1:1 RYA Direct Assessment on your Vessel, Littlehampton

Name: 1:1 RYA Direct Assessment on your Vessel, Littlehampton
Price: 520 GBP
Availability: InStock

By Fiona

£ 520

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Certifications, Family-Friendly, Lessons & Courses

Min. age: 12

Littlehampton

Essential Info:

This is a 1:1 course.

The course runs from 9am to 5pm on the day.

Please be there at least 15 minutes before to complete the paperwork.

There are toilets and a shower on site if required.

Please see the location in the drop pin below.

https://maps.apple.com/?ll=50.804134,-0.545181&q=Dropped%20Pin&t=h

Or what3words location:

https://w3w.co/fancy.decent.flat

You can collect the course text book before the start of the course or on the day.

FOR ALL WATER BASED COURSES Please bring with you:

2 passport sized photos
lunch & snacks (hot drinks are provided)
a change of dry clothes and towel
a coat /dryrobe or something warm to put on between water sessions
Suncream/ hat/ sunglasses if it's sunny but nothing valuable as they may be lost overboard
Wetsuit or drysuit if it's cold
Wetsuit boots or old trainers that won't mind getting wet!
Wetsuit hire is £5 per day (payable on the day)

Activity Highlights:

The 1:1 Direct Assessment on your own vessel is ideal for experienced boaters who wish to gain their qualification without attending a full training course. This assessment takes place on your own boat, in familiar surroundings, and is tailored to your vessel and usual cruising area.

You will be assessed on practical boat handling, safety awareness, navigation, collision regulations, and general seamanship, low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations. The session is focused on confirming your competence rather than teaching from scratch, making it perfect for confident skippers who want to formalise their experience and gain a recognised qualification.

Your boat must meet the RYA standards, have been regularly maintained, comprehensively insured and fully functioning.

Please contact us to see if your vessel is suitable. The RYA Powerboat 2 is the qualification required to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) and is widely recognised in the UK and abroad.

The course focuses on practical boat handling and seamanship, including low-speed close-quarters manoeuvring, coming alongside, and man overboard recovery and an introduction to driving at planing speed, safe turning and boat control, along with collision regulations and basic navigation to ensure safe operation around other vessels.

Training is tailored to every individual and your vessel. Expect a supportive, relaxed environment with a strong focus on safety, seamanship, and getting you confidently out on the water.

Key Skills:

What you will learn: Powerboat Level 2

* Confident Boat Handling – Control at both low and high speeds

* Close-Quarters Manoeuvring – Precise handling in marinas and tight spaces

* Launching & Recovery – Safe launching, berthing, and coming alongside

* Man Overboard Recovery – Essential rescue techniques

* High-Speed Handling – Planning, trim, and maintaining control at speed

* Collision Avoidance – Understanding rules of the road and situational awareness

* Basic Navigation – Chart work, buoyage, and pilotage skills

* Tides & Weather Awareness – Making safe decisions on the water

* Anchoring Techniques – When and how to anchor safely

* Safety & Seamanship – Good habits for safe, responsible boating

Prerequisites:

For experienced boat owners who wish to gain their qualification without attending a full training course. This assessment takes place on your own boat, in familiar surroundings, and is tailored to your vessel and the south coast.

Please let us know if any of the following apply?

☐ Have you had evidence of Ischaemic heart disease or have undergone heart surgery?

☐ Are you liable to epileptic seizures or sudden disturbances of the state of consciousness?

☐ Do you suffer problems with heart rhythm, or have a disease of the heart or arteries?

☐ Do you have abnormal blood pressure that is not well controlled with drugs?

☐ Do you have diabetes?

☐ Have you had a stroke, or unexplained loss of consciousness?

☐ Have you had a severe head injury with continuing impairment?

☐ Do you suffer from Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis or neurological conditions?

☐ Have you got a respiratory condition e.g. asthma?

☐ Are you being treated for psychological or any mental health issues?

☐ Have you had an alcohol or drug dependency problems?

☐ Do you have profound deafness or any other impairment which affects your ability to communicate clearly on the radio/telephone?

☐ Do you have any visual impairment that would prevent you from seeing objects and hazards such as tunnel or double vision?

If you have any of the above conditions, it does not exclude you from completing the course but please ensure we are aware of any potential medical issues.

Why Choose Us:

Why Choose Seahorse Marine School

Join a friendly, 5★ rated team based in Littlehampton delivering professional RYA training in powerboating, jetski (PWC), and shore-based courses like SRC (VHF radio). With decades of combined experience on the River Arun, Seahorse offers a unique mix of real-world knowledge, local expertise, and hands-on learning.

Training is tailored to every individual—whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to build confidence and refine your skills. Expect a supportive, relaxed environment with a strong focus on safety, seamanship, and getting you confidently out on the water.

What sets Seahorse apart is the depth of instructor experience. Led by Richard, an RNLI lifeboat crew member with over 30 years of local knowledge, the team brings genuine operational expertise—not just textbook teaching. Across the instructors, you’ll benefit from a blend of rescue experience, technical knowledge, and a calm, encouraging teaching style.

With top-quality equipment, a prime harbour and river location (allowing training in a variety of conditions), and consistently excellent reviews, Seahorse Marine School is a trusted choice for high-quality, practical RYA training.

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1:1 RYA Direct Assessment on your Vessel, Littlehampton

By Fiona

£ 520

View map

Certifications, Family-Friendly, Lessons & Courses

Min. age: 12

Littlehampton