Premier RYA & MCA Maritime Training Centre in Palma de Mallorca

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Train with Active RYA Examiners at Palma’s Longest Established School

Don’t leave your qualifications to chance. At Palma Sea School, we don’t just teach the syllabus – we set the standard. With three active RYA Examiners on our permanent team, we offer an insider’s level of expertise that ensures you are fully prepared for success. Whether you are launching a career with MCA engineering and professional deck courses, or learning to sail for leisure, join the thousands of crew who have chosen to train with the best.

We deliver expert tuition right in the heart of the Paseo Marítimo.

800+ 5-Star Google Reviews
🎓 3 Active RYA Examiners On-Site
Longest-Established School in Palma
📍 Paseo Marítimo Location

What Our Students Say

Real feedback from deckhands, engineers, and captains who trained with us in Palma.

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Jonathan Armstrong
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I did competent crew on Mille. Bali was a great teacher and it was a very fun week - the setting is beautiful. Would highly recommend the stop in andratx and getting some swimming / snorkeling in during the mornings before the wind picks up
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Brian Bear
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Great way to enter the world of sailing, loads of fun doing so too
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Julian Facon
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After doing my AEC course at Palma Sea School I can say It has been a pleasure to learn from this institution. The Instructors are excellent and the hands on experience is practical.
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Zane Rushton
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Really good people and great courses
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Ada Oluk
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Very lovely experience and teachers got 3 certificates here and am fully satisfied with all experiences
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Ludovico Belli
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Great experience doing the AEC 2, very nice instructor and staff!
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Thomas Grey
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Best sea school in Mallorca to get your courses done, without a doubt!
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Daniele Coppola
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Passing the Yachtmaster offshore course is always a constant source of anxiety, but with John's training and valuable advice, everything becomes clearer and more understandable. He's a competent and reliable instructor. And then there's Jo, a focal point at this school, extremely helpful, always ready to answer your questions and resolve your concerns. My English may not have been perfect, but here at Palma Sea School they didn't make me feel inferior. I'm actually thinking about the Yach Master ocean with them.
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Eva Torres López
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I completed the AEC1 course with Palma Sea School and had a great experience. The classroom facilities were very good, and we had access to a wide variety of engines for hands-on learning. We also used the school’s boat in the marina, which gave us the opportunity to see the engine running in a real-world setting. Our instructor, Jon, was highly professional, very knowledgeable, and always willing to answer questions. Overall, it was a well-organized, practical, and enjoyable course that I would highly recommend.
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Our RYA & MCA Training Pathways

Select your required discipline or click any course below for full syllabus and booking details.

RYA Sail Cruising Courses Sail Cruising

RYA Sail Courses

From Deckhand to Skipper

Start your journey or take command. Our practical sail training path takes you from essential Competent Crew basics through to Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper in the Bay of Palma.

RYA Motor Cruising Courses Motor Cruising

RYA Motor Cruising

From Novice to Night Cruising

Take the helm of a power vessel. Our structured motor path guides you from Helmsman introduction right through to professional Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper qualifications.

RYA Yachtmaster Qualifications Gold Standard

RYA Yachtmaster® Courses

Pro Certification & Packages

Prove your skill with global commercial recognition. Intensive 2-week exam prep packages and modules for ambitious skippers aiming for Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore, or Ocean.

MCA Approved Engine Courses Engineering

MCA Engineering Courses

Power Your Maritime Career

Gain essential engine room skills and official MCA tickets. Hands-on practical component training taught by veteran engineers in our central Palma workshop facility.

STCW Safety & Security Courses Safety & Security

STCW Maritime Safety

Essential Crew Compliance

Mandatory MCA safety, security, and refresher qualifications required for superyacht and commercial vessel crew to maintain STCW 2010 Manila compliance.

RYA Theory & E-Learning Courses Theory & E-Learning

RYA Theory & E-Learning

Master Navigation Anywhere

In-depth navigation, chartwork, meteorology, and short courses delivered via intensive Palma classroom sessions or flexible online e-learning modules.

Why Train With Palma Sea School?

Don't leave your maritime qualifications or career to chance.

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Active RYA Examiners

Learn directly from the experts who conduct Yachtmaster exams. Gain examiner-level insights and industry best practices.

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16+ Years Excellence

The longest-established training centre in Palma & Balearics, with thousands of successful crew members operating globally.

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Prime Marina Location

Located directly on Avinguda de Gabriel Roca (Paseo Marítimo), walking distance from Club de Mar, main superyacht docks, and crew housing.

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MCA & RYA Accredited

Full suite of commercial deck, MCA engineering, STCW safety, and RYA sail and motor cruising certifications under one roof.

Unmatched Leadership & Pass Rates in Palma

Founded and operated by industry professionals with decades of sea time, Palma Sea School provides an insider's level of instruction. Our teaching team is led by active RYA Examiners who know exactly what is expected during high-level practical assessments and commercial master exams.

Whether you are entering the industry as a deckhand or completing your final MCA Chief Mate requirements, you benefit from personal instruction, small class sizes, and top-tier training vessels.

At Palma Sea School, we are in a unique position within the training industry. We are extremely proud to have three specialist instructors on our team who are also active RYA Examiners.

Permanent Lead Instructors & RYA Examiners:

  • Simon Bradshaw – RYA Examiner (Yachtmaster Sail and Ocean)
  • John O’Hara – RYA Examiner (Yachtmaster Sail)
  • Steve Ginger – RYA Examiner (Yachtmaster Motor)
John O'Hara, Steve Ginger, and Simon Bradshaw - RYA Examiners at Palma Sea School

Visit Our Training Centre in Palma

Our air-conditioned classrooms and engineering workshop facilities are located on the main Paseo Marítimo waterfront, directly opposite Palma's primary superyacht marinas.

Address:
Avinguda de Gabriel Roca 15, 1st Floor,
07014 Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Direct Telephone:
+34 662 330 493 / +34 971 100 518
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 17:00