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RYA Powerboat Level 1 at
Quadra Boats
Don't waste
another Christmas or Birthday present, why not buy that special person
an RYA Powerboat course from Quadra Boats. The course is carried out on
the beautiful Cleddau Estuary in Pembrokeshire, West Wales. You will be
doing the course with Angharad our chief instructor who is one of the
youngest instructors in Wales, features in Boat Mart and Sea Angler many
times.
We operate on a state of the art and new for 2009, Valiant DR520 rib
fitted out with a reliable Mariner 75HP Optimax engine. This is probably
the best training rib in West Wales. Own boat tuition is available.
Duration
1 Day
Likely Participants
The Powerboat level 1 course particularly suits kids,
children or those adults who are keen for a basic
introduction to power boating. Those considering buying a powerboat or
rib can get a good idea about boating by attending, and partners of
boaters can use the course to acquire the skills necessary to handle a
craft in an emergency if their partner is incapacitated.
Course Content
The RYA
Powerboat Level 1 course acts as a good introduction to the world of
power boating. Run over one day the course's aim is to provide a
practical introduction to boat handling and safety in powerboats. Your
instructor will cover the following topics with you during your day with
him/her:
The
shore based element of the day will cover personal buoyancy, insurance,
loading and how this effects handling and performance, balance and trim,
crew members, awareness of other water users, application of the
collision regulations (IRPCS), local bylaws and accepting a tow and rope
work.
Pre Course
Requirements
No prior boating experience or powerboat training is necessary.
Ability After Course
Able to drive under supervision.
Minimum Age
8 Years old.
Please note that candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an
endorsed certificate.
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