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The RYA Helmsman’s Practical course is designed to build confidence and competence in handling motorboats. Participants learn essential skills such as mooring, anchoring, and maneuvering in tight spaces. The course also covers basic engine checks, safety procedures, and collision regulations. Delivered in a hands-on format, this program is ideal for ...see more
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Helmsman's Practical
Course Overview
The RYA Helmsman’s Practical course is designed to build confidence and competence in handling motorboats. Participants learn essential skills such as mooring, anchoring, and maneuvering in tight spaces. The course also covers basic engine checks, safety procedures, and collision regulations. Delivered in a hands-on format, this program is ideal for those new to motor cruising or seeking to improve their skills at the helm.
Fundamentals
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Course Content |
Boat preparation, boat handling, securing to a buoy, berthing alongside, man overboard, types of craft, engines and drives, engine operation and maintenance, safety and seamanship, rules of the road. |
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Minimum Age |
12 |
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Minimum Duration |
2 days |
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Certificate Issuing Criteria |
Demonstrate competence in handling a motor cruiser of a specific type in sheltered waters. |
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Course Format |
Places running this course
A warm welcome to Portugal Sail and Power Based in Vilamoura Marina on the Algarve, Portugal, we provide all types of training for owners and users of Powerboats, Motorboats and Sailing Yachts. Whether you are looking for an RYA Course, own boat tuition or just a few hours on the ... read more
Quarteira, Faro District, Portugal
: 09:00 - 17:00
Mon
09:00 - 17:00
Tue
09:00 - 17:00
Wed
09:00 - 17:00
Thu
09:00 - 17:00
Fri
09:00 - 17:00
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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