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  • samfarrar88

    • 36, British & USA
    • General (Europe)
    • Checked in 3 hours ago

Experienced yachtmaster (sail & power) + kitesurfing/SCUBA instructor

After 10 years working on the water as a captain and instructor, I’ve built a solid skill set and the ability to adapt to a wide range of challenges.

I started out delivering sailing yachts for PYD, then worked as a charter skipper and mate on a catamaran in the U.S. and Caribbean. Wanting to expand my skills, I turned my hobbies into professional qualifications, becoming a kitesurfing and scuba instructor. That led to an incredible role as Captain/Instructor on Sir Richard Branson’s private island, where I spent three years working with him, his family, and guests. Most recently, I’ve been teaching watersports at a private members’ club in the Bahamas.

I’m now looking for my next opportunity—ideally as Mate on a larger sailing yacht or as Skipper on something under 70 feet. I want to keep learning, take on new challenges, and bring my experience to the right team.

If you’re looking for someone with my background, I’d love to connect. Let me know if you’d like more details or to set up a video call.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Cheers,
Sam

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About me

  • Availability Available now

  • LocationGeneral (Europe)

  • NationalityBritish & USA

  • Age36

  • GenderMale

  • Fluent languagesEnglish

  • Basic knowledge ofSpanish

  • SmokerNo

  • Visible tattoosNo

  • VISAs B1 / B2 visa (or American citizenship)

  • Sea miles10,000+

  • Required position Captain
    1st Mate

  • Expected arrangement Professional

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Qualifications

10
  • Jan 2016 RYA Yachtmaster Complete

  • Feb 2015 RYA Sea Survival Complete

  • Feb 2015 RYA Power Boat Level II Complete

  • Feb 2015 Short Range VHF / GMDSS Complete

  • Feb 2015 1st Aid Complete

  • Feb 2017 ENG1 cert. Complete

  • May 2016 ISAF Offshore Safety Complete

  • Jul 2018 STCW Basic Safety Training Complete

  • Jan 2018 MCA /RYA Approved Engine Course Complete

  • Oct 2017 PADI - Master Instructor Complete

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Skills

  • Kite surfer
  • Climbing
  • Surfing
  • Fishing
  • Route planning
  • Line handling
  • Watch-keeping
  • Whipping and splicing
  • Sail repairs
  • Rig maintenance/Set-up
  • Fore and aft trimming
  • Rigging
  • Radio Operator
  • Weather planning
  • Navigation
  • Helmsmen
  • Photography
  • Marine First Aid
  • Musician
  • Tender driving
  • Diesel engine repair
  • Carpentary
  • General building
  • Polishing
  • Cleaning
  • Managerial Skills
  • Cooking
  • Wakeboarding
  • Free-diving
  • Provisioning
  • Scuba diving
  • Yoga
  • Meditation
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