RYA Powerboat Level 2

The basic skills and knowledge needed to drive a powerboat.
  • 2 days (16 hours min.) training using our high specification R.I.B.s
  • On-site at Preston Marina
  • Part of course takes place on a tidal river – giving candidates real experience of boat handling on tidal/coastal conditions.
  • Qualification entitles bearer to I.C.C. for power craft up to 10m
  • Maximum 3:1 Student:Instructor ratio.
  • Includes RYA G48 “Start Powerboating” handbook.

This two-day entry level course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence.

It focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations.

The courses uses our 5.5m Humber R.I.B. “Kia Ora” with 115hp 4 stroke outboard motor.

Part of the course takes place on the River Ribble – giving candidates real experience of boat handling in tidal/coastal conditions.

  • Assumed knowledge: None.
  • Minimum duration: 2 days (16 hours)
  • Minimum age 18 (12 if accompanied by parent or guardian)

Course content

Boat handling, learn about the different types and basic systems of motor boats, boating safety and the equipment used, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, man overboard, an overview of launching and recovery, the essential anti-collision regulations, basic navigation, tidal and weather awareness and basic passage planning.

Ability after the course.

Self-sufficient power-boater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft.

Please note – The Powerboat Level 2 Powerboat Handling course will allow you to apply for an ICC for Power up to 10m. If you wish to use the Europrean Inland Waterways Network you will need your ICC to carry the CEVNI endorsement – which can be taken by separate online assessment.

The RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship Course is an excellent compliment to this qualification

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course dates

Powerboat Level 2 scheduled courses run from March to October, when suitable tides allow.

(Two day course – times 09:30 – 17:30 both days unless stated)

Course dates for 2024;

March 2024

30th & 31st (Sat & Sun) (COURSE FULL)

April 2024

11th & 12th (Thurs & Fri) (COURSE FULL)

13th & 14th (Sat & Sun. 10.00 to 18.00 on Sunday) (COURSE FULL)

27th & 28th (Sat & Sun) (COURSE FULL)

May 2024

9th & 10th (Thurs & Fri) (COURSE FULL)

23 & 24th (Thurs & Fri) (COURSE FULL)

25th & 26th (Sat & Sun) (COURSE FULL)

June 2024

6th & 7th (Thurs & Fri) (ONE PLACE LEFT)

8th & 9th (Sat & Sun)

22nd & 23rd (Sat & Sun)

July 2024

4th & 5th (Thurs & Fri)

6th & 7th (Sat & Sun)

11th & 12th (Thurs & Fri. 10.30 – 18.30 on Friday)

20th & 21st (Sat & Sun)

August 2024

1st & 2nd (Thurs & Fri)

8th & 9th (Thurs & Fri) (ONE PLACE LEFT)

10th & 11th (Sat & Sun. 10.30 – 18.30 on Sunday)

24th & 25th (Sat & Sun. 10.30 – 18.30 om Sunday)

September 2024

5th & 6th (Thurs & Fri)

7th & 8th (Sat & Sun)

28th & 29th (Sat & Sun. 08.30 – 16.30 on Sunday)

October 2024

3rd & 4th (Thurs & Fri)

5th & 6th Sat & Sun)

To book this course

Call 01772733595 or email training@prestonmarina.co.uk

RYA Powerboat Level 2 – Course cost;

1 PERSON (Single booking) £315

2 PEOPLE (Double Booking or multiples of two) £295 per person

3 PEOPLE (Triple Booking or multiples of three) £285 per person

Powerboat Level 2 refreshers

Powerboat Level 2 Refresher Courses now available – see here for details.