Motor Cruising
RYA Motor Cruising Courses include courses such as the RYA Dayskipper Practical course and the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore preparation courses and examinations.
The courses run can either be RYA courses such as RYA Dayskipper Practical or the new RYA Advanced Pilotage course or can be a totally bespoke course focussed on your particular training need. The various courses that we run are listed below.
If you are not sure which course will best suit your needs or whether courses from the RYA Powerboat scheme or the RYA Motor Cruising scheme are suited to your craft just call/email and we’ll be happy to chat through things.
Dayskipper Practical – on our boats
A great course that suits both those starting out motorboating or those have been at it a while. Lasting 4 days the course focusses on developing your ability to confidently handle the vessel whilst also spending time on navigation and making a short coastal passage.
Dayskipper Practical – on your boat
The same syllabus as if run on our motor cruiser but with the benefit of it being totally focussed on your craft, its particular handling traits and the electronic and domestic systems that you have on board. Can be combined with Start Motor Cruising or Helmsman’s course to get those not ready for the full Dayskipper course some training too.
Mileage building trips to Alderney
Join our motor cruiser ‘True Blue’ a Rodman 1250 with twin 430Hp Volvo Penta engines on passage to Alderney and back. The passage is over 70 miles each way so can qualify as two of your 60 mile passages for those seeking to progress towards Yachtmaster Offshore or alternatively it’s just great experience!
Development days on our motor cruiser
A ‘Development Day’ on our motor cruiser can be a great way to build on your existing level of experience. The day can be booked by a group or just you and what we do is up to you, we could mix some close quarter handling in with a short passage or even just anchor up and focus on lunch.
International Certificate of Competence – ‘ICC’ (up to 24m)
An ICC is usually essential if you are considering taking your own boat abroad or chartering one when overseas. The ICC can be obtained either using a relevant RYA qualification or through an ‘ICC test’.
Motor Cruising – tailored training on your boat
Training on your boat can the form of either a RYA course or often just focusses on the subjects that you want to cover. Read about the various options for training on your boat.
Yachtmaster Offshore Prep Course & Exam
The top level commercial and leisure qualification for boaters seeking to helm craft up to 24m/200 tonnes. Run on our craft or on your own vessel.
Yachtmaster Coastal Prep Course & Exam
The entry level Certificate of Competence exam in the Yachtmaster scheme for boaters seeking to helm craft commercially up to 24m. Run on our craft or on your own vessel.
Helmsman – on our boats
A great 2 day course to introduce you to motor cruising and undertaking short inshore trips such as through a harbour or down river to the local beach. Time is focussed on developing the core slow speed handling skills and good ‘seamanship’ skills.
Helmsman – on your boat
If run on your own boat the Helmsman’s course is a great way to learn about your craft and understand how to make trips close to your home marina.
Start Motor Cruising
Start Motor Cruising is a new course aimed at those seeking a day afloat to get a feel for boating on a motor cruiser or for those keen for children to learn how to be an effective crew member.
Cruising Instructor
Got a passion for motorboating and want to share that passion – why not become a RYA Motor Cruising Instructor? As a commercially endorsed YM Offshore you can take this 4 day course on our boats or with a specifically arranged private course.
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Where to find us...
Powerboat Training UK Ltd, The Slipway, Cobbs Quay Marina, Poole, Dorset, BH15 4EL
T: 01202 686666 E: [email protected]
Aquasafe Powerboat School, Lymington Yacht Haven, Kings Saltern Road, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 3QD
T: 01590 678809 E: [email protected]
Marine Education, Port of Poole Marina, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HJ
T: 01202 406066 E: [email protected]
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