Powerboat Instructor Skills Assessment
RYA Powerboat Instructor Skills Assessment Summary
From £99 In Southampton
Course Duration: Half Day - 9am to 12:30pm or 1:30pm to 5pm approx.
Course Cost: From £99
Course Location: Shamrock Quay, Southampton
Joining Instructions: Download Here
Recommended Reading: RYA Start Powerboating G48 & Syllabus & Logbook G20
Course Prerequisite & Age: Minimum Age 16 Years
Under 18's Must Have their Booking Form Countersigned by a Parent or Guardian on arrival.
£99.00
The RYA Powerboat Instructors Skills Assessment is a half day pre-entry requirement prior to attending the RYA Powerboat Instructors Course.
A RYA Trainer will assess a candidate's powerboat handling skills and theoretical knowledge to ensure they meet the required standard to attend the Powerboat Instructors course, where successful candidates can teach the Powerboat Level 2 course.
Practical Skills:
Boat Handling: Demonstrate control at various speeds, whilst undertaking manoeuvres within close quarters, turning and berthing.
- Navigation: Utilize charts, compasses and other navigation tools to follow planned routes.
Safety & Regulations: Show understanding of essential boating safety practices, including Rules of the Road (COLREGS) and emergency procedures.
Man Overboard: Perform Safe & Effective approach and recovery of a person overboard.
Theoretical Skills:
Basic Navigation: Understanding of charts, tides, buoyage and basic collision regulations.
Boat Knowledge: Understanding of boat systems, engine operation and safety equipment required.
