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Had a great time on my Competent Crew course with Tim, and will be booking many other courses including Mile Builders and Day Skipper soon!

I've done powerboat level 3 with solent boat training and one of the best teachers ever met in my life. Bryan Pummel has the passion for teaching and sharing his knowledge and experience, I enjoyed the 2 days course thank you very much and I will book soon the powerboat advanced.

Took PB2 with Alex and PB3 with Brian, both exceptional instructors.

Brilliant course. Highly recommend

I’ve just completed my PB2 with Solent Boat Training and had a genuinely great experience. My instructor Bryan was brilliant. You can tell he’s really passionate about what he does and not just teaching to tick boxes. He took time to explain things properly and often went beyond the syllabus, which actually made a big difference to my confidence on the water. The whole two days felt relaxed but really well structured, and I came away feeling like I’d learned a lot rather than just passed a course. I’d 100% recommend Solent Boat Training, especially if you are lucky enough to get Bryan as your instructor :)

Firstly, if I could rate this higher than 5* I would! I completed my RYA Powerboat Level 2 last week with Alex at Solent Boat Training and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. From the start it was clear that he knows his subject inside out and genuinely cares about teaching it properly, not just getting you through the syllabus. The classroom sessions were in depth and genuinely engaging. Alex went far beyond the basics, covering safety, navigation, collision regulations, weather, tides and real-life scenarios in a way that was easy to understand and remember. He didn’t just talk at us – he explained concepts clearly, used practical examples, and always checked that everyone was following before moving on. No question was too small and he was happy to revisit topics to make sure they really sank in. On the water, his instruction was absolutely professional at all times. Briefings were clear and structured, with a strong focus on safety while still keeping things calm and controlled. His coaching during slow-speed manoeuvres, close-quarters handling, berthing and man-overboard drills was precise and constructive, and his feedback was always specific so you knew exactly how to improve. You can tell he has a huge amount of real marine experience, and that confidence transfers straight to you at the helm. What really stood out, though, was Alex’s character. He’s fun, enthusiastic and has a great way of keeping the atmosphere relaxed and enjoyable without ever losing that professional edge. His passion for boating and the marine environment comes across constantly in the way he teaches, and it makes the whole course not just informative, but genuinely inspiring. I would highly recommend Solent Boat Training, and in particular Alex, to anyone considering their Powerboat Level 2. You’ll get thorough, in-depth training, a huge amount of practical knowledge, and a really enjoyable couple of days on the water. An easy five stars from me. Maz.

Completed my power boat level 2 with Alex. Fantastic instructor, very knowledgeable and a great energy! Thoroughly enjoyed the two days and looking forward to more courses.

Amazing five days on the Solent completing my Day Skipper Practical with SBT. A great company with amazing instructor (Bella), learning how to sail and manage a boat in one of busiest tidal waters in the world. You will come away with a bucket load of confidence to skipper your own boat.. Top marks SBT.. I will be back ⛵ PS I also had a great crew ????

I completed the 5 day Competent Crew with Bella. Really great experience and I learned a lot. The instruction by Bella was excellent and I would recommend SBT to others