PER motor in Barcelona
In-person, online or weekend intensive classes.
The courses of Skipper of Pleasure Boats in Barcelona that we offer in Anclademia, It will allow you to obtain the PER title to govern boats of up to 15 meters without prior knowledge or any previous nautical qualification.
To start the course and obtain your nautical qualification, we take courses every month, you will have the support of the teachers and they will help you with the theoretical part, the practices can be done when it best suits you, you do not need to finish the theory before practice, you can easily combine it.
Every month there is a call for the PER exam (except August and October) so the PER course is designed so that you can take the exam any month.
Our classrooms are located in the Port Olímpic of Barcelona. You will be able to choose different times for the theoretical classes and you will have the support and help of our professional teachers.
The practices are carried out aboard boats moored in the same port, for the greater comfort of the students.
It is not necessary to have passed the theoretical part to begin the practices, but you can combine both so that obtaining the title is faster. In addition, you can carry out complementary internships (16 hours of sailing) and/or cross to the Balearic Islands to expand the powers of your degree: see other PER options in the list of courses.
PER Course in Barcelona - Motor and Sailing
Take advantage of the opportunity to obtain the title of pleasure boat skipper
Why get the PER with Anclademia?
Virtual classroom
Access to the Anclademia Virtual Classroom to access your training.
In-Person Classes
In-person classes so you can improve understanding and resolve all your doubts
Teaching materials
From the first day we will put at your disposal all the necessary teaching material
Test and Exams
We have hundreds of types of exams at your disposal for you to practice.
Online and In-Person Training
We will always offer you the online option for when you cannot attend in person
Installment Payments
We offer you the possibility of making payment in 3 installments.
With the PER title, what boats can I take and what limitations do I have?
The Recreational Boat Skipper's license gives you permission to sail with motor boats under a series of limitations and characteristics.
Maximum length
Motor boats maximum 15 meters in length
Power
The power limit is indicated by the boat
Aquatic bikes
Jet skis of any power
Distance
Navigation up to 12 miles from the coast
Navigation
Possibility of day and night navigation
What does the face-to-face PER motor course include?
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Training classes for the preparation of the PER course theory exam:
20 hour theory
The exam is made up of 45 multiple choice questions with 4 answer options to be completed in 1 hour 30 minutes.
The exam will be corrected using a double assessment criterion, so that to pass, a minimum of 32 questions must be answered correctly, and in certain subjects, exceeding a maximum number of errors will not be allowed.
Practical training of the PER course:
16 Hours of Safety and Navigation practices (Engine)
8 Hours of the radio communications course (ROCA)
These practices will take place at the Port Olimpic in Barcelona and the schedules will be adapted to the student's availability.
At the beginning of the PER course, all our students will be provided with:
- Study guide
- Online course platform
- angle protractor
- Navigation charts
- Notebook
- Briefcase
- Calculator
- Compass
- Ruler
- Pen
When enrolling in the course in Barcelona, the student will have insurance that will cover any problem or unexpected event that may arise during the practical part.
During the duration of their course, every student will have unlimited access to the virtual classroom, where they can take all types of Tests and exams to improve their preparation on exam day.
Requirements to Obtain the PER
To obtain the power PER, you must complete 16 hours of mandatory power boat practice divided into 8-hour or 4-hour sessions, as appropriate for the student and the availability of the nautical school.
01
Coming of Age
You must be over 18 years old.
02
Official rates
Payment of official fees.
03
Theoric exam
Pass a theoretical exam of 45 multiple choice questions
04
Radio Practices
Perform 12 hours of radio in a simulator.
05
Navigation Practices
Carry out 16 hours of practice on the boat.
06
Medical check
A medical check-up like a driver's license.
Extension of the PER and Pleasure Boat Skipper Courses
Depending on the practices you carry out during your training, you can access different categories of the title of Recreational Boat Skipper, whose powers vary slightly.
PER motor in Barcelona
438 euros
Reserve your place here
Per a Motor In-Person in our facilities Port Olimpic of Barcelona.
We prepare you for the theoretical exam through in-person classes that will review all the exam topics.
Ideal for resolving and clarifying doubts at the moment and to accompany you in training.
PER online – In-person / Streaming
380 euros
Reserve your place here
This type of pleasure boat skipper course is ideal for those people who prefer to adapt their time to preparing for the exam from home.
Likewise, this option allows the formation of the PER from any point in Spain, thus leaving the practical part pending.
At Anclademia we are committed to making it easier for you to carry out the practice at any time.
PER Intensive
458 euros
Obtain the PER title in just 4 days intensively with theoretical classes and with the practical part completed, you will only have to pass the exam to have your PER title.
If you want to expand the responsibilities of the title, you can add a couple of days to do sailing practices or Sailing to the Balearic Islands + sailing.
The intensive PER includes:
- In-person theoretical classes 8 hours.
- Navigation practices 4 p.m.
- Radio Operator Practices 12 h.
Engine PER + Sail Rating
580 euros
In addition to the basic powers, it allows you to govern sailing ships of up to 15 meters in length at a maximum distance of 12 miles from the coast. It requires carrying out the following practices:
- Safety and Navigation.
- Short Range Radio Operator.
- Sailing.
PER motor + Balearic Islands
290 euros
In addition to the basic powers, it enables you to govern motor boats of up to 24 meters in length at a maximum distance of 12 miles from the coast, but you will also be able to navigate between the Peninsula and the Balearic Islands. To obtain the PER Baleares you must carry out the following practices:
- Safety and Navigation.
- Short Range Radio Operator.
- Navigation to the Balearic Islands.
PER PRO (STCW)
990 euros
The PER PRO title will allow you to provide paid professional services, turning your passion into a profession with a future, steering vessels up to 24 meters in length at a maximum distance of 5 miles from the coast in activities such as anchoring, transferring vessels between ports or transportation of supplies.
To obtain the PER PRO you must carry out the following practices:
- Safety and Navigation.
- Short Range Radio Operator.
Besides, You must obtain the STCW Basic Safety Training certificate and pass the official exam.
Expanded PER Course (790 euros)
PER + Sailing Qualification + Balearic Islands
The Extended PER course qualifies you for SAILING and motor navigation between the peninsula and the Balearic Islands.
The Extended PER Course is the option that covers the maximum of powers that can be obtained with the pleasure boat skipper license.
- Motor Practices (16 h)
- Sailing Practice + Balearic Islands (48 hours)
- Radio Practices (12 hours)
- Test + Exams
- Online and in-person classes
- Sure
Mandatory Practices to approve the PER
The practices to obtain the PER can be distinguished between mandatory and complementary. At Anclademia we offer you both types.
Mandatory Safety and Navigation Practices
- 16 hours long.
- In rigid boats or sailboats of 12 meters in length.
- Navigation exercises are carried out in port and open sea.
Mandatory Short Range Radio Operator Practices
- 12 hours long, in sessions of 4 hours each.
- In simulator owned by the school.
- Theory of radio communications, use of equipment, procedure and regulations.
- Putting into practice the protocols learned in the simulator.
How to get the PER in Barcelona?
PER Exam
PER Agenda
PER procedures
PER Exam
To obtain the title of Recreational Boat Skipper you must correctly answer 32 of the 45 multiple choice questions that make up the exam, taking into account that certain blocks have a maximum number of incorrect answers.
Each autonomous community sets its exam calendar, although it is normal for there to be at least one call per month, except for the months of January and August.
If you want more information about the PER exam, you can Consult our post PER Exam: what it is like and what I should know.
- Correctly answer 32 of the 45 multiple choice questions.
- Maximum number of incorrect answers per block.
- Dates set by the autonomous communities
- They usually set one call per month, except January and August.
PER Agenda
We provide you with all the material plus additional information so that you do not miss anything. These are the topics you must study to pass the theoretical part, if you want to know more We have a post on the PER agenda.
- Naval technology
- Maneuvers
- Safety at sea
- Navigation
- Meteorology
- Radiocommunication
- Mechanical propulsion
- Legislation
PER procedures
You will only be able to take the exam once you have paid the corresponding fees and submitted the application within the stipulated period. Once approved, you can request the issuance of the degree directly or ask the school to do it for you. In both cases, it will be necessary to present the following documentation:
- Certificate of having paid the exam registration fees.
- Certificate of having paid the fees for issuing the title.
- Nautical medical certificate carried out by a Driver Recognition Center.
Prices PER Courses + Internships
In person
On-line
Complete PER Course
Motor, Sailing and Balearic Islands
€
790
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Access to the Virtual Classroom
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Online + In-person Theory
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Test and Exams
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Review Classes
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Motor practices (16 h)
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Radio Practices (12 hours)
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Sailing Practice + Balearic Islands (48 hours)
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Student Insurance
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PER MOTOR Course
PER Motor
€
438
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Access to the Virtual Classroom
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Online + In-person Theory
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Test and Exams
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Teaching materials
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Review Classes
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Motor practices (16 h)
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Radio Practices (12 hours)
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Student Insurance (internships)
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PER + SAILING course
Engine + Sail
€
580
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Access to the Virtual Classroom
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Online Theory + In-Person Classes
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Test + Exams
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Teaching materials
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Review Classes
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Motor Practices (16h)
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Sailing Practices (4 p.m.)
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Radio Practices (12 hours)
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Student Insurance (Internships)
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PER Online Complete
Motor, Sailing and Balearic Islands
€
740
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Access to the Virtual Classroom
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Online Theory
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Test and Exams
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Practices included motor (16 hours)
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Radio Practices (12 hours)
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Sailing Practice + Balearic Islands (48 hours)
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Student Insurance
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PER Online
PER Motor
€
380
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Access to the Virtual Classroom
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Online Theory
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Test and Exams
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Teaching materials
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Practices included motor (16 hours)
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Radio Practices (12 hours)
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Student Insurance (internships)
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PER Online + SAILING
Engine and Sail
€
550
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Access to the Virtual Classroom
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Online Theory
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Test + Exams
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Teaching materials
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Motor Practices (16h)
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Sailing Practices (4 p.m.)
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Radio Practices (12 hours)
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Student Insurance (Internships)
PER Course Calendar in Barcelona
Information with the scheduled days where the pleasure boat skipper courses will begin.
Jet Ski License in Barcelona (included)
When performing any type of navigation course and obtain the title, you will be able to navigate with your Jet Ski without power limit.
- Drive all types of boats up to 6 meters in length, including, of course, all types of jet skis.
- Being able to choose the motorcycle you prefer, without limiting its maximum power.
- Go up to 2 miles from the coastline.
- Navigate at any time of the day (night navigation is not allowed with this license)
- From 18 years old, 16 if you have the approval of your legal guardian.
Frequently asked questions - Everything you need to know about PER
The PER course has different modalities depending on whether you choose the in-person or online option. Extensions and sailing qualifications are also offered with several OFFERS.
No, to obtain the title of Recreational Boat Skipper you must be of legal age. You can start studying the theoretical part or do the internship before turning 18, taking into account that once you pass the exam you have a maximum period of 24 months to apply for the title.
When choosing which of the two degrees is best for you, you need to understand what thedifferences between PER and GNP regarding length limits and maximum distance to the coast.
It depends directly on your availability and involvement with the test: the advantage of online PER course is that it allows you to adapt your studies to your pace of life, with the constant support of one of the school's teachers for any questions that may arise.
To pass the Recreational Boat Skipper exam you must internalize the PER official agenda, organized into the chapters Naval Terminology, Maneuvers, Safety at Sea, Navigation, Meteorology, Radio Communications, Mechanical Propulsion and Legislation.
Although if you prepare the exam on your own you can dedicate as much time to it as you want, with an approximate dedication of between 7 and 8 hours a week it will take you around a month to study the entire syllabus.
Yes, in fact our recommendation is to make the theoretical part compatible with the completion of the mandatory practices (and, where appropriate, the complementary ones) to obtain the title of Recreational Boat Skipper as soon as possible.
If you already have the title of Basic Navigation Pattern You have an important advantage when it comes to obtaining the PER, since half of the syllabus is validated. Check the possibility of taking a bridging course that will make it easier for you to achieve it.
Yes, the PER is valid for 10 years, except in the case of sailors over 70 years of age, who will have to renew it after 5 years.
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