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Training
RYA Powerboat 2 course
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.
Assumed knowledge None. May be preceded by Level 1
Course content
Launching and recovery, boat handling, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, man overboard
Ability after the course Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft
RYA Safetyboat course
This two-day course provides the skills required when acting as an escort craft, safety boat or coach boat for a fleet of dinghies, windsurfers or canoes, or for racing or training activities.
Candidates should have logged at least two seasons' experience of powerboating. Basic understanding of sailing boats. RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate must be held prior to this course. Minimum age 16
Preparation, boat handling, dinghy rescue, kayak or canoe rescue (can be covered as theory), towing, end-of-day procedures, safety, suitability of craft, local factors, communication, rescuing other water users.
Date: 1st & 2nd September 2012
Cost: £100 to RVYC members
£200 to Non members
Availability: 12 places.
Download a booking form and return to the club sailing manager
Date: 19th & 26th May 2012
Cost: £100 to RVYC members
£200 to Non members
Availability: 12 places.
Download a booking form and return to the club sailing manager
Date: 15th & 29th September 2012
Cost: £100 to RVYC members
£200 to Non members
Availability: 12 places.
Download a booking form and return to the club sailing manager
We will be holding a course for prospective club race officers and those wishing to refresh their knowledge.
The dates are the 31st March and 28th April, 09.30 to 17.00
Both are Saturdays and limited to a group of 8 people each day.
The course will cover the RYA race management manual and RVYC local information with an RYA certificate at the end of the course.
Cost is £15, to apply for a place please complete the attached form and return to the club sailing manager.
Date: Saturday 31st March or 28th April
Cost: £15 to RVYC members
Availability: 8 places.
Download a booking form and return to the club sailing manager