This boat training course is an introduction to boating techniques for launching and recovering a boat from a road trailer, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment. This course is suited to children.
Powerboat Training - Introduction to Powerboating
The course will be conducted in our 7.5m Humber RIB with a Yamaha 200 4 stroke
What to bring with you on the course
Aim: To Provide a practical introduction to boat handling and safety in powerboating.Duration: One dayInstructor to student ratio: 1:3Times: The start time is 09:30 with an anticipated finish at around 17:00
RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating is a practical course with a small amount of classroom work.
Warm clothing. Suitable footwear for being on board a high speed craft such as deck shoes, sailing boots (not gardening wellies please or old trainers).If you wish to use your own foul weather gear, please bring it. A change of clothing, in case of emergency.
We have courses running every week, all year round
Complete the simple form to enquire about a course or request a specific booking. We will reply promptly with the detail you need.If you request a specific booking we will make the reservation and our booking system will send you an email, with a link to follow, to complete the process easily online. You’ll be asked to create or update your profile, confirm acceptance of terms and conditions and then make a payment online.When you complete the payment you’ll receive an email with confirmation and joining instructions for the course.Prefer to enquire, book and pay over the phone? That’s fine too.
Launch and recovery, preparation of boat and crew, boat handling, picking up and securing to a buoy, leaving and coming alongside, being towed.
Able to drive a powerboat under supervision.
Lifejackets and waterproofs are provided.
RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating
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