Portsmouth & Chichester Marine Training
RYA Powerboat Level 2
Southsea Marina, Fort Cumberland Road, Portsmouth. PO4 9RJ.
349 GBP (£)
Book this courseSchool Portsmouth & Chichester Marine Training
Location Southsea Marina, Fort Cumberland Road...
Duration 2 day(s)
Dates 42 dates available
Accommodation None Included
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is an entry level course designed to provide a practical introduction to powerboating. It will instill confidence, whilst piloting a powerboat safely at high speed in coastal waters. Our instructors will help you learn about various topics to help you enjoy being out on the water. On the course, you will get a chance to drive at slow and high speeds. You will learn basic manoeuvres and handling techniques to enable you to control a small boat safely in close quarters situations. You will also a get a chance to learn about and practise using normal equipment found on a boat, as well as safety equipment.
Course Structure
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course introduces a wide range of subjects to give you an overview of powerboating. This includes the use of safety equipment such as lifejackets, kill cords, fire extinguishers and flares. It practises slow speed manoeuvres such as coming alongside, picking up mooring buoys and Man Over Board. You will also be introduced to chart work and passage planning, and get to plan and execute a passage to a nearby harbour.
Useful Information
The course starts at 0800 each day and finishes approx 1630. Waterproofs are available for use if needed at no extra cost.