Get your International Sailing License (SLC)
Accepted by Port Authorities in the Mediterranean and Worldwide
Are you thinking about sailing vacation in the Mediterranean? You need the SLC International Sailing License, accepted as proof of competency by all port authorities and yacht charter companies operating in the Mediterranean.
We Can Help You Gain the SLC
Santana Sailing is authorized to provide the practical training and assessment required to gain the SLC. Marc Hughston, an accomplished sailor and professional instructor, will be your assessor. On-the-water training and assessment is conducted in La Paz, BCS MX, and here are the options to choose from depending on your skills and experience.
- 1 or 2-day training and assessment in the Bahia de La Paz.
- 5-day intensive liveaboard Sailing Adventure on the Sea of Cortez.
- 7-day catamaran (or monohull) Sailing Adventure on the Sea of Cortez.
Qualifications and Process to Gain the SLC
Gaining the SLC is a straightforward process that requires completion of online courses and tests, a government issued boater license, practical sailing experience, an on-the-water assessment, an optional catamaran endorsement, and the payment of fees for all of the above.
- See this brief video from NauticEd: How the SLC Process Works
- Read this article: How to Gain Your SLC Mediterranean Sailing License
- See the skills required in the Bareboat Charter Master (BBCM) and SLC Rubrics
- Take the SLC Self Assessment to gauge your readiness, and email it to Marc@SantanaSailing.com
Are You Ready?
Here are the skills that SLC candidates find the most challenging.
- Med-mooring while deploying the anchor in a cross wind.
- Sailing up to secure a mooring (no engine).
- Performing a crew overboard rescue (when surprised) without coaching.
- Springing onto or off of a fuel dock in unfavorable wind conditions.
Most sailors find the preparatory training extremely valuable, though it does not guarantee that you will pass. If you are unsure of whether you can demonstrate the above skills competently, either short-handed or fully crewed, you should either complete a day of preparatory training, or join us on a 5-day or 7-day training and certification cruise.
