La Rentrée: Yacht Crew Training Resumes in the South of France

September in France means one thing: La Rentrée.

Literally meaning “the return”, La Rentrée marks the end of the summer holidays and the moment when schools reopen, businesses return to full speed and everyday life gets back into its rhythm.

And in Antibes and the South of France, La Rentrée also signals the return of yacht crew training – and the beginning of an important period for anyone preparing for the next stage of their yachting career.

Back to Training at Seascope France

After the summer season, Seascope France is back with a full programme of yacht crew training throughout September, including STCW safety training, RYA courses, engineering qualifications and specialist Deck and Interior training.

With the Mediterranean season beginning to wind down and the Caribbean season approaching, September is an excellent time for new crew to gain their first qualifications and for experienced crew to update certificates or add new skills to their CV.

STCW Basic Safety Training

Our 5-day STCW Basic Safety Training returns in September with the following dates available:

• 14–18 September 2026
• 21–25 September 2026

For anyone looking for their first job onboard a yacht, STCW remains the essential starting point, covering Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting, Personal Survival Techniques, Elementary First Aid, Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities and Security Awareness.

STCW Refresher Training

For existing yacht crew who need to update their practical STCW certificates, our 2-day STCW Refresher courses are running:

• 17–18 September
• 24–25 September

RYA Powerboat Level 2

One of the most useful qualifications for yacht deck crew, RYA Powerboat Level 2 is available throughout September:

 10–11, 14–15, 17–18, 21–22, 24–25 and 28–29 September.

Training takes place on the water in Golfe-Juan, near Antibes, combining practical boat handling, manoeuvring, safety and basic navigation.

Interior, Engineering & Yachtmaster Training

September also sees the return of several of our professional career-development courses, including:

• Yacht Steward(ess) Training: 7–11 September
  
• RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory: 16–21 September
• AEC1 – Approved Engine Course 1: 28 September–2 October

And for students progressing along the engineering pathway, AEC2 – Approved Engine Course 2 follows from 5–9 October 2026.

Ready for Your Own La Rentrée?

Whether you are starting a career in yachting, returning to the industry after the summer, updating your STCW certificates or working towards your next professional qualification, September is the perfect time to get back into the classroom – and back on the water.

All Seascope France courses are delivered in English from our training facilities in Antibes and the surrounding French Riviera.

La Rentrée has arrived – and yacht crew training is back! ⚓

Explore our September courses and book your next qualification with Seascope France – Yacht Crew Training in Antibes, South of France.