Courses
Below is a list of our RYA Tidal courses
together with some information regarding their content and suitability.
If you have any questions regarding these courses please feel free
to call us. We have a flexible approach to our courses and will
always try our best to meet your specific training requirements.
We also provide own boat tuition for many of these courses.
Our Practical courses will have a maximum of five students per course
to allow plenty of hands on experience for everyone. We schedule
our courses to allow "follow on" packages where for example
you could follow up a day skipper with a VHF course, or even combine
the practical courses with a follow up theory course and get your
certification completed in one go! We aim to ensure effective learning
with maximum enjoyment, after all, that's why most people get into
boating in the first place!
International Certificate of Competence
(ICC)
The ICC is a legal requirement for UK boaters who
wish to skipper their British Registered motor cruisers abroad.
It consists of a formal assessment by one of our instructors to
ensure that applicants reach the minimum standard required. For
those with little or no experience of boating, we recommend a minimum
3 day course which covers all the requirements of the certificate
and includes the assessment itself. For those with previous experience
of boating who feel that they already have the necessary skills
and knowledge, we can offer a one day refresher and assessment.
If you are unsure which course would suit your needs, please discuss
it with us at the time of booking. It is worth considering that
the ICC assessment is included within the Day Skipper Practical
Course. For those wishing to progress through the RYA Motor Cruising
Scheme, this may be a more cost effective and comprehensive approach
to obtaining the certificate.
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POWER BOAT LEVEL 1
This course is an introduction to boating techniques for launching and recovering a boat from a road trailer, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment.
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Powerboat Level 1 |
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| Pre-course experience |
None |
| Assumed Knowledge |
None |
| Course content |
Launching and preparing a boat, basic boat handling and returning to shore, background theory |
| Ability after course |
Able to drive under supervision |
| Minimum duration |
1 day |
| Minimum age |
8. Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an endorsed certificate |
POWER BOAT LEVEL 2
This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It includes Close quarters handling, high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery and collision regulations. The course can be taken inland or on the coast and your certificate will be endorsed accordingly.
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Powerboat Level 2 |
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| Pre-course experience |
None. May be preceded by Level 1 |
| Assumed Knowledge |
None |
| Course content |
All you need to know for self-sufficient poweboating at a basic level. Course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery plus all the boat driving skills required for basic competence in a powerboat |
| Ability after course |
Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions: aware of own limitations and those of craft |
| Minimum duration |
2 days |
| Minimum age |
12. Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued an endorsed certificate |
Helmsman Practical Course
This two day course covers basic boat handling,
engine checks and safety. Ideal for the new owner who is conscious
of the difficulty and potential hazards of boat handling in the
marina.
| Course
Type: |
MOTOR
CRUISING - Adult Course |
| Suggested
Experience: |
Some practical
experience desirable |
| Assumed
Knowledge: |
None |
| Course
Content: |
Safety,
helmsmanship, handling, engine maintenance |
| Ability
After Course: |
Competent
to handle motor cruiser of specific type in sheltered waters |
| Minimum
Duration: |
2 Days |
Day Skipper
Practical Motor Cruising Course - Tidal
This practical course gives you
a chance to take charge on short passages under instruction with
plenty of advice and help from the instructor. Designed for tidal
waters.
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Course
Type: |
MOTOR CRUISING
- Adult Course |
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Suggested
Experience: |
2 days on Motor Cruiser |
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Assumed
Knowledge: |
Basic navigation and helmsmanship |
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Course
Content: |
Pilotage, boat handling,
seamanship and navigation |
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Ability
After Course: |
Can skipper a motor cruiser
in familiar waters by day |
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Minimum
Duration: |
4 Days, or two weekends |
Coastal Skipper
Practical Motor Cruising Course - Tidal
The more ambitious motor cruising
skipper can improve his/her skills on a Coastal Skipper Course.
The course consists of skippered passages by each of the trainees
in a whole variety of situations. Designed for tidal waters.
| Course
Type: |
MOTOR CRUISING
- Adult Course |
| Suggested
Experience: |
15 days - 2 days as skipper,
300 miles, 8 nights |
| Assumed
Knowledge: |
Navigation to Coastal Skipper
shore based standard.
Boat handling to Day Skipper Practical standard. |
| Course
Content: |
Safety, passage planning,
pilotage by day and night, boat handling and emergency situations. |
| Ability
After Course: |
Can skipper a motor cruiser
on coastal passages by day and night. |
| Minimum
Duration: |
5 Days |
Yachtmaster Offshore Motor Cruising
Practical Examination
Practical examination lasting approximately
8 to 10 hours. (see below for prep. course)
| Suggested
Experience: |
50 days, 5 as
skipper, 2500 miles, 5 passages over 60 miles inc. 2 overnight
& 2 as skipper. VHF radio operator licence or SRC. First
Aid Certificate |
| Assumed
Knowledge: |
Content of Coastal/ Yachtmaster
shore based & practical cruising courses |
| Exam
Content: |
Will be set tasks to demonstrate
their ability as skipper of an offshore motor yacht, including
questions on collision avoidance, navigation, pilotage, meteorology
and boat handling. |
| Minimum
Duration: |
8 - 12 hours for one candidate,
10 - 18 for two |
Yachtmaster Practical Examination
Preparation Course
A comprehensive refresher course
for those with sufficient sea miles, looking to take the Yachtmaster
Offshore Practical Examination. Held on one of school boats, the
course is of 5 days duration, with the examination taking place
on the 5th day.
| Suggested
Experience: |
50 days, 5 as
skipper, 2500 miles, 5 passages over 60 miles inc. 2 overnight
& 2 as skipper. VHF radio operator licence or SRC. First
Aid Certificate |
| Assumed
Knowledge: |
Content of Coastal/ Yachtmaster
shore based & practical cruising courses |
| Exam
Content: |
Will be set tasks to demonstrate
their ability as skipper of an offshore motor yacht, including
questions on collision avoidance, navigation, pilotage, meteorology
and boat handling. |
| Minimum
Duration: |
8 - 12 hours for one candidate,
10 - 18 for two |
Shore Based Courses
The shore based courses listed below are designed
to complement courses in the various RYA practical schemes. Taking
a one-day course will enable you to extend your knowledge and skills
in a specialist area and some courses, such as the Short Range Certificate
are a pre-requisite for higher qualifications such as the RYA Yachtmaster
Certificate of Competence
| Course |
Description |
Duration |
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Day Skipper Shore Based |
Beginners and crew who would like to become
actively involved in navigation should attend. The syllabus
aims would be skippers with enough knowledge to navigate around
familiar waters by day |
5 days |
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Coastal
Skipper/ Yachtmaster Offshore - Shore based |
A course for more experienced skippers which
takes them up to the theory knowledge required for coastal
Skipper and Yachtmaster Practical Examination |
5 days |
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Marine
Radio Short Range Certificate |
A one day course for the Short Range Certificate
(SRC) covers all the radio procedures |
1 day |
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Marine Electronics |
Use of GPS, Radar, Fishfinders etc. Utilising
integrated systems from Raymarine & Tsunamis |
1 day |
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