RYA Powerboat Level 2

This two-day course provides the skills and theory required for driving a powerboat (of less than 10m) or tender. It focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, high-speed manoeuvers and collision regulations. A one-day course may apply for more experienced powerboat drivers.

Pre-course requirements

Minimum age 12

Candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an endorsed certificate

No pre-course experience or assumed knowledge required

May be preceded by Level 1

Recommended reading

RYA Start Power boating by Jon Mendez

RYA Powerboat handbook by Paul Glatzel (G13)

RYA Powerboat Scheme and Logbook (G20)

Bring with you on the day

Waterproof clothing

Sunscreen

Two photos with name and signature on reverse

Note life jackets will be provided but feel free to bring your own

Course Details

Duration: 2 days

Daily start and finish time: 09.00 – 17.00hrs

Location: Variable

Course syllabus

Launching and recovery

Safety equipment

Lines and fenders

Fuel tanks

Effects of current or tide

Planing and low speed manoeuvring

Propeller controls

Securing to a buoy

Anchoring

Leaving and coming alongside

Man overboard

Types of craft and engine

Maintenance checks

IRPCS

Weather forecasts

Emergency action

Cost: €299 (2 day course) or €249 shorter course

Includes fuel, photo-card licence and Start Powerboating book included in course fees

Deposit: €100 (secures place but can be changed to another date)

Certification

The Powerboat Level 2 Certificate is awarded on successful completion of the course

Post Course

After the course you should be a self-sufficient power-boater on open planning craft up to 10m in the right conditions, aware of your own limitations and those of the craft. At the end of a successful course you may also be eligible for an International Certificate of Competence (ICC).

Note: if you are taking this course and intend to apply for an ICC, a coastal Powerboat Level 2 course will allow you to apply for a coastal ICC for Power up to 10m. The inland Powerboat Level 2 course will allow you to apply for an inland ICC for Power up to 10m, providing you have also successfully passed a CEVNI test. For more information and to check the eligibility criteria please refer to the ICC application form.