Course and qualification

RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating

RYA schemes:PowerboatRYA
Age:Minimum age8 and over
Level:Beginner
Setting:Afloat

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What to know about RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating

Which schemes include it?
Powerboat, RYA.
How is it taught?
Afloat.
Who is it for?
Minimum age: 8
Where can I take it?
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About this course

The one-day RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating course is a fantastic practical introduction to boat handling and safety in powerboats. Covering launch and recovery, preparing the boat and crew, boat handling, picking up and securing to a buoy, leaving and coming alongside. No previous experience is required and at the end of the day, you should be comfortable helming under supervision.

Course fundamentals

Minimum ageMinimum age: 8
Duration1 day
Course contentLaunch and recovery (8-11 year olds to observe); Preparation of boat and crew; Boat handling; Picking up and securing to a mooring buoy; Leaving and coming alongside; Man overboard (theory)
Certificate or qualificationThe appropriate RYA course completion certificate is awarded following successful completion of the course and its prescribed assessment.
Award typeCourse completion certificate
Separate assessmentNot required

Prerequisites

Entry requirement

None

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Training providers

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Oceanpro

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Oceanpro

Explore Oceanpro, a Training & Teaching listing in Beaulieu sur Mer, France.

Beaulieu sur Mer, France

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