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Introduction to Powerboating

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The Highlights

  • One-day Introduction to Powerboating course
  • RYA Level 1 certificate included
  • Experienced, RYA-certified instructors
  • Learn boat preparation and handling techniques
  • Practise launching, recovery, mooring and manoeuvring alongside a berth
  • Small-group of two to three participants
  • Exchangeable Experience Gift
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  • Brighton

The Experience

Ready to take the helm and discover the excitement of powerboating? This Introduction to Powerboating experience at Brighton Marina is a brilliant opportunity to get out on the water, learn something new and enjoy the thrill of controlling a powerboat for the very first time.

During this one-day RYA Level 1 course, you'll learn essential boat-handling skills with guidance from experienced instructors. From preparing the boat and manoeuvring alongside a berth to practising mooring techniques, you'll discover what it takes to handle a powerboat safely and confidently under supervision.

Perfect for complete beginners and aspiring boating enthusiasts, this hands-on experience makes a fantastic adventure gift with a recognised qualification to take home.

The Experience

Experienced instructors will introduce you to the boat, its equipment and the essential safety procedures before heading out onto the water. You'll learn how to prepare the boat and crew, understand the basics of launching and recovery, and discover how to handle a powerboat safely. Then comes the exciting part: taking the helm yourself! With expert guidance throughout, you'll begin practising boat control, steering and manoeuvring as you build confidence on the water.

As the day progresses, you'll develop your skills through practical exercises, including approaching and leaving a berth, securing the boat to a mooring buoy and understanding the procedures involved in a man overboard situation. With a small group of just two to three participants, there's plenty of opportunity to get involved, ask questions and practise new techniques. By the end of this one-day course, you'll have gained valuable boating knowledge, enjoyed the excitement of handling a powerboat and taken your first step towards becoming a more confident skipper, with an RYA Level 1 certificate to recognise your achievement.

Important Information

This experience takes place at Brighton Marina, Sussex. The full address and parking details will be confirmed on booking.

Weather
Adverse weather may force the experience provider to cancel, postpone, or change the venue. They reserve the right to make this decision up to 24 hours before the event, or in some cases on the day itself, once conditions on the ground can be assessed.

What to bring

  • Warm layers - it can be cold on the water even on a fine day
  • Waterproof jacket and trousers
  • Non-slip, closed-toe footwear (no flip-flops)
  • Sunglasses recommended
  • Packed lunch and plenty of water
  • Any personal medication (inhaler, EpiPen, etc.)

You will receive an RYA Powerboat Level 1 certificate upon successful completion of this course. This forms the foundation for further powerboat training.

Bookable April to October, subject to availability.

Duration: 8 hours

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

  • Minimum age: 18 years old
  • Maximum weight: 18 stone (115kg)
  • Participants should be comfortable being on the water.

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

Images are for illustrative purposes only. The experience may vary by location or availability. Please refer to the experience description for full details of what is included.

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