RYA Powerboat Instructor Course (Invitation Only FULLY BOOKED) » Day 1 of 3

This event is part of the RYA Powerboat Instructor Course (Invitation Only FULLY BOOKED) group.
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NB please only book this course if you have prior agreement from the Notts County SC training team. This course is now FULLY BOOKED. A £50 admin fee will be charged for any unauthorised bookings requiring refunding. If you are not sure if you have a place reserved, please email training@ncsc.org.uk.

Course overview

The RYA Powerboat Instructor course trains you in the various techniques and teaching methods required to instruct the RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating and RYA Level 2 Powerboat Handling syllabus and is run by an RYA Powerboat Trainer. Participants will practise running a number of sessions to develop personal skills and teaching ability.

Price

Members £ FREE, Non-members £250, Students £150

Course pre-requisites

Candidates must attend a skills assessment prior to their instructor training course.

First aid certificate
RYA Powerboat Level 2
Health declaration form or medical questionnaire

Experience

Five seasons experience of powerboating logged (preferably in range of boat types and sizes) OR one season for those who use powerboats as an integral part of their normal full-time occupation.

Course duration

3 days or equivalent number of sessions, plus additional 1 day pre-assessment

Minimum age

16

Qualification gained on successful completion

RYA Powerboat Instructor

Ability to teach up to and including Powerboat Level 2 under the supervision of the Principal or Chief Instructor. If you hold the Safety Boat Certificate, you may also teach the RYA Safety Boat Course.

Format

Predominantly practical but with some classroom elements.

Student / instructor ratio

3:1

What's included

Use of boats, equipment.
Types of boats used: "planing" boats, i.e. RIBS, Pioneers and Rigiflex i.e. boats that lift up and move across, rather than through the water when at speed, and powered by outboard engines.

Exam fees and certificates.

What you should bring

Depending on the time of year, the Galley may be open for the purchase of breakfast, lunch and hot and cold drinks. If it will not be, you will be advised in advance so that you can bring your own food. Hot water will always be available.

Passport sized photograph.

Kit list

• Correct seasonal clothing e.g. layers.
• Buoyancy aid of correct specification e.g. adult 50N (one will be provided if you do not have your own)
• Appropriate enclosed footwear
• Additional warm clothing
• Waterproof outer spray top or coat
• Swimming costume and towel
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Appropriate hat for the weather
• Gloves for warmth is required
• Change(s) of clothing

Last updated 7:36am on 27 November 2024