Take Charge of Your Yachting Career
Flexible, customised, accredited training to help you grow the yachting career you desire.
Don’t sacrifice your earning whilst learning.
The Yacht Stew Academy offers accredited online training so you can develop the right skills at the right time. With 6 month access from sign-up date, you can work around your schedule, whether that be while on watch, during an afternoon on charter break, or on a day off. TYS Academy has been built to work around YOU!
Learning is networking, with every course you gain access to a community of Yacht Crew from around the world.
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Create the Career You Want
with Flexible Online Learning
our courses will help you advance your career in the direction you want.
Remote Courses:
Study whenever and wherever, without sacrificing job opportunities.
Learn Through Projects:
Enjoy learning new skills with interactive assignments directly from the suppliers you will work with. These projects focus on real-life situations and tasks.
Transferrable Skills:
Our courses will equip you to excel both during and after your time within the Yachting Industry.
Small Class Sizes:
You’re a part of the Yacht Stew community and will be part of our Facebook Community groups and can talk directly to your trainer and fellow students.
Ready to take a course?
Book a discovery Zoom call with our team.
We’ll help you decide where to start.
Everything you need to step into new roles with confidence.
With the yachting industry rapidly growing and evolving, flexible training is becoming essential.
As long-time yachting professionals, we understand what it’s like to build a career in luxury hospitality. And we know how lonely it can feel when you’re building your career on your own.
TYS Team has more than 20 years of experience working within all aspects of the Interior on Private & Charter yachts from 35m to 100m.
That’s why we’ve created a fully-accredited, flexible, remote-learning program for yachting professionals of all levels.
Whether you are a junior stewardess or the chief stew, our courses will help you build your dream career.
And best of all, our community will be there to support you and cheer you on every step of the way.
Love,
The Yacht Stew Team
What to Expect at TYS Academy 
Below are a few of our most popular courses!
Head of Service Diploma
Advanced Interior Management
WSET Level 2
Wine List Fundamentals
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Bespoke learning in 3 easy steps
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FIND THE COURSES THAT FULFILL YOUR NEEDS.
Not sure where to start? We offer a free 15-minute Zoom consultation to suggest which courses might suit you best, in which order, and (best of all) why we recommend that progression.
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LEARN AND CONNECT REMOTELY.
All TYS Academy courses are offered remotely, with a thriving community and engaging instructors. You’ll never just “sit and read.” Our courses include resource based projects, with real assessments and targeted feedback on your work.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TAILORED TO YOU.
With the knowledge and skills acquired through TYS Academy training, you’ll build a long, successful career in yachting. You’ll also get an accredited certificate to add to your CV.
Got a question? Check out our frequently asked questions.
Are your courses accredited?
Yes, all TYS Academy courses are accredited through various awarding bodies within the UK and the Maritime Industry. We have also partnered with Industry professionals to ensure the course content is relevant and up-to-date with the ever changing demands of the industry.
What do I need to complete a TYS Academy course?
You simply need internet and access to a tablet (iPad) or laptop and motivation to reach your career goals!
How is the content taught?
We believe that Online content should be interactive and fun, similar to what you would expect from a classroom setting. Therefore, all modules include a variety of presentations, voiceovers, videos, images and downloadable templates. Several of our courses also include interactive assessments which will be reviewed by your instructor.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes! We have designed these courses to ensure that you can manage your own time which is why you will have access for the course for 6 months from the start up date. If you are unable to complete the course during this time, please reach out to [email protected] to discuss your options.
Do I get a certificate?
Absolutely! We want you to be able to put your hard work and effort on your CV and showcase what a fabulous asset you are to an Interior Team.
Are the courses updated regularly?
Yes, the courses are reviewed on a biannual basis. These updates are based on changes within the industry, insight provided by student feedback forms and direct communication with Shipyards, Captains, Owners Representatives and Owners.
Do you provide onboard training?
At TYS Academy, we believe in creating bespoke packages that fit the needs of yourself and the vessel. Please email [email protected] to discuss onboard training options.
