Overview
Ready to set sail on a career where luxury meets adventure?
Our comprehensive Superyacht Stewardess Course has everything you need to find your first job at sea. From the mandatory STCW Basic Safety Training to expert-led interior management and 5-star silver service skills, over 15 transformative days you’ll gain hands-on experience, industry insights, and the confidence to shine aboard the world’s finest yachts.
As a Superyacht Stewardess, you’re the heart of the yacht’s interior, ensuring immaculate housekeeping and delivering outstanding service that rivals the world’s finest hotels. You’ll be part of a dedicated team of Officers, Engineers, Chefs, and Deckhands, all guided by the Captain to create a bespoke 5-star experience for guests and owners alike.
Best of all, you’ll get to live on board as the yacht cruises to some of the most stunning locations on the planet, all the while earning a great salary! Want to discover more about this exciting role? Check out our guide on Becoming a Stewardess.
Is the Superyacht Stewardess Course right for me?
Whether you’re male or female, just finished college or looking for a career change, our Superyacht Stewardess Course is the perfect entry into this exciting world.
You don’t need any yachting or hospitality experience either, just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Participants must be at least 18 years old, and we recommend completing an ENG1 Medical prior to the course to confirm you’re medically fit for working at sea.
Designed and taught by industry experts
Our Superyacht Stewardess Course has been crafted to give you all the practical skills and knowledge that Chief Stews and Captains value most in their interior teams. Throughout this action-packed training, you’ll gain the technical certifications, hands-on experience, and professional polish that will give you a distinct edge in the yachting industry.
Here’s an overview of what you’ll learn:
STCW Basic Safety Training: This is the mandatory safety certification required to work on superyachts, ensuring you’re fully prepared to handle emergency situations at sea.
Bespoke Stewardess Training: Everything you need to know for a successful career as a Stewardess. From housekeeping and guest services to the finer details of silver service, our course prepares you for every aspect of interior yacht management.
Hospitality & Service Essentials: Gain confidence in bartending, wine service, mixology, flower arranging and more, which are vital skills to create the premium guest experience superyachts demand.
RYA Powerboat Level 2: With this certification, you’ll be able to drive yacht tenders (a smaller boat to transport supplies and guests) safely and confidently, making you an even more valuable and versatile crew member.
And there is so much more! You’ll benefit from real-world insights shared by our lead Stewardess who spent years working on superyachts.
Why train with Flying Fish?
- Small class sizes for personalised, hands-on learning
- The only provider offering extensive motorboat experience
- Industry-leading Career Support Service
- Premium accommodation – Just £580 for the full course duration
- A proven track record of helping students kickstart their Superyacht careers
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Key facts
Almost all customers choose our accommodation option. Flying Fish crew houses in Cowes are comfortable and centrally located—just a 5-minute walk to the town and our training centre. You can mix and socialise with other people on the course who, like you, will start a career in the Superyacht industry.
Please select the accommodation option below if you want to stay with us.
All crew who want to work on a commercial vessel, including Superyachts, must hold an ENG1 Medical. We recommend you complete the ENG1 Medical before the start of your course, as it confirms you are fit to go to sea. However, it is not a booking condition, so you can book your course without it.
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- Superyacht Interior Certificate
- CIEH Food Safety Level 2
- MCA Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- RYA VHF Radio
- Barista training, wine appreciation, and cocktail mixing course.
- Silver service, housekeeping, Napkin/towel folding, and flower arranging.
- Industry-focused Customer service training.
- Career Support Service
- Small student groups for a personal approach and one-to-one time
You must be 18 years old or older to train with Flying Fish.
The course is suitable for complete beginners or those with experience who are looking to work as a Steward or Stewardess on a Superyacht.
To work on a Superyacht you will need to complete an ENG1 Medical and we recommend you complete this prior to the start of your course, though this is not essential.
The course is made up of fun, action-packed practical and theory exercises that will gain you certificates essential for putting you ahead of others looking for work in the industry. Here is an overview of the course structure:
Week 1 – STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Basic Safety Training is a compulsory set of qualification for ALL crew who work on Superyachts. This six-day course is made up of several elements.
Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR), Personal Survival Techniques, Elementary First Aid, and Security Awareness.
Week 2 – The day job
VHF Radio Operators Course – 1 Day
RYA Radio VHF Short Range Certificate (GMDSS/DSC) teaches you marine radio techniques and emergency procedures. VHF (SRC) exam fee is included in the course cost.
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD) – 1 Day
PDSD is for crew members required to perform a security-related duty onboard a ship or Superyacht. The one-day, MCA-approved course provides the essential training to enable you to perform your role onboard.
Interior Training – 5 Days
During your training on this course, you will cover these subjects:
- Professional aspects of crewing on Superyachts
- Industry Clinic: the role of the interior crew and life onboard
- Wine appreciation course at an independent boutique establishment
- In-house barista training
- Cocktail training
- Level 2 food hygiene course run by an industry specialist and restaurateur
- Silver service training run by ex-Superyacht Chief Stew.
- Housekeeping and laundry, including cleaning products and their uses
- Flower arranging and table set up
- Mooring protocol, fenders, and lines
- Suitcase packing
- Ironing & stain removal workshop.
- Napkin folding
RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course – 2 Days
This practical on-water course is a legal requirement for crew driving the yacht tenders. The course is great fun, enjoyed by all.
Exclusive Career Support Service
Our Careers Support Service is exclusively for customers enrolled onto our Deck and Steward/ess course. We will guide you through all the details about working on a yacht, from paying tax to bank accounts, salary guides, your role onboard, and how to write a yachting CV.
Book Superyacht Stewardess Course today!
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15 day(s)
From £3,110
Cowes, Isle of Wight
Still not sure?
From training to career advise we’ll be happy to sit down and give you the guidance you need!
We would recommend supplementing your training with the following courses to further boost your CV and increase your employability.
Superyacht Deckhand Course
Our most popular programme, providing everything you need to start your new career. Includes STCW Basic Safety Training.
20 day(s)
From £3,110
Superyacht Interior Course
This course is suitable if you already hold your STCW Basic Safety Training and are looking for additional knowledge and training on the role of a Steward or Stewardess.
5 day(s)
£1,600