Power Boat Tuition and RYA Training Courses
Click on the following links to find details of all 2008 training dates
NB - RYA Powerboat Courses are now available for young people too!
RYA Powerboat Level 1 from 8 years old, RYA Powerboat Level 2 from 12 years old, Intermediate Powerboat and Advanced
Powerboat for minimum 17 years old. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
Powerboat Taster Sessions
Course Overview:
If you have ever thought about taking up powerboating but do not want to commit yourself
to a course until you are sure you'll like it then the taster session is just for you. Your instructor will brief you
on safety, basic principles and controls and then off you go! You will spend most of the time afloat under the careful
supervision of a qualified RYA powerboat instructor who will introduce you into the world of powerboats.
Level: Beginner
Qual: None
Course fee: Adult £67 for 3 hours
Time: On request
Days: On request
Corporate days in our 7.86 meter rib @ £240 for up to 10 people, comprising passage plan, driving, (lunch @ extra cost) in either Cowes, Potsmouth or Hamble.
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RYA Introduction to Powerboating Level 1
Course Overview:
A basic introduction to the theory and practice of safe seamanship in a
small powered craft. The course will provide an introduction to boat handling skills with plenty of
time afloat in addition to essential theory ashore. This course is now available for young people of
8 years and above.
Level: Beginner
Qual: RYA Powerboat Level 1 Certificate
Course fee: £134 per person
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Days: Saturdays
Dates - 2008
Feb 23
March 29
April 12
May 24
June 28
July 27
August 30
Sept 14
Oct 25
Nov 15
Dec 06
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RYA National Powerboat Certificate Level 2
Course Overview:
A more intensive and demanding course. This packed two day course offers
a thorough introduction to small powerboat handling. Level 2 is also the basic level required for the
International Certificate of Competence for under 10m vessels (UK nationals only).
The minimum age is 12 years but all drivers under 16 years must be supervised by
a competent adult. Some previous boating experience will be an advantage.
Level: Beginner
Qual: RYA Level 2 Certificate (Coastal Planing Craft or Displacement Craft - please specify)
Course fee: £260
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Days: Various
Dates 2008
January 14-15, 26-27
February 2-3, 9-10, 18-9, 23-24
March 8-9, 13-14, 29-30
April 5-6, 9-10, 19-20, 26-27
May 1-2, 10-11, 17-18, 22-23, 29-30
June 7-8, 21-22, 28-29
July 5-6, 12-13, 14-15, 19-20, 26-27
August 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24
September 1-2, 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 25-26, 27-28
October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
November 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30
December 6-7
Additional weekday courses or One to One training by arrangement
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RYA Intermediate Powerboat Course
Course Overview:
This course bridges the gap between Powerboat Level 2 and the Advanced
Powerboat Driver courses. More time is given to pilotage, navigation, fuel and engine checks as well
as the effect of waves and rougher conditions. The use of power trims and trim tabs and berthing in
different conditions are also included. Candidates need to have competent knowledge of Powerboat
Level 2 with coastal endorsement. It is strongly recommended by the RYA a first aid certificate and
radio operators licence is gained before taking this course.
We offer Tidal Endorsement exams
Level: Intermediate
Qual: RYA Intermediate Powerboat Certificate
Course fee: £199
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Days: Various
Dates 2008
February 4-5, 18-19
March 29-30
April 15-16
May 3-4, 31-1 June
July 5-6
August 2-3
September 2-3, 27-28
November 1-2
December 6-7
Additional courses by arrangement
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RYA Safety Boat Course
Course Overview:
The aim of this course is to introduce the techniques used in
powerboats escorting fleets of dinghies, windsurfers and canoes, providing safety cover for training
fleets, and assisting in race management. Candidates must have an RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate to
be eligible for this course. It is also strongly advised by the RYA that members of any safety/rescue
boat crew should hold a first aid certificate and VHF/SRC radio operators licence (both of which are
available at the Centre.)
Level: Intermediate
Qual: RYA Safety Boat Certificate
Course fee: £199
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Days: Various
Dates 2008
February 16-17, 20-21
March 8-9
April 5-6, 7-8
May 24-25
June 14-15
July 19-20
August 30-31
September 4-5
October 11-12, 28-29
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Advanced Powerboat Driver
Course Overview:
The aim of this course is to teach boat handling, seamanship, pilotage
and navigation up to the standards required to drive a planing powerboat safely by day and night in
tidal coastal waters. Candidates should be competent to the standard of RYA Intermediate Powerboat (coastal)
with a knowledge of navigation and chartwork to the level of RYA Dayskipper. It is required that
candidates hold a first aid certificate and a VHF/SRC radio operators licence. Course available for 17
years or over.
Level: Advanced
Qual: RYA Advanced Powerboat Course Certificate
Course fee: £268
Time:
Day 1: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Day 2: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Dates 2008
February 2-3
March 8-9, 27-28
April 17-18
September 22-23
October 11-12, 30-31
November 8-9, 22-23
December 6-7
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Advanced Powerboat Examinations
Overview:
From January 2005 the Maritime Coastguard Agency and the RYA have implemented a
new examination requirement for the Advanced Powerboat Certificate. The exam will be approximately
four hours duration per candidate.
This is broadly in line with other examination awards such as
the RYA/MCA Coastal Skipper Certificate, Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate etc. Individual candidates can
request an examination online at www.rya.org.uk stating
their preferred date and venue.
Candidates for direct exams should provide their own boat suitable
for the examination.
Otherwise contact Southampton Water Activities Centre to organise a date suitable.
where candidates may book up and use our boats to undertake the new advanced exam.
Level: Advanced
Qual: Advanced Powerboat Certificate
Course fee: contact the RYA).
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One to One Tuition
Course Overview:
More and more of our customers want the freedom and flexibility of
individual one to one coaching at a time which suits them. In response to this demand SWAC is launching
a new one to one coaching service. How does it work? Just decide what course or skills training you
would like and what dates you require and we will do our best to accommodate you. At busy times of the
year we may be unable to meet your first choice of dates, so having a second choice will help. Cost is
bound to be more than a standard course but look at what you get: the boat of your choice from the wide
selection available, the undivided attention of the instructor, the advantage of specialist in depth
knowledge, the flexibility of a single day or combination of days and the ability to tailor the coaching
to meet your own needs. It may cost more but its well worth it!
Level: All Levels
Qual: None
Course fee: From £260 per day (£65 per second and third person)
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Days: By arrangement
Dates 2008 By arrangement
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Direct Examinations
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 Certificate, RYA Advanced Powerboat Certificate and the RYA International Certificate of Competence (ICC) can be awarded upon successful completion of a direct examination. These largely practical examinations would be an alternative option to the full course programme and intended for experienced powerboat users. Please contact the Centre to discuss details. In addition the inland waterways C.E.V.N.I. test is also available on request.Level: All Levels
Qual: Powerboat Level 2, Advanced Powerboat, International Certificate of Competence, CEVNI
Course fee: From £130 per exam (half day), (CEVNI = £20)
Time: By arrangement
Days: By arrangement
Dates 2008 By arrangement
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