Looking to earn your boat skipper title from the comfort of home? Greenwich Nautica’s online PER Course offers flexible, comprehensive training for aspiring boaters. Discover how this program can elevate your water adventures today!
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 months (online access)
Fitness Level
No physical fitness requirement, but good computer skills are helpful.
Wildlife
History
Greenwich Nautica has been serving maritime enthusiasts for over 20 years, specializing in recreational boating education.
Conservation
The program emphasizes environmentally responsible boating practices to minimize ecological impact and promote sustainability.
Greenwich Nautica
Looking to earn your boat skipper title from the comfort of home? Greenwich Nautica’s online PER Course offers flexible, comprehensive training for aspiring boaters. Discover how this program can elevate your water adventures today!
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.
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
Choose on‑water practice at Pantano de San Juan or Mediterranean trips from Dénia and Mazarrón — flexible schedules and combined packs available.
Maximize Study Time
Use the online modules to study at your own pace and revisit difficult topics as needed.
Practice Navigation Skills
Practice your navigation techniques with the extensive question bank to build confidence.
Stay Connected with Instructors
Utilize the instructor support for personalized feedback and guidance during your course.
Prepare for the Practical Exam
Review safety procedures and vessel handling tips to ace the practical component.
Computer or tablet
Necessary for accessing course materials and practice questions.
Stable internet connection
Ensures seamless access to online content and instructor support.
Notebook and pen
Helpful for taking notes during lessons and practice questions.
Comfortable workspace
Creates a distraction-free environment for effective studying.