RYA Intermediate Powerboat

The aim of the intermediate course is to teach Powerboating skills and techniques to help students complete short coastal passages in daylight. It is helpful if students have some background in navigation, though we will teach coastal and tidal navigation. We recommend that students hold a valid first aid certificate and VHF radio operator's certificate. The highlight of the course will be a coastal passage where students are responsible for planning the passage, navigation and driving the boat, all under the guidance of an expert instructor.

Course Structure

•Planning a day cruise

•Collision regulations and meteorology

•GPS and electronic navigation

•Boat preparation and handling

•Pilotage and passage making

•Tidal and coastal navigation