RYA Courses in Dorset
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This 2 Day Level 1 and 2 RYA (Royal Yachting Association) powerboating course in Poole Harbour, Dorset, is the perfect way to get your sea legs and learn the basics for heading out on the water. With 2 days packed with hands-on lessons, you will gain so much essential knowledge each day of the course. On your first day you will get straight into learning after your welcome and briefing and cover topics such as: launching, recovery, preparation of a boat and crew, boat handling, picking up and securing a mooring buoy, leaving and coming alongside, being towed, anchoring, man overboard, high speed manoeuvres and basic navigation. After having your evening to recover and a good nights sleep, you will be straight back out on the boat for the second day putting what you have already learned into practice and adding in more advanced manoeuvres at higher speeds as well as other topics. The course has great facilities with changing rooms, showers and even a cafe to refuel at lunchtime. There are also lots of fantastic accommodation and restaurant options nearby to check out. At the end of the course you will get a certificate for completing levels 1 and 2 of the RYA powerboating course, opening the door to so many sea adventures!
- Powerboat driving courses from Poole Harbour
- Two day RYA certified courses covering Levels 1 and 2
- Learn essential boat craft skills out on the water
- Perfect for beginners and those with some experience
Two Day RYA Level 1 and 2 Powerboat Courses
- Learn to drive and handle a powerboat to RYA Level 2 certification standard
- The courses are taught on a 3:1 basis, giving plenty of time for each driver
- Courses start at 9.15am finish t approximately 4pm
- Certificate upon successful completion of the course
- You may be eligible for the International Certificate of Competence after completing this course
- Poole has a wide range of accommodation options, from campsites and guest houses to excellent hotels
- The operator can recommend a number of good value bed and breakfast establishments and can also provide accommodation on site in bunkhouses
Topics include:
- Launching and recovery, preparation of boat and crew, boat handling, picking up and securing to a mooring buoy, leaving and coming alongside, being towed, anchoring, man overboard, high speed manoeuvres and basic navigation
- The second day of the course will cover more advanced manoeuvres at higher speeds and other topics
Information
- Powerboat courses are offered throughout the year
- Two day courses generally operate Thursday - Friday or Saturday - Sunday
- Other days may be offered subject to sufficient notice and availability
Minimum Age: 16 years
- Suitable clothing for the weather should be worn, with flat soled shoes that you don't mind getting wet
- Shorts and t-shirts are suitable for summer; tracksuits and sweatshirts for cooler days
- You will be provided with waterproofs and in summer you should bring sun screen, sunglasses and a hat
- You will need to bring your own towels
- The course is not suitable for spectators
- The operator as a well equipped base with a full range of facilities such as changing rooms, showers, toilets and cafe
- Many other junior and adult sailing courses are hosted there, making for a lively and enjoyable atmosphere
- Lunch at the centre may be ordered in advance; there is also a restaurant at Poole Quay, convenient for those taking the course
Locations
- Dorset
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