This is a 1:1 Course.
The course runs from 9am to 5pm on the day.
Powerboat 2 is a 2 day course run on consecutive days unless agreed in advance.
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.
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Or what3words location:
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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)
Provides the essential skills and background knowledge needed to become a competent and confident powerboat driver. It is the qualification required to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) and is widely recognised in the UK and abroad.
No previous experience is necessary and you do not need to have completed Powerboat Level 1 to take this course, making it suitable for complete beginners as well as those wishing to improve and formalise their skills.
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.
All the training is completed on our top of the range RIBs with Sat Nav & brand new engines.
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.
No previous experience is necessary.
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.
* The course runs from 9am to 5pm over 1 day.
* There are toilets and a shower on site if required.
* You can collect the course text book before the start of the course or on the day.
* Free parking on site.
* Lifejackets are included.
* RYA‑qualified instruction
* Boat, fuel, and safety equipment
* RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate on successful completion
* Hot drinks are provided
FOR ALL COURSES Please bring with you:
2 passport sized photos
lunch & snacks (free 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)
No. The course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those wanting to improve their skills and confidence.
The course runs over two days with a mix of theory and practical time on the water.
You’ll learn boat handling at speed, close-quarters manoeuvring, launching and recovery, man overboard drills, basic navigation, and safety procedures.
There is no formal exam. Your instructor will assess you throughout the course.
Yes. You’ll receive the RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate, which is widely accepted as proof of competence and often required for boat hire.
The minimum age is 12 (certificates for under 16s are endorsed).
Wear suitable clothing for the weather, including waterproofs, non-slip shoes, and warm layers. Lifejackets are provided.
Training is based on the River Arun and Littlehampton Harbour, with the opportunity to go offshore depending on conditions.
Courses are kept small to ensure plenty of hands-on time and individual coaching. This is a 1:1 course.
A reasonable level of mobility is required, but you don’t need to be highly fit. Let us know if you have any concerns.
Training can continue in most conditions, often using the river for shelter. If conditions are unsafe, we will reschedule.
About the centre
Littlehampton Yacht Club
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