This course is for anyone who wants to use a fixed or handheld marine VHF radio. The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to operate a VHF with Digital Selective Calling (DSC). The course will be taught and assessed at our classroom training centre. The assessment will also include a short test paper. Price includes RYA VHF Handbook (G31). RYA Assessment fee is payable in addition to the course price directly via the RYA website.
Maximum 12 people. Minimum age to take the assessment is 16. Some pre course learning will be sent to you prior to attending the course.
Course time 09:00 - 17:00 approx.
PRICE £120 plus RYA fee of £78
RYA Short Range Certificate VHF
(1 day)
RYA Short Range Certificate (SRC)
The RYA SRC course trains you to use marine VHF/DSC radio safely and correctly, covering routine, safety and distress procedures. The Short Range Certificate is the legal minimum qualification for anyone operating a VHF/DSC radio in UK waters and is recognised internationally.
RYA Courses
RYA POWER BOAT SCHEME
The RYA powerboat courses are for those using powered craft such as RIBs and sportsboats, and also for the professional boat skipper who is required to prove their competence or provide certification for work.
The Powerboat Level 2 Certificate can also be used to apply for the International Certificate of Competence Coastal Power up to 10M LOA.
This one day course is the starting block for all ages providing a practical introduction to boating techniques including launching and recovering a boat, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment. It is ideal for introducing younger family members to powerboating, and for giving them an understanding of how they can be safe on the water. We aim to spend most of the day afloat.
Your instructor will cover all the basics of, preparation of boat and crew; boat handling; picking up and securing to a mooring buoy; leaving and coming alongside; being towed and what to do in an emergency.
Maximum 3 people. Minimum age 12. Certificates for children aged between 12 and 16 will be endorsed to show that they must use boats only under the supervision of a responsible adult
Course time 09:00 - 17:00 approx.
PRICE £230
RYA Level 1 Start Powerboating
(1 day)
Level 2 Powerboat Handling
(2 days)
This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to become a competent powerboat driver by day in familiar waters, and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence (ICC). This course can also be the first step on your journey to working commercially in the marine business.
Your instructor will cover, low speed close quarters handling; man overboard recovery; securing to a buoy, anchoring, man overboard; driving at planing speed; an introduction to charts, pilotage and collision regulations.
Maximum 3 people. Minimum age 12. Certificates for children aged between 12 and 16 will be endorsed to show that they must use boats only under the supervision of a responsible adult. Price includes RYA Start Powerboating Handbook (G48).
Course time 09:00 - 17:00 approx.
PRICE £330
Level 2 Powerboat Direct Assessment
experience required
This is an assessment ideal for the more seasoned boater. Your instructor will be assessing your knowledge of, low speed close quarters handling; man overboard recovery; securing to a buoy, anchoring, man overboard, driving at planing speed, chartwork, pilotage and the collision regulations.
Maximum 3 people. Minimum age 12. Certificates for children aged between 12 and 16 will be endorsed to show that they must use boats only under the supervision of a responsible adult. Price includes RYA Start Powerboating Handbook (G48).
PRICE £260
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