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RYA Powerboat Level 2

Course dates.

25th/26th January 2018

What is the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course?

The RYA Powerboat level 2 course is aimed as an introduction to power boating with the course covering a much wider range of topics than the level 1 course.  There are no pre-requisites for the course but it aims to provide a good, broad base of experience for anyone who wants to take a powerboat out on their own.

As with all of our courses the days will be mainly practical and hands on to give you the best experience, skills and confidence in the handling of powerboats.

In addition the RYA Powerboat level 2 course completion certificate can also be commercially endorsed for anyone working on boats who requires a basic commercial boating qualification.

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This course contains some exercises that are physically demanding. Any candidate unsure of their fitness for such activities should consult their doctor.

 Course content

• Launching and recovery
• Boat handling
• Securing to a buoy
• Leaving and coming alongside
• Man overboard

Prerequisites:  A minimum age of 12. Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an endorsed certificate stating that they must be accompanied by an adult.

Duration:  2 days

Cost:  £270 per person. This includes all manuals, certification. Please note all price are exclusive of VAT.

Location: The training locations vary depending on tide and weather.

Our meeting point is: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Rd, Bristol, Avon BS1 6XG

Certification: RYA Powerboat Level 2 National Certificate

Boat Masters License    RYA Powerboat Level 1    RYA Powerboat Level 2    RYA VHF Radio Course (DSC)   

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The highland's premier motor cruising, powerboating and shorebased training centre, inverness marina – capital of the highlands.

Powerboat Level 2 Course

Learn to drive a powerboat in just 2 days!

This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to to become a competent powerboat driver by day in familiar waters and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence (ICC).

This course can also be the first step on your journey to working commercially in the marine business.

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The course focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations. You’ll learn how to safely helm and crew the boat as well as getting an introduction to marine navigation.

We aim to maximize the time you spend afloat and minimize the classroom time.

At low speed you will safely bring the boat alongside a pontoon and learn to turn the boat in a confined space as well as heading out into the Beauly/Inverness Firth to conduct the planing speed manoeuvres of S turns, U turns and figure of eight, picking up a buoy and the crucial skill of MOB recovery.

The Level 2 course is ideal for:

• Those new to boating who want to develop their base skills and,
• Those who have some experience but who want to develop their skills and ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.
• Those looking to hire a boat abroad and who require an ICC.
• Those looking to operate commercially up to 3nm from a nominated departure point (NDP). (for more information on commercial endorsements see: What certificates/licences do you need to work commercially with Motor / Powerboats?

No prior boating experience is necessary.

The course equally suits those new to boating and those who have been boating for years.

Most people take Level 2 and bypass Level 1.

You do not need to already have Level 1 before you take Level 2.

9am-5pm each day with approximately 45 mins for lunch

Minimum Duration: 2 days

Minimum age 12 years old.

We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with a paying parent/guardian on our boats at any time – please call to discuss.

Children over 16 can attend a normal course at any time but we must have the parent/guardian’s specific permission – please call to discuss.

If you want a child of under 16 to attend on their own then they must attend one of our dedicated Children’s Courses see the Children’s Courses section

An International Certificate of Competence (ICC) is often considered as the international ‘boat driving licence’. It is usually required by countries/operators if you wish to use your own craft abroad or to charter one and we’re offering 10% off our June 2016 course dates. The RYA powerboat level 2 is the basic level course allowing you to rent a boat abroad once you have obtained your ICC boat handling license (International Certificate of Competence). You can find out more about the ICC  here

What class of ICC can I get?: Restricted Power (Coastal) – vessels up to 10m, Coastal – ICCs for vessels up to 10m are obtained via the Powerboat Scheme completing a minimum of the Level 2 course. Unrestricted Power (Coastal) – vessels up to 24m, Coastal (Own Boat Only) or for those having successfully completed the Advanced Powerboat RYA/MCA Certificate of Competence (note this is not the RYA Advanced course candidates must have passed the exam), or who hold an RYA Day Skipper Motor certificate. Inland – To obtain the ‘Inland endorsement’ you need to undertake an additional short online test – the ‘CEVNI’ test see  here  for more details.

Your ICC is valid for 5 years.

Applying for your first ICC: To obtain an ICC, you must complete an  ICC application form  in full and sign the declaration. You can download the  ICC application form  from the website or request a copy from the RYA Certification Department. This should be sent to the RYA Certification Department, together with:

• a passport sized photograph (with your name on the reverse);
• evidence that your  nationality does not preclude you  from being issued with an ICC by the RYA;
• evidence of your competence (relevant sections of the application form have been signed to say you have passed the ICC assessment or the ICC CEVNI test or  photocopies of any certificates you are presenting as evidence ) are enclosed; and
• payment (including the fast track fee if required)
• Renewing an ICC
• The ICC is valid for 5 years.

This course operates with a maximum of 3 students per instructor/vessel

Book for 2 people or more and save 5% off the total price

The RYA Start Powerboating book or e-book is supplied as part of this course .

A photo certificate card is supplied on successful completion of the course.

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RYA Level 2 Powerboat Handling

RYA powerboat courses are primarily for those using small powered craft such as RIBs, dories and sportsboats that don't generally undertake long or offshore passages.

The types of commercial craft requiring this level certification are typically: charter fishing boats, small passenger launches, thrill ride operators, harbour patrol launches, construction site safety boats etc.

If you will be using larger boats with accommodation and the capacity to cruise or work further offshore you are likely to need a certificate within the motor cruising programme such as Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore.

If you need a Level 2 Powerboat Handling certificate in order to work on a commercial craft subject to the MCA's codes of practice, you will need to get it commercially endorsed . You can then work on commercial vessels up to 24m in length, operating in category 6 waters - that is up to 3 miles from a nominated departure point in fine weather and daylight hours.

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Do I need to take a Powerboat course?

In reality , everyone on the sea comes under the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations. On 29 July 2020 the MCA published a marine guidance note to provide clarification and guidance on the merchant shipping (safety of navigation) regulations which implement chapter V of the International Convention for the safety of life at sea 1974 (SOLAS) in its most recently amended form into UK law.  In a nutshell - you may be prosecuted if you fail to adhere to them. Follow this link for the latest government leaflet on chapter V for recreational boaters:  SOLAS regulations for pleasure boat users

A recent change to UK law has caused a change in focus from what was initially intended for PWC users to move more towards all watercraft users. 

The Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023 places a duty onwatercraft owners in UK waters to ensure that it is operated in a safe manner. If the owner fails to do this, they may commit an offence, punishable by imprisonment for a term up to two years, a fine, or both.

• the act or omission was deliberate or amounted to a breach or neglect of duty.
• the person who committed the act or made the omission was under the influence of drink or a drug at the time of the act or omission.

then the person is guilty of an offence under section 58 (conduct endangering ships, structures, or individuals) of the Merchant Shipping Act 1995, as applied by the 2023 Order. 

With this in mind, our advice is to take a course.

If you are unable to find a date that suits you drop me an Email with your request.

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South West Maritime Academy is a leading provider of RYA powerboat courses for all levels of experience and ability, from complete novices to competent professionals and those looking to enhance their career prospects or update required industry specific qualifications. We operate the Powerboat School from Portishead Marina with our well equipped MCA coded 7.8m Ribcraft RIB.

As well as a great training area, there are plenty of cafes, comfort stop facilities and free parking.

PowerBoat Level 2 Course

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Minimum age:  12 Years. Under 16's Issued With Endorsed Certificate

The most popular powerboat course - no prior experience or Level 1 is needed. This 2 day RYA Course is a well recognised qualification and can be used to hire powerboats up to 10 metres, is accepted by insurance companies for boat owners and can be Commercially Endorsed to legally take up to 12 passengers to sea. There is no exam and is designed as an enjoyable 2 days.

In A Nutshell:  This course is for you if you want to own or hire a powerboat and need the skills to be safe - or if you need to work commercially - and legally - within 3 miles of shore during daylight hours. 

• or give us a call -  01454 260 130

Here at The South West Maritime Academy , we are industry leaders in maritime safety training courses, offering a wide range of maritime courses including the mandatory STCW Basic Safety Training - essential for all seafaring personnel.

Over recent years we've helped many newcomers to the industry, along with competent professionals enhancing their careers with the essential training they need to do their jobs effectively. We offer real hands-on training for all candidates at our our main site in Cromhall, South Gloucestershire and our PowerBoat School in Portishead, ensuring that you are not trained with just theory - actual real-life experience is in our opinion, essential.

When you train with us, you can rest assured that you are learning with the top maritime academy in the UK - with well-qualified instructors and many years of experience. Our pass rates are fantastic, in 2021, 100% of participants at the South West Maritime Academy willing to recommend our courses and facilities. Don't just take our word for it - we are accredited by several examination boards - Edexcel, Maritime & Coastguard Agency, Pearson and the RYA.

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RYA Powerboat Level 2

Learn how to drive a powerboat safely. This 2-day course includes learning skills such as close quarters handling, high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery and collision regulations all on coastal waters. Our experienced powerboat instructors guide you through the course to ensure you feel confident with your powerboating. It is also a pre-requisite powerboat qualification for the RYA Dinghy Instructor course.

Course syllabus

Close quarters handling, high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery and collision regulations all on coastal waters and passage planning

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Morning session

Typically run from 9:30, you will be welcomed by our team for registration. Please ensure that participants have been signed in by staff before you leave the site. At the course start time the instructors will come and meet the participants.

Once all participants are happy and fully equipped with all the clothing they need, then the activity sessions will get underway!

Everyone will break for lunch midway through the day*.

Afternoon session

After lunch, activity sessions will resume.

At the course end time, typically 16:30, please ensure that all participants are signed out with a member of staff, before leaving the site.

Course overview

Duration: 2 days

Prices from £ 280

Ability level: Beginner

What's included

Wetsuit Buoyancy Aid Spray Top and Trousers Helmet

What you need to bring

Swimwear Towel Drinks Suncream Weather appropriate clothing Spare pair of shoes to wear in the water (closed-toe) Lunch and snacks Water bottle

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The Bristol Maritime Academy

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The Bristol Maritime Academy is a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Recognised Training Centre operated by a highly experienced and dedicated team. We work closely with all of our clients and assist them in becoming well-trained and skilled operators, be they marine professionals or leisure enthusiasts.

The Bristol Maritime Academy is the only RYA coastal training centre based in the Bristol Harbour, providing you with the perfect training location, whether you need inland, river or coastal courses.

Quality of safety, training, staff and equipment are key to our packages and our flexibility ensures that customers always receive the highest quality training that they are looking for.

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We offer Bespoke Crew Training delivered globally to Superyachts including marine and watersports training to meet with owners, captains and management companies needs. We also offer a full RYA Personal Watercraft (Jet-ski) Instructor training service at your location including all documentation and support.

STCW Training

We are now offering the STCW95/2010 training package as part of our Superyacht Crew Training. Working on a super yacht is an exciting career option, leading to travel and adventure opportunities worldwide. The STCW95/2010 training packages to work on a commercial vessel, which includes all of the essential codes of conduct. Key skills such as Sea Survival, Fire Fighting and Ship Security are taught giving you the necessary skills and qualifications to kickstart your career in this prestigious industry. 

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Customer Reviews

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Steve Morrison

Average rating: a month ago

What a great weekend we had on the Power Boat Level 2 Course. Excellent instruction from Sam. I was pleased to find it covered so much more than I had expected. I now feel confident and comfortable on the water with a power boat. Highly recommend if you wish to improve or learn boating skills.

Carey Huscroft

I took the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course this week with Bristol Maritime Academy. What a great experience! Kat, our instructor, is extremely knowledgeable & skilled, patient, encouraging and very nice as well! She tailored her coaching to each person and took the time so everyone on the course learned and practiced every skill. The Bristol Harbour was a great place to learn skills and the trip down the Avon into the Bristol Channel was exciting! I'm already planning more classes with them - first aid, sea survival, and offshore safety. I am very happy that I went with Bristol Maritime Academy for my course!

Claire Howe

RYA Powerboat Level 2. A brilliant hands on course with some classroom learning. We spent more than half our time on the water. Plenty of opportunities to ask questions. The course really improved my knowledge and confidence. The trainer was excellent. I’m looking forward to practicing my new skills.

connor hardy

Average rating: 2 months ago

I recently completed the Power Boat Level 2 course and had an amazing experience. Cat, our instructor, was not only a brilliant teacher but also made the learning process enjoyable and interesting. The course covered everything from map reading, course plotting, and knot tying in the classroom to practical skills like parking, man overboard rescue in the Bristol Channel, and tight u-turns between moored boats. The entire experience, including going through the lock, driving under the suspension bridge, and navigating the channel, was a lot of fun. The course was thorough and delivered in a professional manner. I highly recommend it to anyone interested – it was absolutely worth every penny.

JohnyJohn Johny

Loved the powerboat lvl 2 course. Kathryn was a great instructor, very knowledgable and passionate about what she does, so you can expect good quality training! Great manouvers guidelines! Nice boat with strong 100hp engine on. They put strong focus on practical knowledge, so there is a bit of theory to learn but majority of time is spent on the water which is fantastic. I took my course in Bristol so it was a great trip on a boat aswell where one can enjoy the view of the city from channel. Its totally different experience! Thanks Kathryn!

Kelly Knight

Average rating: 11 October 2023

We did RYA Powerboat Level 2 over the weekend. Highlights included locking out of the floating harbour with the Matthew and and cruising under the Clifton Suspension Bridge on the way to Portishead. Kat was a fantastic instructor and the boat and kit were great. I would definitely recommend this course with BMA in Bristol.

Highly recommend if you want to get a taste of driving a power boat while enjoying Bristol's beautiful scenery. The course is very well organised. Coach Rhys is very professional and patient, making sure that you master every essential skill :)

Chris Williams

Average rating: 5 October 2023

Eight if us did the Defra 1 course with Annex H and thought the whole thing was fantastic. The office based element was well paced and taught us a lot, and the practical training was a huge amount of fun and gave us a lot to think about. I would highly recommend Bristol Maritime and this course to anyone who works near water.

hobbitfeet67

Average rating: 13 September 2023

Fantastic day of theory and practical learning. Well paced, and instructors had a wealth of real life knowledge and experience. Highly recommend this course to everyone who is taking to open water.

Average rating: 11 September 2023

Did the two day Outdoor First Aid course. Not my first, er, first aid course, but defintely the first time I've left feeling like I know what I would need to do in an emergency. Well delivered, appropriately paced and clear in what our goals were. Not paid for by work, I chose this myself and would have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone wanting to feel more confident going outside for work, or as I do, to go have fun in the hills.

Average rating: 5 September 2023

RYA Power Boat 2 Course (2 days) I can not recommend this course enough. Our instructor Catherine was highly professional, really helpful, and made the whole process fun. She is one of the best instructors I have come across in years. My colleagues in the other boat also gave very good feedback about their instructor. It has exactly the right balance of class room work and practical boating skills. Thanks for a great weekend course.

Catherine Shepherd

Average rating: 11 August 2023

Excellent course - really nice mix of theory and practical. The instructors tailored their approach for all ages and experience - I was with my 14 year old son and while we were with three other adults he was made to feel very much part of the course and really enjoyed all of it. Katherine, our instructor, was very (very) calm and clear and gave positive feedback and encouragement while always showing you how you could improve. Would highly recommend.

Alison Mair

Average rating: 4 August 2023

What a fantastic place. The course content was delivered by an excellent tutor in a simple no nonsense fashion. Easy to understand and retain information. The venue is good with free all day parking. Cannot recommend it highly enough

Peter Hayes

Average rating: 16 July 2023

Took the one day RYA VHF SRC course with them and it was excellent. Great tutor, Dave, with bags of experience at sea. Friendly people, good location and facilities. Learnt so much and was successful with the exam. Highly recommended

Average rating: 21 May 2023

The course was very well organised and informative. Jack ran the course and has huge experience as a captain of super-yachts and clearly has great skills in teaching. There was a good balance of practical boating and classroom technical leaning. I would recommend the course as a great experience to start your power boat futures.

Steve Randell

Average rating: 23 March 2023

I attended the YRA Powerboat Level 2 out of Portishead Marina. The course was great fun and very informative. The instructor ( Catherine ) was very patient and cool headed, she explained everything extremely well and even gave us a small history lesson in the Avon Gorge! All in all a great 2 days and I highly recommend the Bristol Maritime Academy for this qualification.

Paul Gilbert

Average rating: 22 March 2023

Attended RYA first aid course here. Our instructor Kat was excellent and very knowledgeable, making the course highly interactive and hands on. The best first aid course I’ve attended by a long way.

Mike Harrison

Average rating: 20 February 2023

Excellent intensive Day Skipper course with Andrew Smith over two 3-day sessions, interestingly presented and engaging. Now looking forward to my practical. The location was handy with convenient parking and staff at BMA were helpful too. Back for my VHF course in a couple of weeks.

Rachel Kaden

Average rating: 1 December 2022

Really and thoroughly enjoyed this outdoors first aid course. Learnt a lot and felt so confident. Kat was an excellent trainer and was full of knowledge to answer all of our questions and not afraid to double check something if she was unsure of all of our many many questions. She took all of our individual reasons for being on the course into consideration and related it to the information she gave us. Thank you so much, I feel so ready to keep people safe in potentially hazardous environments.

Average rating: 30 October 2022

I did an RYA Day Skipper Theory course at Bristol Maritime Academy. It was really well run, the instructor (Andrew) was excellent, and it's a lovely building and location. Highly recommended.

Average rating: 18 October 2022

The Outdoor First Aid course was extremely informative and very applied. Katherine the instructor was brilliant. I highly recommend.

Kamila Jast

Average rating: 10 October 2022

Very good and practical powerboating course with knowledgeable instructor, patient, passionate about passing on knowledge and making sure that one actually gains practical skills to do it independently. I'm coming back to do 2 more courses.

Jack Brooker

Average rating: 30 August 2022

Brilliant RYA training course. Very informative and very friendly instructor. Will be back when I need to refresh my certificate.

Chris Green

Average rating: 12 August 2022

Very thorough and comprehensive. Thank you.

George Lewis

Average rating: 8 August 2022

RYA powerboat level 2 course in Bristol harbour. Did the course over the weekend with a view to an ICC for hiring purposes abroad. Whilst we benefited from fantastic weather and I only met the single trainer, I would recommend both the course and BMA for any novice powerboaters. Friendly, informative with a flexible accommodating approach. See the sights of Bristol and the Avon gorge while you're at it!

Kate Fraser

Average rating: 28 July 2022

Thorough and really valuable. Would highly recommend Kat ☺️

Peter Corcoran

Average rating: 1 July 2022

Well done Tim your a star. All the training was nicely paced for all of the group.

Average rating: 27 December 2021

Excellent training programme for Powerboat Level2, various situations to give you a great learning experience, around the floating harbour, going through the lock and a long trip down the tidal river avon, then through the estuary and out to sea. Highly recommend for anyone looking to get trained for PB2. Thanks to all at Bristol Maritime Academy.

Average rating: 4 October 2021

I did a powerboat course through Bristol Maritime Academy. The instructor, Dan, was incredibly patient, knowledgable and enthusiastic about boating. Very professionally run company. I would highly recommend to anyone.

Average rating: 26 July 2021

Completed my Powerboat Level 2 course with Bristol Maritime Academy which they run from Portishead Marina and would highly recommend it. Absolutely amazing experience. Jordan is a top class instructor and knows his stuff! Thanks Jordan and BMA, I'll be back to do my PB Advanced once I've got some more experience!

Richard Dennys

Average rating: 26 April 2021

I've just completed and passed my Powerboat 2 plus VHF RYA courses and successfully applied for my ICC (

Samantha Woodward

Average rating: 15 September 2020

Great set up here in the heart of Bristol. I managed to park right at the harbour office for free so that's great. Lucky for our small group of 3 we had great weather on both days. Jordan, our instructor was very calm and relaxing to be with and did not hesitate to go over each thing if you didn't get it right first time. An asset to the business! The boats were clean and well maintained and all the correct gear provided for us. I did my power boat level 2 and will get my ICC from this as well. Highly recommended

Average rating: 5 August 2019

The receptionist was absolutely useless and non helpful. Seeing as the is a training establishment doesn't fill me with much confidence. Don't know if I was just unlikely but the simplest of tasks seemed impossible

Johnny Martin

Average rating: 5 March 2019

Excellent training - I did the VHF course. I wouldn't hesitate to use again or recommend.

David Talbot

Average rating: 27 January 2018

A great little training centre in a fantastic location. Friendly, welcoming staff and very knowledgable instructors who made what could have been a pretty dry couple of days safety and survival training fun.

Glen Travers

Average rating: 18 September 2017

Completed my Powerboat level 2 course and had a fantastic time, whilst learning lots of new skills. The instructors were great and all the equipment and boats were brilliant for what we needed. I would highly recommend both the course and Bristol Maritime Academy.

Average rating: 29 July 2017

Amazing instructors, quality equipment and a fantastic experience completing the Level 2 Powerboat handlers course

Average rating: 5 March 2017

This weekend just completed the RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course at Bristol Maritime Academy. Excellent Venue using both Bristol Floating Dock Area (protected area) and then the Bristol Channel (not so protected!!!! - including today's, rain, hail stones and very high winds!). 2 Boats provided opportunity to swap boats, different sizes and different handling needed; course was well structured with classroom work, but a lot of water time. Chief Instructor Lilly is quite simply exceptional; excellent training style, provides really clear instruction, very supportive, firm hand when needed!, all with an energetic, bubbly personality. Instructor Charlie very good, good presentational skills, very confident and competent; patient and guidance as required. Used many RYA Training Schools in last 5 years for Sailing, Dinghy Training and now Powerboat - would really recommend Bristol Maritime Academy - I will certainly be back for more. Andy

Julian Zadarnowski

Average rating: 27 September 2016

Excellent 2 days on the water on the RYA L2 Powerboat course. Professional but relaxed style covering theory in the class room but mainly in closed water and then down the Avon to the Bristol Channel. Can highly recommend Bristol Maritime and will use them again

Iain Forster

Average rating: 12 September 2016

I recently completed an Offshore Powerboat Level II course with Bristol Maritime Academy. All the staff were very welcoming, the course was well structured and the instruction could not be faulted. A very professional, yet relaxed environment to complete the course. A very enjoyable course!

Stephen Martin

Average rating: 15 August 2016

Fantastic place to do your level two powerboat training. Knowledgeable instructors who make it fun to learn, and a location that would be hard to better; harbour for slow boat manoeuvres and the Bristol Channel for higher speed turns and wave technique. Feel very confident about taking a speed boat out now. Thanks guys.

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RYA PowerBoat Level 2

1 day of shore-based theory 1 day of practical skills (or less depending on skill level).

All you need to know for self-sufficient powerboating at a basic level. RYA powerboat courses are for those using small powered craft under 9m such as RIBs and sportsboats that don’t generally undertake long or offshore passages.

The course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery plus all the boat driving skills required for basic competence in a powerboat

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• RYA Powerboat Level 1

Certificate validity: Although this qualification holds no expiry date it is recommended that if you have gone through a prolonged period without driving a boat you attend a skills refresher for both your safety and peace of mind.

Certification: RYA Powerboat Level 1 Certificate

Prerequisites: A minimum age of 8. Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an endorsed certificate stating that they must be accompanied by an adult.

Duration: 1 day

Cost: £130 per person. This includes all manuals and certification.

Location: 0900 meeting at Portishead Marina (Newfoundland Way, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7DF)

What is the RYA Powerboat Level 1 course?

The RYA Powerboat Level 1 course is an introduction to boating techniques for launching and recovering a boat from a road trailer, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment.

This is a great introduction to power boating which emphasizes safety aspects in particular launching, which are sometimes missed out on courses where the powerboats are already in the water.

People that have booked on to this course have also booked:

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Course Content

• Launch and recovery (8-11 year old’s observe) Preparation of boat and crew Boat handling Picking up and securing to a mooring buoy Leaving and coming alongside Being towed

Please contact us if you require any further information about this course or wish to book on behalf of a company:

Telephone: 01454 260130 Email: [email protected]

Normal office hours are (UK time): Monday  – Friday: 08.30 – 17.00

Please be aware that online bookings will be confirmed with course joining information within one working day of the booking being made. Confirmation of payment will be received by email.

There is a wide range of local accommodation, some of which are within walking distance of the training centre to suit everyone’s budget. For a list of local accommodation please click here.

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RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course 307

This RYA Accredited 2 day classroom theory and hands on practical training program is perfect for individuals interested in improving their hands-on powerboat and tender operating skills. This course is great for beginners or seasoned tender operators! The practical portion of the course utilizes MPT’s powerboat and tender fleet up to 8 meters.

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2 day class in fort lauderdale, required materials.

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The class is very practical--wish it were longer! Rachelle, Saturday May 2022 RYA Powerboat Level 2

Great class. Nice boat and very informative instructor. Pedro, Friday February 2022 RYA Powerboat Level 2

Keep up all the good work. It’s much appreciated. Zoe, Friday August 2021 RYA Powerboat Level 2

Great Instructor! Very professional and knowledgeable, thank you. David, Friday January 2021 RYA Powerboat Level 2

Very well done !!!! Very happy to be here with you !!!! Tnks!!! Cruz, Wednesday January 2014 RYA Powerboat Level 2

This was an amazing course. Would recommend it to anybody Eric, Friday May 2013 RYA Powerboat Level 2

PBLII was a good course. Jeff was very patient during the on-water-training, and overall good instructor. Jennifer, Wednesday April 2013 RYA Powerboat Level 2

you guys are great! Zachary, Thursday July 2012 RYA Powerboat Level 2

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RYA Powerboat Instructor

Ability after the course: Students will be able to teach RYA powerboating up to RYA Level 2 or Safety Boat.

Minimum Age:  Age 16 +

Exam Type / Duration:  Continual assessment

Course Information

RYA Powerboat Instructors are able to teach powerboating to the level of which they are trained (i.e. if you hold an RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate you will be only be able to teach up to RYA Powerboat Level 2). It is a 3 day course and covers everything from demonstrating powerboat driving skills to delivering RYA theory.

During the course our RYA Powerboat Trainers will spend time looking at teaching theory and how to deliver an RYA Powerboat Course to an acceptable level. The RYA Powerboat Instructors course gives you the ability to run RYA courses whether at your own RYA recognised powerboat centre, sailing club or commercial powerboat school.

Our two RYA recognised powerboat centres in the heart of the city and in Portishead marina are perfect for practicing demonstration skills, whilst our access to the Bristol Channel and River Avon gives trainee RYA Powerboat Instructors the perfect opportunity to practice their instructional techniques.

Course content: Teaching theory and styles, the principles of instruction, lesson planning, use of questions and visual aids. Course preparation, student progression and the structure of the RYA scheme.

Course Details

Assumed Pre-Course Ability:  Candidates should have logged five seasons of powerboating experience in a range of boats and engine types. If you are driving boats as part of your job this period can be reduced to one season of full-time work. RYA first aid (or other acceptable first aid), RYA Powerboat Level 2, and RYA instructors pre-assessment but all be valid to be accepted on the course. If you need your RYA Powerboat Level 2 you can book that here .

Candidates must have the following completed before the course:

RYA Powerboat Level 2

RYA Powerboat Instructors Skills Assessment (Please contact us to book yours if you haven't already had one)

RYA First Aid at Sea or other recognised first aid certificate

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