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Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

Course Price £425 5 Days Per Person

The RYA Day Skipper Shore based course will give you a comprehensive knowledge of seamanship, navigation and meteorology. The course is suitable for sailors and motor boaters. By the end of this course you should be competent enough to theoretically navigate around familiar waters by day. No previous experience is required however any practical knowledge you have is helpful. The course is taught over 40 hours with two exam papers.

The course covers the basics of inshore and coastal navigation, position fixing, chart work, planning, collision regulations, lights and buoyage, safety at sea, electronic navigation and pilotage.

What’s included?

You will be coached over the RYA Day Skipper theory syllabus by one of our experienced RYA instructors.
Day Skipper shore based theory notes
Practice Almanac
Practice Charts
Tea and Coffee

Maximum teaching ratio – 6:1

COURSE DATES
We run Day Skipper Theory courses at least every three months but for groups we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

Course Price £330 Per Person

Also known as the Powerboat Day Cruising Course the course is aimed at those who have boated a season or more, probably already have Level 2 and want to learn more about coastal cruising. It focuses on navigation  and passage planning.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Candidates should be competent to the standard of Level 2 (including the coastal endorsement). Whilst the course does include time on developing your boat handling we will not have time to develop basic techniques. It is recommended that attendees acquire a First Aid certificate and VHF Operators Certificate either before or after attending the course.

MINIMUM AGE
16. Children over 16 (and under 18) can attend a normal course at any time but we must have the parent/guardian’s specific permission  – please call to discuss.

COURSE DATES
We run Intermediate courses on our boats at least every month but for groups of 2 or 3 we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

Course Price £340 Per Person

Aimed at experienced leisure boaters and those seeking to work commercially. The Advanced Course can be followed by the Advanced Examination. This course addresses areas such as night navigation, rough water handling and search patterns – a great course!

COURSE DURATION
2 days. We start at 9am on day one and will finish about 3 – 4 hours after it gets dark. On day two we start at 10am and typically finish between 4 and 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE
The course assumes you can handle a powerboat very well as it is about developing your skills rather than starting them! It also assumes you understand navigation to the level of Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Theory (although you don’t actually need the qualification). We would always suggest that we have a chat with you about your experience before you book the course to ensure that this is the best course for you

MINIMUM AGE
17

COURSE DATES
We run Advanced courses on our boats at least every two months but for groups of 2 or 3 we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £450 6 Days Per Person

This is an advanced course which follows on from the RYA Day Skipper Theory. This course will develop further knowledge and skills on navigation, pilotage, collision regulations and meteorology.

It is for sailors and motor boaters who are looking at embarking on difficult passages, for example offshore and/or at night. This course is also a must for anyone wishing to take a RYA Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore practical exam.

Previous experience – Due to the update in the coastal skipper syllabus it is essential that you revise the RYA Day Skipper course before you attend this RYA Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster course, especially if you have not recently completed the day skipper or used the skills practically.  If you need help with this please contact us to arrange additional training or advice on what materials to use.

The course is taught over 40 hours of classroom study plus three assessment papers.

What’s included?

You will be coached over the RYA Coastal Skipper/ Yachtmaster theory syllabus by one of our experienced instructors.
Coastal Skipper Yachtmaster offshore theory book
Practice Almanac
Practice Charts
Tea and Coffee

Maximum teaching ratio – 6:1

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

Course Price £425 5 Days Per Person

The RYA Day Skipper Shore based course will give you a comprehensive knowledge of seamanship, navigation and meteorology. The course is suitable for sailors and motor boaters. By the end of this course you should be competent enough to theoretically navigate around familiar waters by day. No previous experience is required however any practical knowledge you have is helpful. The course is taught over 40 hours with two exam papers.

The course covers the basics of inshore and coastal navigation, position fixing, chart work, planning, collision regulations, lights and buoyage, safety at sea, electronic navigation and pilotage.

What’s included?

You will be coached over the RYA Day Skipper theory syllabus by one of our experienced RYA instructors.
Day Skipper shore based theory notes
Practice Almanac
Practice Charts
Tea and Coffee

Maximum teaching ratio – 6:1

COURSE DATES
We run Day Skipper Theory courses at least every three months but for groups we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £330 Per Person

Also known as the Powerboat Day Cruising Course the course is aimed at those who have boated a season or more, probably already have Level 2 and want to learn more about coastal cruising. It focuses on navigation  and passage planning.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Candidates should be competent to the standard of Level 2 (including the coastal endorsement). Whilst the course does include time on developing your boat handling we will not have time to develop basic techniques. It is recommended that attendees acquire a First Aid certificate and VHF Operators Certificate either before or after attending the course.

MINIMUM AGE
16. Children over 16 (and under 18) can attend a normal course at any time but we must have the parent/guardian’s specific permission  – please call to discuss.

COURSE DATES
We run Intermediate courses on our boats at least every month but for groups of 2 or 3 we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £340 Per Person

Aimed at experienced leisure boaters and those seeking to work commercially. The Advanced Course can be followed by the Advanced Examination. This course addresses areas such as night navigation, rough water handling and search patterns – a great course!

COURSE DURATION
2 days. We start at 9am on day one and will finish about 3 – 4 hours after it gets dark. On day two we start at 10am and typically finish between 4 and 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE
The course assumes you can handle a powerboat very well as it is about developing your skills rather than starting them! It also assumes you understand navigation to the level of Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Theory (although you don’t actually need the qualification). We would always suggest that we have a chat with you about your experience before you book the course to ensure that this is the best course for you

MINIMUM AGE
17

COURSE DATES
We run Advanced courses on our boats at least every two months but for groups of 2 or 3 we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £340 Per Person

Aimed at experienced leisure boaters and those seeking to work commercially. The Advanced Course can be followed by the Advanced Examination. This course addresses areas such as night navigation, rough water handling and search patterns – a great course!

COURSE DURATION
2 days. We start at 9am on day one and will finish about 3 – 4 hours after it gets dark. On day two we start at 10am and typically finish between 4 and 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE
The course assumes you can handle a powerboat very well as it is about developing your skills rather than starting them! It also assumes you understand navigation to the level of Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Theory (although you don’t actually need the qualification). We would always suggest that we have a chat with you about your experience before you book the course to ensure that this is the best course for you

MINIMUM AGE
17

COURSE DATES
We run Advanced courses on our boats at least every two months but for groups of 2 or 3 we are always happy to schedule dates to suit your diary. If you are a commercial or government organisation, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.

Course Price £310 Per Person

This is the most popular course that we teach. This course suits those new to boating who want to develop the base skills as well as those who have boated for a while but who want to ensure they are approaching their boating the right way.

Course DURATION
2 days from 9am to 5pm.

INSTRUCTOR – STUDENT RATIO
Maxiumum 3 students to 1 Instructor. You often will find that you learn as much from watching another student execute a manoeuvre as you do from doing it yourself.

MINIMUM AGE
We are generally happy for a child over 12 to attend a course with their 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.

COURSE DATES
We run these courses throughout the year on weekdays and weekends. However if you are a commercial or government organisation or a group of people, then we can organise a course to suit you.

NOTE: course requires minimum numbers to run, if these are not met the course will be rescheduled and we will either move you to another course or refund you.