Description

Direct Assessment of an experienced powerboat helm – run over a half day by an RYA Powerboat Instructor.  The candidate should have the equivalent of at least one full season’s powerboat handling experience.  The candidate must complete a series of practical exercises set by the instructor demonstrating their ability to perform the powerboat handling exercises contained within the RYA Powerboat Handling Level 2 course and demonstrate an understanding of the theory elements of that course.

The minimum age for participants is 12 years old.  Certificates awarded for those aged 12-16 will be endorsed to the effect that they should only drive a powerboat under the supervision of a responsible adult. The price of the course includes – RYA Powerboat Logbook, RYA Start Powerboating book and upon successful course completion the Level 2 Certificate.

The assessment covers:

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

Participants should bring waterproof clothing and non-slip footwear, together with a Personal Flotation Device (either buoyancy aid or lifejacket), if you do not have a PFD one can be provided

For full details, see the RYA syllabus here.

For queries, please get in touch with our Training Principal Nigel Fletcher.