Powerboat Courses
Spaces are limited – 3 per course
Powerboat Level 2
Is this course for me?
People come on this course to gain basic skills for using their personal power craft, club associated duties or work requirements. It is important to be aware of the dos and don’ts of power. Competent driving is vital, especially if you will be in charge of power driven craft around other small boats and participants.
This is a very enjoyable course and by the end of the two-day course you should be capable of handling small powerboats safely and in a seaman like way. The course is 100% training with any assessment built in, which gives plenty of time for practicing manoeuvres and correcting faults.
Our tidal waters are ideal for developing powerboat skills and with a variety of moorings in the adjacent harbour, there are plenty of opportunities to work on your close quarter boat handling skills.
The RYA National Powerboat level two certificate, is also a pre-requisite for the RYA Dinghy Instructor and the can also be used as proof of competence when applying for the International Certificate of Competence. (ICC).
COURSE OVERVIEW
Learn to handle boats safely at high and low speeds and other important boat handling skills. This is a very practical course which brings skills together including coastal passage planning. As this is an intensive two day course, candidates should where possible have some prior experience of driving a power boat.
The RYA National Powerboat (Level 2) certificate requires a passport photograph. Please remember to bring a photograph with you on the day of your course.
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
None. May be preceded by Level 1
MINIMUM DURATION
2 days
MINIMUM AGE
Candidates under the age of 15 will be issued with an endorsed certificate
COURSE CONTENT
Launching and recovery, boat handling, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, man overboard
RECOMMENDED READING
RYA Powerboat Scheme Syllabus and logbook
ABILITY AFTER THE COURSE
Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft
COURSE OUTCOME
The RYA National Powerboat level two certificate
All courses can be booked and paid for via our Club Calendar.
Have a look at our upcoming Adult Powerboat courses
RYA Safety Boat Course
Is this course for me?
This is ideal for those involved in water safety. It is a requirement that candidates hold the RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate and knowledge of sailing is encouraged.
This is an informative course that will make you consider your environment, responsibilities and the scenarios you may find yourself in. It is really important to be prepared afloat and this should equip you with the necessary skills. The RYA National Safety Boat qualification is also a pre-requisite for the RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor
COURSE OVERVIEW
The two-day course provides the skills required when acting as an escort craft, safety boat or coach boat for a fleet of dinghies, windsurfers or canoes, or for racing or training activities.
ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE
Basic understanding of sailing boats and windsurfers. RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate must be held in order to attend this course.
MINIMUM DURATION
2 days
MINIMUM AGE
16
COURSE CONTENT
Preparation, boat handling, dinghy rescue, windsurfer rescue, kayak or canoe rescue (can be covered as theory), towing, end-of-day procedures, safety, suitability of craft, local factors, communication, rescuing other water users.
RECOMMENDED READING
ABILITY AFTER THE COURSE
Ability after the course Able to provide safety or support cover to a range of craft, particularly sailing or windsurfing
Important Notes
Before attending any of our courses, please read our Training Course Essential Information guide. This provides lots of useful info including what you need to bring.