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Master the Waters at Embalse de San Juan: Your Complete Navigation License Course in Madrid

Master the Waters at Embalse de San Juan: Your Complete Navigation License Course in Madrid

¡A partir de 16 años! • 4 horas • Embarcaciones hasta 6 metros de eslora

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Adventure Brief

Unlock your boating potential with this all-inclusive navigation license course at embalse de San Juan near Madrid. Experience online learning combined with hands-on practice to confidently pilot boats up to 6 meters in length.

4 hours of practical training plus flexible online study
moderate
From €131.20

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No Experience Required

Located just southwest of Madrid in the scenic embalse de San Juan, the Bono Licencia de Navegación Todo Incluido offers an unmatched gateway for anyone eager to master boating in Spain’s inland waters. This unique blend of online theoretical learning and hands-on practical training lets you navigate vessels up to 6 meters in length, empowering you to command boats with confidence and official certification. Whether you’re an aspiring sailor or an outdoor enthusiast seeking new adventures, this course delivers essential maritime skills in an easily accessible and strikingly beautiful setting.

Embalse de San Juan is a well-known reservoir famous for its vast open waters surrounded by rolling hills and the dense Mediterranean pine forests typical of the Community of Madrid. Popular for both locals and visitors, it offers a peaceful yet vibrant boating experience free from the crowded coasts. The course itself starts online, allowing you to study at your own pace with access to a dedicated virtual campus that includes theory materials, auto-evaluation tests, and personalized tutor support. When ready, the practical portion takes place on-site at the reservoir's marina in Pelayos de la Presa, where you'll operate homologated boats under expert supervision over a comprehensive four-hour session.

What makes this program stand out is its balance of flexibility and depth. With nine months to complete both theory and practice, it fits well into busy schedules and is ideal for learners aged 16 and older. The hands-on experience ensures you understand boat handling, navigation rules, safety protocols, and emergency procedures in real conditions. The embalse de San Juan setting enhances the learning curve, offering calm waters and natural surroundings that exaggerate the pleasure of piloting a boat.

This isn’t just a boating course but a first step into exploring Madrid’s aquatic landscapes and beyond, making the region more approachable for water activities. Being able to carry the official Licencia de Navegación opens up opportunities for personal recreational boating and even small-scale coastal excursions elsewhere in Spain.

The operator’s commitment to clear communication is evident: the purchase of this course includes immediate online access but requires a separate booking for the practical session. This ensures personalized scheduling tailored to each student’s readiness. For those interested, in-person payment options and direct contact details provide convenience and confidence.

In summary, the Bono Licencia de Navegación Todo Incluido at embalse de San Juan is a singular adventure, mixing rigorous licensing standards with the freedom and thrill of Spain’s inland waters, making it a must-try for water lovers visiting the Madrid region.

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Trip Details from the Operator

Frequently Asked Questions

You can start your online study immediately, and once you feel prepared, contact the operator to book your practical session, subject to availability.

No prior experience is required; the course is designed to take you from beginner to licensed navigator.

The practical training uses homologated boats up to 6 meters, suitable for learning essential navigation skills safely.

Key Highlights

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4 hours of practical training plus flexible online study

Fitness Level

Basic physical fitness required to handle boat controls and move safely on deck; suitable for beginners in boating

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Common Spanish waterfowl like the grey heron and Eurasian coot.
  • Occasional sightings of otters in quieter, less trafficked parts of the reservoir.

History

Embalse de San Juan was completed in 1955 to provide water supply, and today offers important recreational and ecological value in the Madrid region.

Conservation

Course operators emphasize responsible boating to minimize disturbance to local wildlife and protect the aquatic ecosystem of the reservoir.

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Operated By

Greenwich Nautica

¡A partir de 16 años! • 4 horas • Embarcaciones hasta 6 metros de eslora

About Greenwich Nautica

Greenwich Nautica is a maritime training provider based in Pelayos de la Presa, Community of Madrid. The organisation delivers a full range of recreational boating courses and practical experiences designed for candidates pursuing the Basic Navigation Skipper (PNB), Recreational Boat Skipper (PER) and Radio‑Operator of Short Range (ROCA) certifications.

Courses combine online theory, classroom sessions and hands‑on practical instruction. Practical locations include Pantano de San Juan near Madrid for motor practice, the Port of Dénia for Mediterranean practicals, and multi‑day sailing practices that operate between the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands.

Training formats range from one‑day intensives and 8‑ to 16‑hour practical blocks to 48‑hour habilitación trips aboard yachts such as the Beneteau Oceanis 44CC and modern Dufour models. Online offerings include fully remote PER courses with extensive question banks and instructor support, plus blended and semi‑presential packs that combine e‑learning and on‑water hours.

Additional services cover radio operator courses (ROCA), licence management and title processing (DGMM / Madrid), and combined packs that include theory, radio and motor practice. All descriptions and schedules reflect the programmes and locations provided by Greenwich Nautica in the Community of Madrid and Mediterranean practice areas.

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Location

Pelayos de la Presa

Close to Pantano de San Juan

Courses Offered

PNB • PER • ROCA

Theory and practical formats

Duration Range

One day to 48h

Flexible intensive and multi‑day options

Boats & Practice

Beneteau, Dufour

Practical training at sea

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Book Practical Boating Training — Secure Your Licence Dates

Choose on‑water practice at Pantano de San Juan or Mediterranean trips from Dénia and Mazarrón — flexible schedules and combined packs available.

Adventure Tips

Reserve Your Practical Session Early

After purchasing the online course, book your in-person practical training at embalse de San Juan as soon as possible to secure your preferred date.

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Check Weather Conditions

Ensure calm weather on your practical day at the reservoir to optimize learning and safety during boat handling exercises.

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Bring Valid ID for Verification

Participants must bring proof of age (16+) and any required medical certification to meet legal regulations for navigation licensing.

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Wear Appropriate Footwear

Non-slip shoes improve safety and comfort during hands-on boat training on wet surfaces at the marina.

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Recommended Gear

Non-slip boating shoes

Provides safety and stability when handling the boat during practical sessions.

summer

Essential

Sunglasses with UV protection

Protects eyes from sun glare reflecting off the water during on-site practice.

summer

Essential

Light waterproof jacket

Useful for unexpected breeze or light rain during outdoor training.

spring

Notebook and pen

Helpful for taking notes during the online theory and practical briefing.

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