POWERBOATING
Our powerboat training falls into three disciplines; open powerboats (up to 10m), motor cruisers (over 10m) and personal watercraft (Jet Skis). We run the full range of RYA courses in each discipline. We also offer a range of BWS Ski Boat Driver and BSAC dive boat operator courses.
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SAILING
Our RYA sailing courses fall into four disciplines- dinghy sailing, keelboating, multi hull sailing and sail cruising. Yacht sailing can be inshore, offshore or trans ocean. Bareboat and skippered charter are available. We also compete in a large number of International yacht racing events on both sides of the Atlantic.
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SHOREBASED TRAINING
We offer a wide range of support courses in First Aid, safety, communications, boat care, navigation and meteorology. A lot of courses lead to world recognised RYA, STCW or HSE qualifications, others are Stormforce specific courses such as 12-volt electric or Weather for Yachtsmen.
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INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
How do you fancy teaching boating to others. We train hundreds of sailing and powerboat instructors every year across all disciples. Join a short instructor course or a fast-track instructor programme.
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YOUTH COURSES
All three centres are child friendly, why should the adults have all the fun? Our junior courses in sailing and Powerboating are aimed at 7-11 year olds. Our youth courses are aimed at 12-15 year olds. Our holidays are suitable for all ages.
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FAST TRACK COURSES
A range of modular training courses to allow sailors and power boaters to fast track their way into our industry. These courses work because they consolidate all of the necessary training into a short time period and we run with a low ratio of students to instructor.
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SUPER YACHT TRAINING
Thousands of “wannabe” crew are attracted by the sunshine, high salaries and global travel of the super yacht industry. If this appeals to you then there is no question that you need the right training on your CV before anyone will even consider you.
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RYA Powerboat Instructor Skills Assessment
Overview:
Prior to joining a Powerboat Instructor Course, candidates must demonstrate they have the powerboat handling skills and the supporting knowledge required to go on and teach the sport.
Course Duration:
One day. The training takes place from 0930 to 1230. The assessment takes place 1300-1700; you may attend the assessment only if you think you are ready.
Pre Requisites:
- Minimum age 16 years
- Relevant experience in a variety of craft
- RYA Powerboat Level 2 (essential)
- RYA Dayskipper Shorebased (recommended)
- RYA Membership ( join here )
Course Content:
During the morning you will have an opportunity to become familiar with our boats, operate in the same area as the assessment and practice the skills required. Our instructor will coach you on any weak areas.
In the afternoon an RYA Trainer will assess that you can perform all of the RYA Level 2 manoeuvres to a good standard and have the supporting background knowledge required.
What's Included:
- Morning of coaching (optional)
- Afternoon of assessment
- Use of one of our RIBs
- Fuel
- Loan of a life jacket
- 1 Year free introductory RNLI membership
- Free parking on site
What's Not Included:
- Wet weather gear (can be hired for £5 a day)
- Lunch (available to buy locally)
Recommended Pre-Course Reading and Useful Books:
Price: £124
Please call the office on 02380 231 122 to book this course.
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Shamrock Quay Marina, William Street, Southampton, Hants, SO14 5QL
Telephone: 02380 231 122
E-mail: [email protected]