Navigation Course in Cadiz
Learn to Sail with an Official Certification
At Taboga School, we offer certified sailing courses in Cádiz for all levels: PNB, PER, Yacht Skipper, and Yacht Captain. Our courses combine face-to-face theory with real practices in sailboat in the Bay of Cádiz, with professional instructors and own fleet.
(Titulín) Navigation license
Duration:
6 hours
Schedule:
Friday from 4 to 10 p.m.
Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Get your Navigation License with Taboga
The Navigation License is an essential qualification to govern pleasure boats up to 6 meters in length and jet skis in daytime navigation, with a maximum distance of 2 miles from a port or shelter.
This license has no expiration and does not require an exam. You only need to attend a 2-hour theoretical course and complete 4 hours of safety and navigation practices, in addition to obtaining a medical certificate from a driver center.
With Taboga, obtain your Navigation License simply and quickly, and start enjoying the sea in total safety.

(PNB) Basic navigation pattern
Duration:
12 hours (8h Navigation + 4h Radio)
Schedule:
To consult
With the title of Basic Navigation Pattern You will be able to navigate boats up to 8 meters in length and sail up to five miles from the coast.
If you'd like to know which course is best for you based on your experience and availability, don't hesitate to contact us. Let Taboga advise you before enrolling!

(PER) Skipper of pleasure boats
Modality:
In person or remotely
Schedule:
In person: Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The title of Recreational Boat Skipper, or as it is often called, "PER", enables coastal navigation in boats up to 15 meters.
The PER does not require prior licenses or qualifications. To achieve this, you need to pass a multiple choice theoretical exam and do internships at an approved nautical school, such as Taboga.
This title is ideal for carrying out all types of voyages as a boat skipper. It allows you to operate motor and sailing boats, and with proper practices, also jet skis.
Become a skipper with Taboga and enjoy sailing with complete confidence!

(PY) Yacht Skipper
Duration:
48 hours of practice
Schedule:
To determinate
With the title of Yacht Master You'll be able to navigate vessels up to 24 meters in length and sail up to 150 miles from the coast. To obtain this certification, you must have the Recreational Boat Skipper (PER) license and pass the corresponding exam.
We have experienced teachers and multimedia study support resources that will facilitate your learning.
Embark on this new nautical adventure with Taboga and navigate with confidence and security.
*There is a modality of private classes with flexible hours

(CY) Yacht Captain
Duration:
48 hours of practice
Schedule:
To determinate
With the title of Yacht Captain You'll be able to navigate vessels up to 24 meters in length and sail without a limit on the distance from the coast. To obtain this qualification, you must first hold a Yachtmaster's license and pass several theoretical exams.
Taboga offers you comprehensive training so that you can obtain your Yacht Captain title with the best preparation and support resources. Embark on this adventure and navigate without limits.
*There is a modality of private classes with flexible hours


Registrations and dates
Registration period in Andalusia:
First call 2025
Application deadline: January 14 to February 7, 2025
Examination locations: Cadiz, Malaga and Seville
Exam date: March 22, 2025
Second call 2025
Application deadline: will be published during the month of March 2025
Examination locations: Cadiz, Malaga and Seville
Exam date: June 21, 2025
Third call 2025
Application deadline: will be published during the month of June 2025
Examination locations: Cadiz, Malaga and Seville
Exam date: November 16, 2025
*There will be make-up classes for those who cannot attend the beginning of the course.
**There is a remote PER modality with a price of 120 euros that includes exam fees,
notes, exam test and materials to draw on the letter.