Our practical, confidence‑building sessions are designed to sit alongside the RYA courses we offer, giving you the chance to focus on the skills you want to develop. Whether it’s your first time on the water, you’re looking to build hours before taking a qualification, or you simply want additional hands‑on practice, we provide supportive, tailored training to help you feel comfortable and in control.
If you can’t find a suitable course date through our online booking system, please email us and we’ll be happy to discuss availability.
Non-RYA Training, and Helm Time
This practical course is designed for anyone who owns or has access to a boat on Yorkshire’s inland waterways, whether a traditional narrowboat or river cruiser. Whether you’re new to boating or looking to refresh your skills, we’ll help you develop safe, confident boat handling. Training is delivered aboard your own boat by an RYA Inland Waterways qualified instructor and tailored to your vessel, your experience and the waterways you use.
Your instructor can cover mooring techniques, locks, tunnels and bridges, turning, engine checks, collision avoidance, passage planning and the principles of safe inland boating. The course also covers essential safety procedures and good practice when sharing waterways with other users.
Contact us with details of your boat, your boating experience, and your goals so that we can tailor your bespoke training.
Full Day (up to 7 hours) £330 on your boat
Half Day (up to 3 and a half hours) £175 on your boat
2 Days £620
Travel supplement may apply subject to location and distance from Goole
Own Boat Inland Waterways Training
Full Day, Half Day or 2 Day
This training is for those who don’t need the RYA Certificate but still want to get out onto the water with a qualified instructor on our RIB, "Olive". The training will follow all national standard methods, teaching techniques that are suitable for beginners through to the more experienced boaters.
Your instructor can cover subjects such as engine operation and maintenance, personal safety, vessel preparation, boat handling, securing to a buoy, man overboard, rules of the road and much more.
The cost is for exclusive use of the boat, with an instructor.
Group ticket for 1-3 people:
Half Day (3 and a half hours) £245
Full Day £475
Powerboat Handling Sessions
Full or Half Day
Powerboat Taster Session
2 hours
Our Powerboat Taster Session is perfect for anyone who wants time on the water with a qualified instructor without needing an RYA certificate. It’s a practical, confidence‑building introduction that follows recognised national training methods, giving you safe, structured time afloat whether it’s your first experience or you’re looking for extra practice. This short course, for 2-3 people, will be delivered on the calm waters of the Aire & Calder Navigation, at low speed due to local speed limits.
Your instructor can cover core subjects such as personal safety, preparing the vessel, close‑quarters boat handling, securing to a buoy, man‑overboard procedures, rules of the road and more. Each session can be tailored to your requirements, ensuring you get the most out of your time on the water.
PRICE £95 per person (minimum 2 people)
VHF Evening Refresher
3 hours
A focused three‑hour refresher designed to rebuild confidence and revisit the key skills needed for the RYA Short Range Certificate (SRC). Ideal if you haven’t used your VHF radio for a while or want extra practice, this session covers essential calling procedures, correct radio etiquette, safety communication and practical use of your set — all tailored to your requirements.
This is a group session for 4-6 people.
PRICE £45 per person
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