RYA SCHEME:
Powerboat

Powerboat Advanced

The RYA Powerboat Advanced course is designed for experienced powerboaters operating in challenging conditions, including night navigation. Participants learn advanced passage planning, navigation, and high-speed handling in adverse weather. The course emphasizes safety, decision-making, and the use of radar and electronic aids. By the end, participants will have the confidence ...see more
Course

Course Overview

The RYA Powerboat Advanced course is designed for experienced powerboaters operating in challenging conditions, including night navigation. Participants learn advanced passage planning, navigation, and high-speed handling in adverse weather. The course emphasizes safety, decision-making, and the use of radar and electronic aids. By the end, participants will have the confidence to operate powerboats independently in demanding environments.
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Fundamentals

Course Content

Preparation for sea, boat handling, passage making and responsibility as skipper, pilotage, meteorology, rules of the road, use of engines, emergencies, and night cruising.

  • Preparation for sea
  • Boat handling
  • Passage making and responsibility as skipper
  • Pilotage
  • Meteorology
  • Rules of the road
  • Use of engines
  • Emergency situations
  • Night cruising

Minimum Age
17

Minimum Duration
2 days including at least 1 night navigation exercise

Certificate Issuing Criteria

Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute coastal trips and return to a familiar port by night.

Course Format
Afloat

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