RYA Powerboat Level 2

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 OVERVIEW:

Whether you are new to powerboating or have some experience and are looking for certification, the Powerboat Level 2 course could well be for you. Level 2 offers a general introduction to powerboating and teaches core boat handling and safety skills.

The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is generally considered as the licence for powerboats; it is often deemed the equivalent to a driving licence. The qualification is widely recognised throughout the world. The Powerboat Level 2 covers everything in the RYA Powerboat Level 1 and a lot more

Powerboat training with Chieftain Training isn’t all about the certification, though. The two day course will equip you with the necessary safety skills, will help to build confidence and is always fun. Satisfy your need for speed in our relaxed and safe environment with this ever popular powerboat course.

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 CONTENT:

This course is largely practical so although there are some short theory sections to complete, wherever possible this is done on board the powerboat.

The course essentially provides everything you need to get started with an emphasis on you becoming confident and competent at boat handling and being aware of the associated safety consideration and equipment. The RYA Powerboat Level 2 is broadly equivalent to a series of driving lessons, but a lot more fun.

The Powerboat Level Two will prepare you for driving a powerboat unsupervised with confidence. While primarily a boat handling course you may consider following it up with the RYA Intermediate Powerboat Course which covers high speed navigation and passage making in far more detail.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OUR RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE:

Level 2 Powerboat training at Chieftain Training is comprehensive. We aim to make life as easy as possible for our students and provide the following within the course:

2 days of instruction

Use of our RIBs (rigid inflatable boats)

Fuel

Loan of a life jacket

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Certificate

RYA Start Powerboating Handbook

Free on street parking

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN OUR RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE:

Wet weather gear (this can be hired for £5 a day)

Lunch (available to buy locally)

OPTIONAL RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE EXTRAS:

International Certificate of Competence

If you require a powerboat licence for driving in other European countries, we can take care of the paperwork for your ICC (International Certificate of Competence), which is subject to a small RYA administration fee for non-RYA members, or is free for RYA members.

Fast Track 1:1 day for experienced drivers

If you are a more experienced powerboater hoping to gain your Level 2 certifucate and don’t wish to undertake the introductory elements of the Level 2 course, you can instead attend a shorter 1:1 course which consists of the relevant coaching and a direct assessment. Please contact us to find out more.

“Teen” powerboat Level 2 courses

Lets face it, our kids probally have more fun without us around. 12-15 years old can join a youth only course. They receive the same course, however they will be learning with other 12-15 year olds.

Own Boat Tuition

We can run this course on board a student’s own boat instead of ours. We can train 1-3 of you at a time and bespoke the course around your boat and your likely usage.

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE RATIOS:

This course will run with no more than 3 students per boat/instructor, sometimes less.

BOOKING RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE:

The Powerboat Level Two course is run every weekend and frequently during the week. If you can’t find a suitable date from the list, please contact us and we will do our best to arrange a convenient date.

We can also run the course 1:1 at a time that best suits you and even on your own boat, if you would prefer. Please contact us for details of own boat tuition.

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 DIRECT ASSESSMENT

If you have existing experience of power-boating but now require a Level 2 Certificate then there is tehe option to attend a bespoke direct assessment. This option will save you time versus attending a two day course but is served for this with existing experience.

Half day RYA Powerboat Level 2 Direct Assessment

The Instructor will expect you to perform the following manoeuvres

Holding Off

Departing from and returning to an alongside berth in various states of wind and/or tide

Turn using warps

MOB

Picking Up a Mooring

Turning in a confined Space

Anchoring

Planning speed handling

You will also need to answer oral questions on the following subjects

IRPCS

Safety equipment

Buoyage

Tides

Sources of weather info

Basic chartwork / passage planning

One Day RYA Powerboat Level 2 Direct Assessment

If some of the above skills are a little out of practice then we can offer you a bespoke one-day 1:1 option (for experienced power-boaters only). We conduct your 1:1 direct assessment in the afternoon, but before that ,our Instructor spends the morning with you coaching those skills/knowledge which are a little rusty.

Direct assessments are bespoke, please contact us to arrange.

BOOKING THE RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE:

If the dates below do not suit you we can set up a bespoke 1:1, 2:1 or group course at a time that suits you.

Course Structure

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 DURATION:

The Powerboat Level 2 course takes two days (0930 to 1700 hrs) to complete.

As one of our most popular training courses, it runs most weekend and frequently during the week. Please contact us if you would like to book the course on a specific date as we are happy to set up courses to accommodate individual needs.

Useful Information

RYA POWERBOAT LEVEL 2 PRE REQUISITES:

This course is suitable for beginners and for those drivers with some experience who are looking for formal training.

Minimum age of 12 years applies; Under 16s are advised to “Not be in charge of a powerboat unless under the supervision of a responsible adult”.