Diploma in Nautical Sports and Competitions
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Nautical Sports and Competitions
This program empowers you to master the essential skills to excel in the aquatic world. Learn everything from the fundamentals of sailing and windsurfing to advanced competitive kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding techniques. This program is designed for enthusiasts and professionals looking to optimize their performance, understand water safety, and develop winning strategies.
Differential Advantages
- Expert Instructors: Learn from renowned athletes and coaches with extensive experience in nautical competitions.
- Comprehensive Training: Combines theory with intensive practice in various nautical disciplines.
- Safety First: Master safety and water rescue protocols to prevent incidents.
- Competition Strategies: Develop career plans, physical and mental preparation techniques to achieve success.
- Professional Networking: Connect with a community of nautical sports enthusiasts.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 01-10-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Sports coaches looking to specialize in nautical disciplines, optimizing training techniques and strategies.
- Active tourism professionals wanting to expand their offerings with safe and attractive nautical activities, boosting local development.
- Sports science and physical education students seeking a practical approach to managing and developing nautical skills.
- Sports facility managers needing to innovate their offerings by implementing competitive and recreational nautical programs.
- Water sports enthusiasts aspiring to become leaders, promoting sport and a healthy lifestyle in their communities Nautical.
Flexibility for your development
Adapted to your pace: 24/7 accessible online content, enriching discussion forums, and personalized follow-up to help you achieve your professional goals.
Objectives and competencies
Skillfully manage recreational boats:
“Interpret meteorological information and adapt navigation to minimize risks and optimize crew comfort.”
Mastering water rescue and salvage techniques:
“Perform safe and effective water entries, assessing risks and adapting techniques to different scenarios (beach, pool, open water).”
Apply maritime legislation and safety regulations:
“Complying with SOLAS, MARPOL and ISM, integrating risk management, emergency plans and ship safety.”
Organize and referee nautical sporting events:
“Define clear team roles and communication protocols.”
Develop advanced skills in teaching water sports:
“Design and implement personalized training sessions, adapting innovative methodologies to the needs and levels of each student.”
Designing customized training programs for nautical athletes:
“Considering the particularities of each discipline (sailing, rowing, canoeing, etc.), the athlete’s level and specific objectives (competition, technical improvement, endurance).”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to Water Sports: Types, Modalities, and Risks
- Personal Safety: Life Jackets, Harnesses, Signaling Lights
- Basic Meteorology: Winds, Waves, Currents, Forecasting, and Information Sources
- Sports Vessels: Types, Components, Basic Maintenance
- Maritime Regulations: COLREGS (International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea)
- Basic First Aid: Treatment of Common Injuries, Hypothermia, Heatstroke
- Communications: VHF Radio, Distress Calls, Emergency Channels
- Basic Navigation: Bearings, Distances, Speed, Estimating Position
- Performance Sports: technique, tactics, physical and mental preparation
Responsibility and respect for the marine environment
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- Introduction to Maritime Rescue: History, Legislation, and Organizations.
- Rescue Equipment: Types, Maintenance, and Proper Use.
- Water Rescue Techniques: Water Entry, Approaching the Victim, Grasping, and Towing.
- Basic First Aid: CPR, Obstruction of Foreign Body Airway (OBJI), Bleeding Control, and Burn Treatment.
- Hypothermia and Drowning: Recognition, Prevention, and Treatment.
- Survival at Sea: Life Raft, Distress Signals, Water, and Food.
- Emergency Communication: VHF Radio, Visual and Audible Signals.
- Basic Meteorology: Recognizing Hazardous Conditions and Weather Forecasting.
- Psychology Survival: Stress, fear, and coping techniques.
Rescue and survival drills and practical exercises.
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- Introduction to Sailing: terminology, parts of a sailboat, types of vessels
- Wind Theory: true wind, apparent wind, angle of attack, sail/wing
- Rigging and Rigging: types of ropes, basic nautical knots, maintenance
- Basic Sailing Maneuvers: tacking, jibing, close-hauled, reaching, beam reach
- Sail Adjustment: tension, angle of attack, rebalancing, reefing
- Safety on Board: life jackets, harnesses, life raft, EPIRB
- Basic First Aid at Sea: hypothermia, heatstroke, seasickness
- Marine Meteorology: interpretation
- Basic Maritime Legislation: regulations, qualifications, navigation zones
- Responsibility and Ethics of the Navigator: respect for the environment, other users
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- Introduction to High-Performance Sailing
- Biomechanics of Sailing: Efficiency and Optimization of Movement
- Physiology of Exercise: Cardiovascular and Respiratory Adaptation
- Nutrition and Hydration for Optimal Performance
- Strength Training and Conditioning Specific to Sailers
- Training Planning: Periodization, Tapering, and Recovery
- Stress Management Strategies and Mental Preparation
- Data Analysis and Performance Metrics: Use of Wearable Technology
- Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation in Water Sports
- Sports Ethics and Fair Play in Competition
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- Nautical Nomenclature: parts of the vessel, rigging, sails, engine
- Safety on Board: safety equipment, life jackets, life rafts, fire extinguishers
- Basic Ropework: essential knots (bowline, clove hitch, square knot, etc.) and their use
- Basic Sailing Maneuvers: tacking, jibing, gybing
- Basic Motoring Maneuvers: docking, undocking, turning
- Collision Regulations: lights, shapes, and sound signals
- Basic Meteorology: winds, storms, anticyclones, clouds, and their interpretation
- Basic First Aid: Treatment of wounds, burns, hypothermia, CPR
VHF Radio: Communication procedures, emergency call (Mayday)
Basic Maritime Legislation: Regulations on safety, navigation, and the environment
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Career opportunities
- Water Sports Instructor: teaching sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, rowing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and other disciplines.
- Water Activities Monitor/Guide: leading groups on excursions and recreational activities at sea or on lakes.
- Competitive Team Coach: physical and technical preparation of athletes in various water sports.
- Nautical Facility Manager: management of clubs, marinas, schools, and water activity centers.
- Water Sports Event Organizer: planning, coordination, and execution of regattas, championships, and other events.
- Sports Consultant specializing in water sports: advising athletes, clubs, and companies in the sector.
- Lifeguard Technician
and aquatic lifeguarding: prevention and rescue at beaches, swimming pools, and other aquatic areas.
Sales in nautical equipment and services companies: sale and promotion of products and services related to nautical sports.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
Documentation:
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Comprehensive Mastery: Learn to manage watersports, from strategic planning to successful execution of events.
- Key Competencies: Develop skills in team leadership, sports marketing, risk management, and legal regulations.
- Practical Approach: Immerse yourself in real-world case studies and interactive simulations that will prepare you for the challenges of the industry.
- Networking: Connect with industry experts and peers from around the world, expanding your opportunities professionals.
- Professional Certification: Earn a recognized diploma that will boost your career in the exciting world of watersports.
Testimonials
The Diploma in Nautical Sports and Competitions exceeded my expectations. I acquired solid theoretical and practical knowledge in sailing, kayaking, and paddle surfing, including training techniques and competition strategies. Thanks to the specialized training of the instructors and the practical experience on the water, I significantly improved my sailing technique, which allowed me to win first place in the regional regatta a month after completing the diploma program.
The Diploma in Aquatic Sports & Marine Activities exceeded my expectations. I acquired solid theoretical and practical knowledge in sailing, kayaking, paddle surfing, and diving, as well as a deep understanding of safety and environmental management. The open-water practicals were invaluable in developing my skills and confidence. I now feel prepared to work professionally in the sector.
This diploma program exceeded my expectations. I gained solid theoretical and practical knowledge in various nautical disciplines, from sailing to rowing, including training techniques and competition strategies. The quality of the instructors and the on-water training were exceptional, allowing me to significantly improve my technique and prepare to compete at a higher level.
This diploma program exceeded my expectations. I gained solid technical and practical knowledge in sailing, kayaking, and paddle surfing, including specific training for competitions. The quality of the instructors and the on-water practice allowed me to significantly improve my technique and performance, preparing me to participate in regattas with greater confidence and security.
Frequently asked questions
Sailing, kayaking, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, open water swimming, water skiing, wakeboarding, rowing, canoeing.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
It covers both aspects, both the practice of water sports and the organization of competitions.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Introduction to recreational sailing: history, disciplines, and regulations
- Recreational craft: types, characteristics, and basic maintenance
- Safety at sea: equipment, procedures, and risk prevention
- Marine meteorology for recreational sailors: interpreting weather reports, wind, and waves
- Coastal navigation: headings, bearings, dead reckoning, and positioning
- Planning voyages: routes, distances, times, and resources
- Basic maneuvers: sails, motor, docking, and anchoring
- First aid at sea: treating common injuries and emergencies
- Communications: VHF, EPIRBs, and distress calls
- Recreational maritime legislation: licenses, insurance, and liabilities
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.