RYA Powerboat Level 1

A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.

Description

The one-day RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating course is a fantastic practical introduction to boat handling and safety in powerboats.

Covering Launch and recover, preparing the boat and crew, boat handling, picking up and securing to a buoy, leaving and coming alongside.

Perfect for novices or crew members wanting to contribute more to their time on the water.

Prerequisites

None

Minimum Age

8 Years Old

Instructor to Student ratio

1 Instructor to 3 Students

Course Content

  • Launch and recovery (8-11 year olds to observe)
  • Preparation of boat and crew
  • Boat handling
  • Leaving and coming alongside
  • Picking up and securing to a mooring buoy
  • Man overboard (theory)

What‎ we provide

  • Waterproof trousers and coat (small range of sizes available)
  • Life Jacket

What to bring

  • Warm clothes
  • Old trainers/wellies/boots
  • Lunch
Consider bringing
  • Raincoat/Waterproofs
  • Sunglasses, Sun hat, Sunscreen, Water bottle

Course Materials

  • RYA Start Powerboating Book

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