Customer Reviews
RYA Powerboat level 2
Shamrock Quay
Excellent two days training with Bryan, thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Exceptionally good kit, venue and tuition. Cannot wait to come back to do the intermediate.
18/05/2025
RYA Powerboat Level 2
Shamrock Quay
Excellent course with great equipment and facilities. Instructor Bryan was very knowledgeable and experienced and provided a targeted but relaxed learning experience., Highly recommended.
16/05/2025
PB2
What a fantastic course. Brian was fab, really engaging, relaxed and helpful. Would really recommend using Solent Boat Training. The boat and equipment were great also.
16/05/2025
Sail Trim
Southampton Water
Solent Boat Training is conveniently located at Shamrock Quay and has plenty of parking for day and week-long courses. The level of instruction is excellent: I did my Comp Crew and my Day Skipper with them. As well as my VHF training. And I’ve also enjoyed Marina skills, mile-building and most recently (April), a refresher on Sail Trim. Our instructor Dom was brilliant. Incredibly patient, highly knowledgable, fun and a great skipper. I learnt so much from him that day: from watching the direction of flotsam to better reefing skills. Excellent training company with superb staff who have a passion for sailing, and are excellent instructors. Highly recommended!
12/05/2025
Power boat level 2
Southampton
I recently completed a 2 day course with Solent Boat Training and had an excellent experience from start to finish. The instructor Dan was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, making the learning process both informative and enjoyable. The boats and facilities were well-maintained, and the location offered ideal conditions for practical training. What stood out the most was the way Dan explained things and made sure we all enjoyed ourselves while still leaening the skills needed. All i can say is whether you’re a beginner or brushing up on skills, the instructor ensures you feel confident on the water. I would highly recommend Solent Boat Training to anyone looking to develop their boating skills.
08/05/2025
2 Day Mile Builder
Solent
Thoroughly enjoyed it and Dom taught a great deal, as all three of us progress towards Day Skipper.
07/05/2025
Comp crew
SBT, Southampton
A great 5-day course, led by a very capable and patient instructor, Matt, who was more than willing to take the time to explain the "why" as well as the "what" and "how". I felt I learned an awful lot in a relatively short time and am enthusiastic to move to the next stage as soon as time allows. All the kit was provided and high quality (some training organisations charge extra for hire of waterproofs!), the instruction was comprehensive and highly enjoyable and safety was the major theme throughout - "slow is pro". Couldn't ask for a more helpful and professional organisation. Highly recommended.
06/05/2025
Petrol Outboard Engine Maintenance
Southampton
A fantastic days training on outboard engines. Very well put together course and our instructor Sean was outstanding and extremely knowledgeable.
06/05/2025
Day skipper sail
Shamrock quay
Great course and couldn’t of had a better instructor made the course very pleasant and informative thank you
05/05/2025
2 day mile builder
Southampton to Yarmouth
An amazing 2 days mile builder sailing with instructor Magnus, for my husband and I (day skipper) and my 13 year old son (comp crew). Magnus was a fantastic instructor getting absolutely the perfect balance between relaxed and fun weekend sailing and absolutely on it with the safety and ensuing we were learning and improving. Thank you for how brilliant you were with my 13 year old in enabling him to thrive and show his true potential. Look forward to doing it again.
05/05/2025
Day Skipper Practical
SBT Southampton
An excellent on-board course for five days doing Day Skipper plus two doing Comp Crew. Leo - you're a star - really informative, great fun and challenging - and all of us got on so well. Thank you - could not recommend this highly enough!
02/05/2025
Day Skipper Practical
Southampron
Had a brilliant time on the 4 day practical day skipper course, made new friends and topped up my skills, knowledge and confidence of handling a boat and being part of a crew. Many thanks to Rob our instructor who was very professional and friendly throughout.
01/05/2025
RYA Powerboat Course
Southampton
What a fantastic 2 day course with Roy. I never once felt intimidated to ask questions and really put me at ease. His knowledge and easy going way made this course exceptionally enjoyable. 2 full on full days on the water to the last minute - taking us through the lock, filling up with petrol and cruising round the marina on top of the tutorial. Every single minute was just perfect. I passed! Thanks Roy!
29/04/2025
Powerboat Level 2
Southampton
Great experience. The theory and practical assignments were spot on. Matt was an excellent instructor: took the time to answer any questions fully, created a nice atmosphere in the group and had a clear structure for the various days in mind to cover all topics in sufficient detail. I highly recommend Solent Boat Training!
23/04/2025
RYA Competent Crew
London
I'd like to thank SBT especially our coach and crew for the training, support and great delivery of the course. Looking forward to proceeding through the training with SBT.
22/04/2025
Power Boat Refresher
Shamrock Quay
A great day practicing coming along side in challenging conditions of wind and tide. Dom is an excellent and patient instructor
22/04/2025
First Aid at Sea
SBT Shamrock Quay
This was my 4th course with SBT which I think speaks volumes about the value for money of their training. Sure enough Sean proved to be a most knowledgeable instructor who made the topic very understandable with a common sense approach. I came on the course because my previous certificate had expired and I thought I knew the subject but Sean was able to articulate the topics in a very relaxed manner and made the light bulb come on for me. It didn’t feel like I’d spent a whole day sat on my backside as we had plenty of practical exercises. I highly recommend SBT if you need a First Aid at Sea certificate.
21/04/2025
Helmsman Course
Shamrock Quay - Southampton
I have just completed the Two-Day RYA Helmsman’s Course with SBT. Excellent two-day course with plenty of hands-on training and experience on a twin-engined boat. Paul the instructor was very informative and patient and the course was both a really good learning experience and fun. Would definitely recommend the course.
21/04/2025
Power boat level 2
Solent Boat centre
Great team, expertly put on course, got everything i wanted and more out of the two days, blessed with the weather and Roy was the man for the two days to get us all up to speed in a real world approach to boating.
16/04/2025
Mileage Builder
Shropshire
A great 2 days. Debs our instructor was great company. Not only was she excellent at giving us practical tips and increasing or knowledge and confidence, but her experience in racing also was very useful. We had a range of experience amongst us, but she treated us all fairly and gave us equal time to have a go at things. I thoroughly recommend the course and highly recommend it.
08/04/2025
Mile builder
Shropshire
My third course and yet again a great experience and I learned lots. Debs was very patient and so knowledgeable. I’m back again in June for my day skipper.
07/04/2025
Weekend Mile Builder
Solent and Southampton
Debs was our instructor and she was fantastic. Listening and working with our experiences and ensuring we all had opportunities to practice and develop. The best hints and tips that suddenly made everything feel more natural in the water. A great night in Lymington!! Awesome and we’ll be back!!
07/04/2025
Competent Crew practical
Southampton
A brilliant week on the Solent with our instructor Matt. Learnt so much over the five days and was fortunate to meet the three other members of the crew. We quickly formed an effective team which combined with some strong winds and great conditions leaves me feeling more confident and excited for the next steps to day skipper. Thanks for a great week!
07/04/2025
Day Skipper Practical
Southampton
Excellent 5-day Day Skipper course with Matt. He was an excellent mentor and knew how to get the best out of myself and the other crew on their respective courses. This company will nurture your strengths and build you up where you may fall short - I cannot recommend them enough!
06/04/2025
Powerboat 2
Southampton
Brilliant 2-day training course with Mark; very practical-based course with lots of time on the water with excellent instruction, clear communication and explanation, and always encouraged to ask questions. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and would highly recommend to others.
03/04/2025
