RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 1
RYA Powerboat Level 1 Qualification:
NEXT COURSE AVAILABILITY
No group date is scheduled at present. Level 1 runs as a private day, or tell us the dates that suit and we will publish one.
Level 1 is NZ$595 per person as a group day, minimum 2 people. A private day on our boat is NZ$1,150 and can run on any date that suits you.
Aim:
To provide a basic practical introduction to boating on the water for those with no previous experience.
The course may be conducted either on your boat or on our school boat.
It is recommended that students continue to the RYA Powerboat Level 2 qualification after completion of the RYA Powerboat Level 1 qualification.
This is not a classroom course and all teaching is done afloat on a boat. There is a maximum ratio of 3 students to one instructor which provides a great quality learning environment.
This course is flexible to your needs. Let us know if you would like to complete it with friends, family, or even ladies only and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
DURATION: 1 day
What’s included in the qualification:
Launch and recovery
Boat preparation
Safety equipment
Ropework
Basic boat handling
Basic seamanship
An introduction to wind/tide interaction
Rules of the road
By the end of this course, you should have a good basic understanding of how to safely operate a boat. It is very much about spending time on the water with an experienced instructor who can answer all your questions in addition to building your confidence.
We guarantee a great experience and a relaxed professional learning environment. So if you have ever wondered how to drive a boat or any of the tricks and techniques behind becoming a proficient, confident boat handler, this course is for you.
RYA Powerboat Level 1 is an internationally recognised qualification.
Happy Clients
“Without a doubt the finest one-day educational experience of my life.
My instructor was bloody awesome.
Professional, personable and highly qualified with many years working in Search and Rescue in the unforgiving environment of the Atlantic and North Sea oil industry.
I was an absolute novice in boating however when this tuition was over; I had gained significant confidence and practical experience in basic power boat handling which will serve me and my family well.
Thank you, thank you.”
RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2
RYA POWERBOAT Level 2 QUALIFICATION
NEXT COURSE AVAILABILITY
14-15 October: running, 3 places, NZ$950 per person
31 October to 1 November: running, 1 place left, NZ$1,000 per person
14-15 November and 28-29 November: provisional, minimum 2, NZ$1,000 per person
Running means the course is confirmed and going ahead. Provisional means it runs once 2 people book: we confirm it or move it 10 days before, and if it does not run you choose the next date, a private day, or a full refund. If none of these dates suit, any other day is available for private training on our boat at NZ$1,150 per day.
Aim:
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 qualification is designed for people who want to learn how to drive their boat like a professional.
The course may be conducted either on your boat or on our school boat.
This is not a classroom course and all teaching is done afloat on a boat. There is a maximum ratio of 3 students to one instructor which provides a great quality learning environment.
Duration: 2 days
What’s included in the Qualification:
Launch & Recovery
Turning in confined spaces
Coming alongside under a variety of situations
Good general boat handling
High-speed safety considerations
Anchoring
How to recover a Man Overboard
Emergency situations such as grounding and collisions
Theory aspects covered include:
Basic Chartwork
Tides
Collision Regulations/Rules of the road
Knots
By the end of this qualification, you should feel a lot more confident about your boat handling. You will be able to determine how to drive a boat relative to the wind and tide. You will also have a good appreciation of how to react in common emergency situations and daily operations.
RYA Powerboat Level 2 is an internationally recognised qualification.
JETSKI
Jetski (PWC) Course
NEXT COURSE AVAILABILITY
17 October: running, 4 places, NZ$950 per person
26 September: fully booked
If that date does not suit, tell us the days that work for you and we will publish another.
Up to 4 students per course. Running means the course is confirmed and going ahead. Any other day is available for private jet ski training.
This course is internationally recognised and teaches new drivers how to use their PWC or Jet Ski safely, responsibly and with confidence, ensuring they get the best out of their craft. This qualification is also required by the Superyacht industry to drive their jet skis
Course Type:
Personal Watercraft, adult and junior course
Suggested minimum pre-course experience:
None
Assumed Knowledge:
None. Minimum age 12. Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued an endorsed certificate.
Course Content:
Launching, handling and recovery skills. Passage planning and decision making.
Ability After Course:
Self-sufficient in good conditions. Aware of limitations of self and vessel.
Minimum Duration:
1 day
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