From First Dock Walk To Captain’s Chair
Independent guidance, training pathways, and industry connections to help you build a successful maritime career.
An intelligence platform for an industry that never had one.
Yachting careers have always started the hard way — guesswork, brochures and whoever shouted loudest. We built the platform that replaces all of it, assembled from the ground up so every recommendation is based on real options, not marketing.
- Fragmented information scattered across forums, group chats and word of mouth.
- Wrong recommendations that cost months and thousands.
- Expensive course bundles padded with modules you never needed.
- Paying the most expensive school for OOW modules that cost a fraction elsewhere.
We close every one of those gaps — with data, not opinions.
Built, not borrowed
This database was assembled course by course, school by school. That is why our advice reflects what is actually available today — not last year's marketing.
True comparison
Compare any course at any school on price, accreditation, and timing. The smartest option for your budget and career becomes obvious.
Global coverage
From Antibes to Cape Town, Palma to Antigua, we map training options across the yachting world so you can train where it makes sense.
Visa network
Direct lines to 200 visa specialists across the globe. The right paperwork, the right appointment, the right timing.
This is where you start. The entire industry, finally working for you.
Where Are You In Your Journey?
New To Yachting
You're ready to step aboard for the first time. We'll map your certifications, visas, and first-season strategy.
Explore this pathActive Crew
You're working onboard and want to source the right courses without overpaying for bundled packages.
Explore this pathLooking To Progress
You're chasing the next stripe — interior, deck, or engineering. We'll build the route to your next role.
Explore this pathParent & Family
Supporting someone entering the industry. Understand the path, the costs, and how to help them succeed.
Explore this pathSponsor A Crew Member
Give back by funding training for talented crew who need a hand getting started.
Explore this path
Concierge guidance, built entirely around you.
We are not a training school and we take no commission. That independence is what lets us give crew honest, career-first advice.
Independent advice
We are not owned by any school, so our recommendations serve your career — never a sales target.
No commission bias
We take zero kickbacks from training providers. The path we map is the one that is right for you.
Direct school pricing
You book courses at the real, standalone price — not an inflated bundle.
Personalised guidance
Every plan is built around your background, budget, and the role you are aiming for.
Industry expertise
Guidance from advisors who came up through the ranks and know how hiring really works.
See exactly where you start — and where you can go.
Choose a department to map your progression, from your first role all the way to the top of the ladder.
- 1Deckhand / Sole Deckhand
Experience: Entry level — no sea time required.
Key tickets: STCW Basic Safety Training, ENG1 Medical, Powerboat Level 2
- 2Lead Deckhand
Experience: 1–2 seasons on deck.
Key tickets: PWC / Jet Ski, RYA Tender Operator, VHF SRC Radio
- 3Bosun
Experience: 3+ seasons, strong tender & deck management.
Key tickets: RYA Yachtmaster Offshore prep, PDSD, Powerboat Advanced
- 4Third Officer
Experience: 36 months sea service.
Key tickets: OOW (Yachts <3000gt) modules, Yachtmaster Offshore, NWKO
- 5Second Officer
Experience: OOW certified with watchkeeping time.
Key tickets: ECDIS, GMDSS, Advanced Sea Survival, Efficient Deck Hand
- 6Mate / Chief Officer
Experience: Senior watchkeeping experience.
Key tickets: Chief Mate <3000gt, HELM Operational, Medical Care
- Captain
Experience: Proven command experience.
Key tickets: Master <3000gt or <500gt, HELM Management, ISM/ISPS
Not sure of your next step?
Map your exact route to the top with a free 20-minute intro call. We'll tell you which tickets to prioritise and when.
Book a free intro callSkills That Move You Up
The specialised skills that get you hired, promoted, and trusted onboard.
In yachting, progression isn't just about time served — it's about the value you bring beyond your job description. These are the specialist skills that make crew stand out, reduce reliance on outside contractors, and elevate guest experience at the highest level.
Crew who moved up — faster than they thought possible.
in 14 months
career step-up
fleet progression
Built by crew who started with nothing.
The Crew Atelier team came up through the ranks, navigating the exact same challenges. We know how difficult it is to plan a career — which is why we offer honest pricing, transparent advice, and full-service career progression for crew at every level.
Track the global yachting season in real time.
Explore our interactive map to see where the industry is active right now, how the fleet moves throughout the year, and where your best career opportunities are concentrated.
Explore the Map- South Africa
- Brazil
- Florida, USA
- Mediterranean
- Philippines
Comprehensive support,
end to end.
Training & Certification, Worldwide
From STCW and your first tickets to senior management qualifications — we source the most cost-effective accredited schools across 40+ countries, with a database growing every day.
The Modern Yacht CV
Formatting and content strategy designed to pass through elite management agency filters.
Visa Logistics
Every maritime visa — not just B1/B2 and Schengen — supported by 200+ visa specialists in our database, covering crew worldwide.
Training routes built around the certifications you actually need.
Optimised training pathways that reduce unnecessary course costs by aligning crew with the most cost-effective accredited schools and certifications
Independent provider sourcing
We receive no commissions from training centres.
Direct-to-school pricing
Pay providers directly with zero agency markup.
Tailored to your career path
No filler courses — only what your role requires.
A premium concierge, not an agency.
Independent
We take zero commissions from training schools.
Transparent
Honest pricing, real timelines, no upsells.
Crew-first
Every recommendation is built around your career.
Connected
Direct introductions to tier-one management houses.
Entering yachting is a major life decision.
Whether you're preparing for your first season or helping a son, daughter, partner or friend navigate the industry, we provide independent guidance on training, costs, visas, accommodation, career pathways and realistic expectations.
Most people entering yachting receive fragmented advice from WhatsApp groups, social media, or friends of friends. We help families understand the process from start to finish, providing clarity before significant time and money is invested.
A simple three-step journey to sea.
From your first role to your next promotion, we streamline your career.
Audit
We review your transferable skills and determine the optimal entry rank.
Blueprint
Receive a customised itinerary of training dates, costs, and visa timelines.
Launch
CV dissemination to 50+ tier-one management houses and yacht captains.
In their own words.
New stories are being recorded.
We publish stories from real crew once they've agreed to share them — no stock quotes, no placeholders.
Frequently asked
Remember walking the docks, running out of hope and money?
Some aspiring crew can't even make it to the dock. The cost of STCW, a flight to Antibes, a month in crew housing — it's the wall that stops most dreams before they start.
That first salary changes everything. Sponsor a future crew member and help someone cross that wall.
Your Maritime Career Starts Here
Whether you're preparing for your first dock walk or planning your next promotion, we'll help you build the clearest path forward.