RYA Powerboat Courses
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Whether you’re taking your first steps at the helm or sharpening advanced powerboat skills, our RYA powerboat courses are designed to build confidence through hands-on experience on the water
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RYA Powerboat Level 2
RYA Powerboat Intermediate
RYA Powerboat Intermediate
Learn to handle a powerboat confidently in real-world conditions, right here at Dover Sea Sports Centre.
- Ideal for beginners
- 2-day practical course
- RYA certification upon completion
Required experience:
- None
Course Duration: 2 days
Minimum age: 12. (12 to 16 year olds must be booked on the course with an Adult and have parental consent)
RYA Powerboat Intermediate
RYA Powerboat Intermediate
RYA Powerboat Intermediate
For those who have Powerboat Level 2 and want to progress their skills to the next level.
- 2 days practical on the water course + classroom elements
- By the end of this course you should be able to put theory into practice and complete a passage
Required experience:
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- Knowledge to the level of Day Skipper Theory
Course Duration: 2 days
Minimum age: 16.
RYA Powerboat Advanced
RYA Powerboat Advanced
RYA Powerboat Advanced
This course provides advanced handling, seamanship, pilotage and navigation skills up to the standards required to drive a planing powerboat safely by day and night in tidal coastal waters.
Required Experience:
- Competence at the Intermediate Powerboat level.
- Navigation knowledge to Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore theory level.
- First Aid & VHF/SRC certificates are strongly recommended.
Course Duration: 2 days including at least 1 night navigation exercise
Minimum age: 17
RYA Safety Boat
RYA Powerboat Advanced
RYA Powerboat Advanced
The RYA Safety Boat course equips you with the practical skills needed to provide safety or support cover for a range of craft including dinghy sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, and racing activities.
Required experience:
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- A basic understanding of sailing boats and windsurfers
- First Aid & VHF/SRC certificates are strongly recommended.
Course Duration: 2 days
Minimum age: 16
One Day Powerboat Tuition on "Luna" (Ribtech 585)
One Day Powerboat Tuition on "Blue Dragon" (Ribcraft 6.8 offshore twin engine)
One Day Powerboat Tuition on "Blue Dragon" (Ribcraft 6.8 offshore twin engine)
Brush up on your Powerboat Level 2 skills and put them into practice on the water, with a qualified instructor on hand to guide, coach, and build your confidence.
Assumed Knowledge: Powerboat Level 2 or higher
Course Duration: 1 day
Minimum age: 12. (12 to 16 years old must be booked on the course with an Adult and have parental consent)
One Day Powerboat Tuition on "Blue Dragon" (Ribcraft 6.8 offshore twin engine)
One Day Powerboat Tuition on "Blue Dragon" (Ribcraft 6.8 offshore twin engine)
One Day Powerboat Tuition on "Blue Dragon" (Ribcraft 6.8 offshore twin engine)
Jump back on the water to refresh your Powerboat intermediate or advanced skills, with expert instruction, practical exercises, and plenty of time at the helm.
Assumed Knowledge: Powerboat intermediate or higher.
Course Duration: 1 day (Night option available)
Minimum age: 12. (12 to 16 years old must be booked on the course with an Adult and have parental consent).