Powerboating Courses

Introduction

This is a two-day entry level course that provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations. It is not necessary to have taken the Level 1 course prior to taking this course. The Minimum age 12. Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an endorsed certificate. 

The course covers Launching and recovery, boat handling, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, man overboard.

Course Objectives

• Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft.

More information on this course is available on the RYA website.

Introduction

This is a two day course that provides the skills required when acting as an escort craft, safety boat or coach boat for a fleet of dinghies or for racing or training activities. It includes rescue techniques and elements of race management and mark laying. The course covers preparation, boat handling, dinghy rescue, towing, end-of-day procedures, safety, suitability of craft, local factors, communication, rescuing other water users.

The RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate must be held prior to this course. The minimum age for the course is 16  

The course covers preparation, boat handling, dinghy rescue, towing, end-of-day procedures, safety, suitability of craft, local factors, communication, rescuing other water users

Course Objectives

Ability after the course Able to provide safety or support cover to a range of craft, particularly sailing dinghies.

More information on this course is available on the RYA website.