This two-day course is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to act as an escort craft, safety boat, or coach boat for a fleet of dinghies, windsurfers, or canoes, as well as for racing or training activities. The course includes comprehensive training in rescue techniques, race management, and mark laying.
During this course, you will learn to:
The course is predominantly practical with some classroom instruction.
The RYA Safety Boat Course is held at at our centre in Perry, Huntingdon, a premier location for water sports training. Our centre offers a safe and controlled environment, ideal for practicing the necessary skills in real-life scenarios.
We are dedicated to providing high-quality training in a supportive and professional environment. Our experienced RYA-certified instructors ensure that every participant gains the confidence and skills needed to perform safety boat duties effectively. With over 50 years of experience in water sports education, our centre is renowned for its excellent facilities and commitment to safety. By choosing our RYA Safety Boat Course, you are investing in top-notch training that prepares you to provide essential safety and support on the water.
Ready to enhance your safety boat skills? Book your spot in our RYA Safety Boat Course today and become a proficient and confident safety boat operator!
We are situated on the Southern shore of Grafham Water in a small village called Perry in West Cambridgeshire. There is easy access to us from the surrounding area through the A1 and the A14.
The course is designed for individuals aged 16 and older who are involved in supporting sailing, windsurfing, or canoeing activities. It is ideal for those who act as safety boat operators, escort craft personnel, or coach boat handlers during racing or training activities.
You should have a basic understanding of sailing boats and windsurfers. Additionally, an RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate is required prior to taking this course to ensure foundational powerboat handling skills.
The course is conducted over two consecutive days, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM each day. It consists of a mix of practical on-water sessions and classroom instruction to cover theoretical aspects and practical applications.
Life jackets and safety boats will be provided by the centre.
To receive the RYA Safety Boat certificate, participants must demonstrate their ability to:
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