsements, also my DP advanced - all of which cost more money and time, and I probably won't use them again 😄 DP advanced for example cost me personally about £5k to obtain and 2 months working for free in Saudi to get my DP time for the advanced course from the beginners course.

[@colin.chaffers]

Matt O'Brien many thanks for a comprehensive reply

[@danalivingabroad]

Thanks for the knowledge. Do you have a list of everything written and do some of these credentials work for US citizens too? And do you have an estimate for the total cost once all is complete?

[@fisherh9111]

Is being old and a bit ugly a disadvantage? I can groom myself well but old is old and ugly is ugly.

[@skiingfast1]

Usually. Esysman talked about that in one of his Q&A videos. He said you have to submit photos and rarely videos when you apply.

[@nemo227]

Those are qualities I'd prefer when I buy my yacht (if the lottery people will hurry up and draw my winning numbers).

[@Josh-bj1qo]

As a captain do u often find yourself having influence on who is hired onboard is that entirely upto owner ?

[@harryryder3743]

If the boat is just under 15m (14.78m) is it not possible to complete the training book?

[@kush9673]

I have oow coc for merchant vessel. Will I be able to get job as a 3rd mate on yacht?

[@superyachtchef]

Morning Trist - You will acknowledge that in the commercial and luxury cruise ship sector, there is a best practice approach to employment/engagement of crew and more importantly the senior office class. We try to recruit the very best, regardless of ethnicity and/or nationality, if you meet the requirements you are perfect for the post. However it the private sector both owner operated and chartered, are under represented by many professionals from non white (Northern European/Southern African/North American/Australian) heritage. Q. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Q. From your two decades in the industry how many yuaths have you crewed with non white personnel? Q. How many serving super yachts captains do you personally know are from non white heritage? Q. Why do you think that majority of super yacht owners have traditionally only employed white crews and why does the sector/industry mainly recommend white crews? Q. If you agree there is under representation. How do you think this glass ceiling can be smashed and when do you think this is going start to happen? Thanks for the opportunity to engage on this level - 🏅🏅🏅 From lockdown in Norway 😉

[@michaelrains2268]

What would the difference be between superyacht captain and a merchant marine ship captain? Are the credentials and education about equal? Thanks , loved the video!

[@davehester7349]

Great video again Tristan....while your still in dock....is it possible to do a video about how the Captian and Owner work together to achieve the working of the yacht and that it goes smoothly....such as supplies....maintenance...fuel...food...ect....because ultimately it is his money that pays for it all. Yet the Captains experience that does the scheduling and over seeing.....just checking to see if that would be possible.

[@OrangeAgent5]

After watching a lot of your videos, *this is the one, why I´m going to subscribe to your channel.* Sounds maybe absurd, because there are no beauty-shots of yachting etc. in this Video. But: I alyways like and admire, if people find dedication to something and are good and professional at it.

[@jamesceasarjosecabrera4414]

" cruising in the sunshine drinking champs that is far from truth " hahahahaha

[@Rama_Guru]

I like the Captoan Ron way better ha ha ha

[@tadejkrek259]

I am going to school for maritime but not in the UK…and in 4 years of school we cover all the things you mention except the yachtmasters. Will i need to do every course either way i finished school?

[@calvinthomas4155]

Great video!

[@GordyJosie]

Great vid - I wouldn't mind understanding how much more the captains of the really big Super Yachts - >100m, what extra they must have learnt. Or the qualification if there is one.

[@barrieforte2588]

Also, sound very expensive -Thank you for the insight

[@stevenzobel4517]

A man who is 48 years old would it be harder for him at that age than someone who is younger

[@filip1997andersson]

Not really when you are older you have more experience and confidence

[@susangregory5261]

Looking into a superyacht career. Would you suggest UKSA, sponsorship with a mangement company or just get the basic requirements and go dockwalking and then look ahead? Great informative video. Thanks . Maverick

[@lizcuevas980]

I think your video was great, I think you should have said how many years it took for you to be a master.

[@davidstewart9233]

Hi Tristan, Excellent vlog and very informative. Couple of questions. After gaining employment after initial relevant qualifications financed at own expense , does your employer contribute towards gaining further qualifications? From my experience as an amateur sailor the price of single or 5 day courses for Day Skipper and Yacht Master’s are extremely expensive. Is there a common practise or does it vary from Super Yacht to Super Yacht. Thanks

[@damianwadsworth7603]

Can I go into this industry with tattoos? Only one public friendly one on my leg other wise if it’s not visible it’s fine? As well is long hair alright? I’m planning on doing my course in March and would just like to know if I have to cut it?

[@mayhem661616]

Other than space and showing off to your friends, is there anything you can do on a 160-200+ foot SY that you can’t do on a 120ft?

[@stevumsirs]

Have a second helipad for that convenience factor

[@andrewowens2513]

If you joined the navy and drove the boat there would that count towards anything in become a Yacht captain

[@mjobrien69]

boat or ship? probably not.. might count as sea time if a ship, nothing else.. sorry..

[@salnazm330]

I am a chief officer on cargo ship. How can I switch to Yachting industry? Great videos btw.

[@unknowndirection458]

very cool! we learned a lot from you... and we would love you to checkout our yachting videos.. in the Middle East and Red Sea

[@archieplugge9889]

Hi I was just wondering how long it took you to become captain and two personal questions how old are you and what is the average salary for captain

[@craze5536]

Do you know what GCSE you need to do ?? My dream is to become a yacht captain

[@davidrobertson6346]

it's not much really. are you planning on going to nautical college?

[@masguapoako]

Lucky number 7

[@superyachtchef]

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[@SuperCrash1980]

Captain, serious question. I have my 100 ton unlimited master here in the US. I’ve only done personal charters usually on my personal vessels. However, I’m retired military and looking to travel and meet new people. Would having these US credentials from the USCG and being former special forces help my CV or getting on a boat for a summer as crew other than a basic deckhand?

[@geoffhayday6003]

Could an unqualified owner captain his own super yacht if not used for commercial purposes? If so, presumably there is a size cut off point, ie no qualifications for a canoe but as it gets bigger....?

[@moneymachine6617]

Thx for this video its my dream to be a captain on a luxury yacht i will work hard and hope to Even get where you are. And how much do you make while being a officerwatch

[@simondid]

can you make a video of what it wot involve becoming an engineer on a ship like awol ?

[@ArtVanAuggie]

So, what about a U.S. flagged yacht or U.S. flagged commercial yacht?

[@jopwesdijk7338]

I do a maritime officer maritime scedule. has this the advantage of possibly being trained as a super yacht captain?

[@yachtdiving9680]

Hi Capt. Most of my certifications are from STCW 1978. Is it still eligible or it is not? Thank you.

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Hi, you need to ask the flag state of the vessel you want to work on.

[@yachtdiving9680]

@@SuperYachtCaptain Thank you 🙏🏽😃

[@christopherjohnson3520]

Hello 👋 Commander! Sounds Familiar. I Believe my favorite Pilot 👨‍✈️ channel Captain Petter from Mentour Pilot expressed all the same sentiments. Crew Coordination & Teamwork is the basis for everything that makes his job as a Captain Successful. 😎 Cool! Thnx! CJ

[@magnushawking2427]

What if you go to college for being a ship captain? How do you go from there

[@winnie1276]

Tristan, whats the story on the ruffle you had set up end of last year. Got all quiet about it. Does the raffle materialize or do we get the money back...? You were talking about promoting the raffle but have not seen or heard anything in that directon. Can you deliver on your promise? A frequent update on that matter would be appreciated. Thanks

[@cowboy10uk]

Peter Frauchiger to be fair, he does mention it is still going on, on almost every video he does. Certainly I’ve heard Tristan mention the raffle on the last 3 videos I’ve watched.

[@k53847]

Then you should see the USCG version...

[@oa127]

What about the head stewardess and ship engineers?

[@route66flyer29]

Well at 75 years young looks like I barely missed my window to start training huh. *Dance the Skies*

[@kwasidavis1497]

no sir, you can captain a recreational sailing yacht for fun go to crewbay.com

[@TheMickeyBloo]

I'd be happy becoming a ship's cat. Lol is 42 too late to get in the game with no prior crew experience?

[@peterlazuric5641]

Great video for a young person wanting to get into the yachting industry. I just want to get a couple of things straight can one get the STCW Basic Training ,Power Boat Level 2 and then the Efficient Deckhand without the 6 months sea service? Also do you see maybe in five or ten years down the road yacht owners will require their officers and captains to have a college degree. If not that would be great because here in the U.S. that's going to take an additional four years and a lot of money.

[@superyachtchef]

Ask yourself, which subject would be of any practical use as a Captain of a yacht and why would owners five or ten years down the line require it? Given that the completion of all the required elements of the Captain training is the equivalent of a postgraduate degree. Owners are very unlikely to look outside of best practice until it fails

[@bidlymovies987]

@@superyachtchef Uh, how about Engineering, Geography ,Oceanography, Meteorology and perhaps even Psychology or Drama.

[@peterlazuric5641]

Thank you for your reply. I have read and heard it can take up to 10 to 12 years to get a 3000 ton masters and that is working yachts and taking the necessary classes constantly. In any of the sciences getting the B.S., M.S.,and PhD would take about 12 to 13 years. So I can see your reasoning.

[@superyachtchef]

@@bidlymovies987 if you choose to work in the large commercial shipping (cruise line )then it could be an advantage. But as the majority of the officer class come from in house apprenticeships/progression, the merchant and naval backgrounds, then they tend to advance much fast as they have been tried and tested. The principal of theory and practice, works well but practice is supreme once the theory has been established. So coming back to luxury yachts and given that it has taken a talented candidate like Tristan a number of years to achieve his accreditation. Do you honestly think that a candidate for the post of Captain should spend 3/5years of his or her youth in university away from the yachting world? Or maybe it would be better spent servicing in the navy, where he or she could also take several relevant higher qualifications. Where as you could start out as a deckhand and work your way up 😉

[@earlhill]

Brilliant

[@christiano8088]

Tristan looks a bit like Arnold Schwartzenegger, a slimmer version! 😍

[@adamtaylor202]

How do you feel about yachting and merchant navy cadetships as s entry route?

[@littleboatcaptain6962]

Can I ask another question, I'm getting my boat coded, should I do that here in England, or should I wait till it's shipped to malaga, then do it there Many thanks 👍👍

[@joesphbest3120]

After you pass all that. Do you have to take refresher coursers?

[@superyachtchef]

Not if you're continually engaged as a captain but it always helps to ensure that you are fully aware and up to date on the development of operating systems, industry standards, international legislation, environmental protection policies etc

[@LetsGoOutdoors]

Just out of curiosity can the owner of the Yacht take control/command of the ship?

[@os6219]

Let's Go Outdoors as long as he has a license...then officially yes. Otherwise only n presence of captain

[@laetitiabarbera]

Hi captain!!

[@deepakbabu4767]

Sir whether indians are recruited in the yachts as deckhand

[@bps804]

What about license above 3000gt?

[@novaheating9240]

love the snoring comment.

[@tinarey9657]

crazy how any let you captain a boat after you crashed another boat DOCCKKKED !

[@mrdn13]

Is it late to start at 35?

[@liorlotr]

Sea time on a navy missile cruiser can count for yacht industry ?

[@CaptainCamAdderley]

liorlm yes it will once it logged in and verified. Sea time is Sea time

[@CaptainCamAdderley]

liorlm you’ll have to learn new things though, like how to clean teak and wash down a boat

[@asel612]

Damn, it's easier to buy a milion dollar superyacht than to pass all those exams 😳

[@Donald_Shaw]

I can't believe I'm the first one to like and comment on this video. Hi Captain Tristan!

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Don Shaw Morning Don

[@superyachtchef]

🏅🏅🏅

[@WaterfrontJustin]

Get your captains license and wait for 3 other captains to die because there are more captains than yachts.

[@markchip1]

Essentially, being a Captain is not a job - it's a PROFESSION!!!

[@scotthammond460]

Thanks mate...again I am not really into boating

[@michaelswann8851]

The equivalent to a degree from a good university.

[@superyachtchef]

I think you might need to be a bit more expansive on your question as the comparison might not be relevant. On the other hand if you are focused on status, the process of achievement in becoming a certified professional in this classification/role, would be at a postgraduate level of qualification and the institutions are peer reviewed/Ivy League. Hope this helps

[@elon53]

I dont know English. What is needed?

[@nemo227]

No Tristan, I don't want to be a captain, I want to win the lottery and HIRE YOU to find a good/excellent captain for the Westport 130 I will buy. Deal?

[@ah244895]

Tristan is on a 122 now. I think he had his sights set on something longer than a 132😁

[@nemo227]

@@ah244895 And all I have is a 15.5 ft boat in my driveway (in case of tsunami?).