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Charter the Perfect Vessel
Three exceptional vessels, each with a professional skipper and everything you need for an unforgettable day on the water. From the Strait of Gibraltar to the Costa del Sol.
Princess V65
Tracey Jayne
Our flagship charter vessel. A powerful, luxurious motor yacht designed for comfort and speed. The ultimate choice for corporate events, family celebrations, and special occasions on the Mediterranean.
Included
- Professional captain & crew
- Fuel
- Beer, wine & soft drinks
- Paddleboard
- Snorkeling equipment
Charter Rates
Prestige 50
Flybridge Yacht
A sleek Jeanneau flybridge yacht with panoramic views, spacious deck, and high-quality finishes. Perfect for day trips, sunset cruises, and private events along the Costa del Sol.
Included
- Professional skipper
- Fuel
- Beer, wine & soft drinks
- Snacks
- Paddleboard
Charter Rates
Nireus CL620
Coastal Cruiser
A versatile, comfortable cruiser ideal for coastal exploration, family outings, and shorter excursions. Smooth handling, modern facilities, and a spacious deck for all the family.
Included
- Professional skipper
- Fuel
- Beer & soft drinks
Charter Rates
All charters include a professional skipper and depart from Puerto Sotogrande Marina
Train with Confidence
From your first steps on the water to advanced navigation, every Prestige Boat Academy course is RYA-endorsed and delivered by qualified maritime instructors.
Motor Boat Day Skipper
Comprehensive hands-on RYA practical course covering seamanship, GPS navigation, route planning, engine operation, and maritime regulations. Taught at Sotogrande Marina.
- Seamanship & safety at sea
- GPS & radar navigation
- Route planning & pilotage
- Engine operation & care
- Meteorology & tidal planning
- Maritime regulations
Prerequisites: 5 days at sea, 100nm, 4hrs night nav
RYA First Aid Certificate
Essential first aid training for sailors and water sports professionals. Online pre-study followed by a practical classroom session with manikins and AED trainers.
- CPR & recovery position
- Bleeding & wound care
- Cold shock & hypothermia
- AED defibrillator training
- Water-related emergencies
- RYA First Aid Handbook included
Prerequisites: No prerequisites required
VHF Radio SRC Certificate
Legally required for operating DSC-equipped VHF radios. Delivered online via Ardent Training with 12 months access, covering maritime communications and distress procedures.
- VHF radio fundamentals
- Maritime mobile service
- Distress & safety comms
- DSC controller operation
- Search & rescue procedures
- 12 months course access
Prerequisites: No prerequisites required
Winter Navigation Training
Sharpen your navigation skills during the off-season. Focused on tidal planning, chart reading, and coastal navigation techniques for motorboat skippers.
- Tidal planning & prediction
- Chart reading & plotting
- Coastal navigation
- Pilotage in confined waters
- Weather pattern reading
- Off-season scheduling
Prerequisites: Some boating experience recommended
Training on Your Terms
Beyond our structured RYA courses, we offer flexible personalised training options and professional safety services tailored to your vessel and your goals.
Bespoke Training
Fully personalised instruction designed around your goals, from basic helmsmanship and docking to advanced navigation and passage planning. We work around your schedule.
- Custom curriculum design
- One-on-one or small group
- Any skill level welcome
- Flexible scheduling
- Expert RYA instructors
- Academy or your location
Own Boat Training
RYA practical training delivered on your personal vessel. Learn in the environment you know best, with expert guidance to build real confidence for coastal passages and marina work.
- Train on your own vessel
- Familiar environment
- Marina & coastal skills
- Safety assessment included
- RYA practical standards
- Build genuine confidence
Safety Assessment
A comprehensive inspection of your vessel covering engine performance, electrical systems, safety equipment, and structural integrity, with guidance on maintenance and emergency readiness.
- Engine performance check
- Electrical systems audit
- Safety equipment review
- Structural integrity check
- Maintenance schedule advice
- Emergency readiness guidance
Contact us for assessment pricing
The Right Place to Learn to Sail
We founded Prestige Boat Academy with a simple mission: to make high-quality, accessible boating education available to everyone, in one of the world’s most beautiful sailing destinations.
RYA Training Centre. All courses are RYA-endorsed, ensuring internationally recognised qualifications.
RYA Training Centre
Fully endorsed by the Royal Yachting Association. Your qualifications are internationally recognised and respected wherever you sail.
Expert Qualified Instructors
Our instructors hold extensive maritime qualifications and bring genuine real-world seamanship experience across a wide range of powered craft.
Prime Mediterranean Location
Based in Puerto Sotogrande, Andalusia's largest private marina, at the crossroads of the Mediterranean and Atlantic via the Strait of Gibraltar.
Small Group Training
We deliberately keep group sizes small so every student gets maximum helm time, personal feedback, and a genuine learning experience rather than just observation.
Practical, Hands-On Learning
We believe real seamanship is learned on the water. Our courses prioritise practical skills over theory, making you a confident and capable skipper.
Flexible Scheduling
From structured RYA courses to bespoke one-day sessions, we work around your schedule, including own-boat training at a time that suits you.
What Our Guests Say
From first-time students to seasoned sailors and charter clients, here’s what people say about their time with Prestige Boat Academy.
“An incredible four days on the water. The instructors at Prestige Boat Academy were knowledgeable, patient, and made the whole experience genuinely enjoyable. Sotogrande is a beautiful setting to learn. I left feeling like a confident skipper.”
James Mitchell
London, UK
“Professional, thorough, and very well organised. The first aid course gave me real confidence for offshore passages. The practical session was excellent. I'd recommend this to any skipper or crew member before heading offshore.”
Sarah Thompson
Gibraltar
“We hired the Princess V65 for our company summer event. Absolutely stunning vessel, an impeccable captain and crew, and an unforgettable day on the Mediterranean. The team went above and beyond. Worth every euro.”
Michael Kowalski
Marbella, Spain
“The bespoke training on my own Fairline Squadron gave me so much more confidence, especially with marina work and coastal navigation in busy anchorages. Very professional approach from start to finish. Highly recommend.”
Roberto Fernández
Sotogrande, Spain
Ready to Cast Off?
Whether you’re booking a course, enquiring about a charter, or have a question about our services, our team is here to help. Get in touch today.
Academy Address
Ribera de Marlin, Local 28
Avda de La Marina
Puerto Sotogrande, 11310 Cadiz
Andalusia, Spain
Located in Andalusia’s largest privately owned marina, at the crossroads of the Mediterranean and Atlantic.
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