RYA Powerboat Level 1
The 1 day RYA Powerboat Level 1 Course provides an introduction to powerboating, techniques for launching and recovery, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment. Course prices from £150.00 per person.
This is a great course as a powerboat taster or if you're not sure if you'd like to commit to a powerboat level 2 course (though this is NOT a requirement before taking Powerboat level 2. It’s also a perfect course for those that crew on a powerboat or for children.
| Suggested minimum pre-course experience |
None |
| Course knowledge | None |
| Course content | Launching & Recovery Preparation of boat and crew Boat handling at low speed Picking up and securing to a mooring buoy Leaving and coming alongside IRPCS (rules of the road) Man Overboard (theory) |
| Ability after course | To be able to handle a Powerboat in fair weather and daylight hours in local waters |
| Minimum duration | 1 day |
| Minimum Age | 8 years (those aged between 8-15 years will receive an endorsed certificate. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult) |
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