rya advanced powerboat training

Advanced Powerboat Syllabus

Aim: To teach boat handling, seamanship, pilotage and navigation up to the standards required to drive a planing powerboat safely by day and night in tidal coastal waters with which the candidate may be familiar.

• Practical Prepare the powerboat Carry our fuel and engine checks Stow and secure gear Differences for a twin engine vessel Characteristics of various hull forms and propeller configurations Action to be taken in rough weather Demonstrate a practical understanding and correct use of power trim and trim tabs Demonstrate an awareness of the effects of wind and tide when manoeuvring, including: Steering in transits and in buoyed channels Turning in a confined space Berthing in various conditions of wind and tide Picking up and leaving a mooring buoy Demonstrate the use of an appropriate length of kill cord at all times The importance of pre-trip planning Planning and making coastal passages, taking into account the relevant navigational hazards, the type of boat and the strengths of the crew Chart plotters and radar, their advantages and limitations Organise the navigation, safety and welfare of the crew during a powerboat passage Navigate at higher speed using time / distance Use electronic navigational equipment for planning and undertaking a passage, including the use of waypoints, routes and XTE, SOG, COG, BTW, DTW Carry out pilotage plans and pilotage entry into or departure from harbour Use leading and clearing lines, transits, back bearings and soundings as aids to pilotage Use GPS and understands it limitations in pilotage Navigate using soundings Terms used in shipping forecasts, inclusing the Beaufort Scale, and their significance to small craft Sources of forecast information and interpretation of forecasts including synoptic charts The significance of meteorological trends Can interpret a synoptic chart Apply the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea How to change a propeller Propeller diameter and pitch Propeller ventilation and cavitation Checks to be made before starting, during running, amd afetr stopping for diesel and petrol engines Periodic checks on engines and electrical systems including spark plugs, water filters and pump impellers How to bleed the fuel system (diesel), change filters and pump impellers Transmission belts Spares to be carried Correct action to take in emergency situations Fire prevention and fighting Hull damage / watertight integrity What to do in a medical emergency Towing and being towed Helicopter rescue procedures Use of flares Search patterns Pick up a man overboard in all available conditions Take charge of a powerboat at night, including leaving and entering harbour Demonstrate ability at keeping a proper lookout and identifying lit and unlit marks by night

Advanced Powerboat Examination

• Preparation for sea Preparation of vessel Safety brief Stowing and securing gear for coastal passages Engine operations and routine checks, fuel systems, kill cord Fuel system, bleeding, changing filters and impellers
• Boat handling Hull forms and their handling characteristics, propeller confirgurations Knowledge of action to be taken in rough weather Significance of tidal stream on sea conditions Steering and power control through waves Understanding and correct use of power trim and tabs Towing, under open sea conditions and in confined areas Strategy up and downwind and in heavy weather Awareness of the effects of wind and tide when manoeuvring, including: Steering to transits and in buoyed channels Turning in a confined space All berthing and un-berthing Picking up and leaving a mooring buoy Anchoring Recovery of man overboard Awareness of ground speed and ability to hold the boat on station
• Responsibilities Skippering the vessel with effective crew communication Preparing the vessel for sea and for adverse weather Tactics for heavy weather and restricted visibility Emergency and distress situations Customs procedures Courtesy to other water users
• Passage making and pilotage Your chart work and theory knowledge should include: Charts, navigational publications and sources of navigational information Chart work, including position fixing and shaping course to allow for tide Tidal heights and depths Buoyage and visual aids to navigation Instruments, inclusing compasses, logs, echo sounders, radio navigation aids and chart work instruments Passage planning and navigational tactics Importance of pre-plannig High speed navigation, pre-planning and execute Use of electronic navigation (GPS & Radar) Pilotage techniques and plans for entry into or departure from harbour Use of leading and clearing lines, transits and soundings as aids to pilotage Navigational records Limits of navigational accuracy and margins of safety Lee shore dangers You should be able to enter and depart from a charted port by day or night. Your examiner will give you a pilotage exercise and ask you to explain your planning. You will need to be aware of the problems of collision avoidance and how to determine your position by night.
• Meteorology You should be able to use weather and tidal information to predict likely sea conditions and make passage planning decisions. Definition of terms incuding Beaufort Scale, and their significance to small craft. Sources of weather forecasts Weather systems and local weather effects Interpretation of weather forecasts, barometric trends and visible phenomena Ability to make passage planning decisions based on forecast information
• Rules of the road Application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea.  You should be able to identify  power and sailing vessels by night. Identification of types of ship by night is not required, but you will need a knowledge of the lights of tugs and trawlers.
• Safety Candidates will be expected to know what safety equipment should be carried on board the vessel, based either on the recommendations in RYA booklet C8, or the Codes of Practice for the Safety of Small Commercial Vessels. In particular, candidates must know the responsibilities of a skipper in relation to: Fire prevention and fighting Hull damage / watertight integrity Medical emergency Towing and being towed VHF emergency procedures Explanation of helicopter rescue procedures Use of flares Man overboard Sector search Lifejackets Life rafts

RYA Advanced Powerboat

The aim of this course is to teach handling, seamanship, pilotage and navigation up to the standards required to drive a planing powerboat safely by day and night in tidal coastal waters with which the candidate may be familiar. 

The course may be conducted on a planing or displacement powerboat

2 day course £380pp  

Given our commitment to keep prices as low as possible, in the current economic climate we reserve the right to cancel & reschedule any course which is not fully booked

Course Syllabus

Boat Preparation

Prepare the powerboat

Carry out fuel and engine checks

Stow and secure gear

Boat Handling

Knowledge of: 

Differences for a twin-engine vessel

Understands:

The importance of boat control in waves and adequate seating to minimise the possibility of injury

Characteristics of various hull forms and propeller configurations

Action to be taken in rough weather

Demonstrate a practical understanding and correct use of power trim and trim tabs

Demonstrate an awareness of the effects of wind and tide when manoeuvring, including

Steering to transits and in buoyed channels

Turning in a confined space

Berthing in various conditions of wind and tide

Picking up and leaving a mooring buoy 

Demonstrate the use of an appropriate length kill cord at all times 

Pick up a man overboard in differing conditions

Passage Making and Responsibility as Skipper

Understands: 

  The importance of pre-trip planning

Planning and making coastal passages, taking into account the relevant navigational hazards, the type of boat and the strengths of the crew

Chart plotters and radar, their advantages and limitations

Organise the navigation, safety and welfare of the crew during a powerboat passage

Navigate at higher speed using a range of techniques

Use electronic navigational equipment for planning and undertaking  a passage, including the use of waypoints, routes and XTE, SOG, BTW, DTW*

Cary out pilotage plans pilotage for entry into or departure from harbour

Use leading and clearing lines, transits back bearings and soundings as aids to pilotage

Navigate using soundings

Meteorology 

Terms used in shipping forecasts, including the Beaufort scale, and their significance to small craft

Sources of forecast information and interpretation of forecasts including synoptic charts 

The significance of meteorological trends

Interpret a synoptic chart

Use and interpret forecasts to make decisions about passages

Rules of the road:

Apply the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

Use of Engines

Knowledge of:

How to change a propeller

Propeller diameter and pitch

Propeller ventilation and cavitation

Checks to be made before starting, during running, and after stopping for diesel and petrol engines

Periodic checks on engines and electrical system including spark plugs, water filters and pump impellers

Transmission belts

Spares to be carried

Emergency Situations:

Correct action to take in emergency situations

Fire prevention and fighting

Hull damage/watertight integrity

What to do in a medical emergency

Towing and being towed

Helicopter rescue procedures

Issue distress by all available means

Search patterns

The danger of cold shock and immersion hypothermia

Night Cruising

Take charge of a powerboat at night, including leaving and entering harbour

Demonstrate ability at keeping a proper look-out and identifying lit and unlit positions by night

Pre Requisites

Candidates should be competent to the standard of the Intermediate Powerboat Certificate with 

Thorough knowledge of navigation and chartwork to the level of the Coastal Skipper/RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased certificate. 

It is strongly recommended that candidates hold a first aid certificate and a VHF operator's ceritifcate.

Min. Age: 17

What's Included

2 days & 1 evening  of instruction on Maverick, our Humber Ocean Pro 6.8,

Loan of lifejacket, 

Advanced Powerboat Handbook & Cost of Certificate 

Use of wet weather gear (if required)

Use of Head Torch.

Course Dates

Contact us if dates are unsuitable, or no dates are showing

RYA Advanced Powerboat

Become competent in driving powerboats up to 24m.

Find out About the RYA Advanced Powerboat Course / Certification

Find an Advanced Powerboat Course / Exam

The RYA Advanced Powerboat is a 2 day (and 1 night) course that builds confidence and competency in boat handling, seamanship, pilotage, and navigation in more challenging conditions (day & night). An examination is required for candidates who wish to attain an Advanced Powerboat Certificate of Competence (‘CoC’). A commercially endorsed CoC allows the individual to operate craft commercially up to 20 miles from a safe haven by day or night. It is a step-up license from the Power Boat Level II, suitable for deck crew looking to operate larger tenders, further distances with confidence and competence.

Course prerequisites / assumed knowledge.

• Competent handling to the standard of the Intermediate Powerboat Certificate
• Knowledge of navigation and chartwork to the level of Coastal Skipper
• First aid certificate (Elementary First Aid as part of STCW Basic Training meets the requirement) (a prerequisite for the exam)
• VHF SRC or higher certificate (a prerequisite for the exam)

Minimum Duration:

The course runs over a minimum of 2 days which must include at least 1-night navigation exercise.

Course Outline:

• Preparation for Sea
• Boat Handling
• Passage Making and Responsibility as Skipper
• Meteorology
• Rules of the Road
• Use of Engines
• Emergency Situations
• Night Cruising

Course Outcome:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to plan and execute coastal trips and return to a familiar port or superyacht by day and night.

Those who wish to obtain an Advanced Powerboat Certificate of Competency must pass the Advanced Powerboat Examination

RYA Advanced Powerboat Exam (Practical)

Prerequisites:.

Seatime required: (If the below sea time requirement is met, and the student has the required knowledge, the exam can be taken without completing the Advanced Powerboat course. Completion of the course will reduce the sea time and experience requirement. Please view information on the RYA website or contact a training provider through the links at the bottom of this page for more details)

• 30 days at sea, which may be reduced to 20 days at sea if an RYA Advanced Powerboat course completion certificate is held;
• 2 days as skipper;
• 800 miles, which may be reduced to 400 miles if an RYA Advanced Powerboat Course completion certificate is held;
• 12 night hours.

Certification / qualifications required:

• A GMDSS-compliant Marine Radio Operator's Certificate such as the RYA Short Range Certificate or higher
• Valid first aid certificate (the STCW Elementary First Aid meets these requirements for yacht crew who have completed their basic training.

Exam duration:

• 4-7 hours depending on the number of candidates. COntact an exam facilitator to find out more information.

Commercially Endorsed Advanced Powerboat Coc (Certificate of Competence)

Provided the exam is passed and the prerequisites are met, this certificate can be commercially endorsed with allowing the crew members to drive commercial vessels up to 24m in length, subject to MCA’s codes of practice, the flag under which the vessel operates as well as the region. This makes the course a viable option for the crew members who need to drive large tenders but do not hold Yachtmaster certifications.

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RYA Advanced Powerboat Course - £375

Boatability advanced powerboat course.

Course Duration:

A maximum of 2 days with a 1 Night Navigation Exercise carried out on day one of the course 

Course Cost:

The RYA Powerboat Advanced Training course is £375 per person - Unlike some we will still run the course with only one student, hence we do not offer silly prices. 

Minimum Age:

Certification:, please note:.

• Under the RYA's guidelines the Advanced course can only be run over 2 days, it is not permitted to be a 3 or 4 day course! 
• If you are training with the intention of taking the RYA Powerboat Advanced Assessment for commercial endorsement, then we can offer familiarisation training with the assessment area and the topics that will be covered by the assessor independently of the course. 
• We strongly recommended that you do not jump straight into taking the commercial assessment on completion of the Advanced course, in case any weak areas are highlighted during the training; which could be a waste of your money! 
• To date all our students who have attended a commercial assessment have passed! 
• We provide the boat(s), fuel, all safety equipment as well as warm waterproof clothing as part of our course, there are no hidden charges! 
• There is free parking on site and we provide tea and coffee. This is not a residential course but there is plenty of accommodation nearby if required. 

Course Topics Practical

Preparation for sea:.

• Prepare the boat 
• Carry out relevant engine checks 
• Ensure equipment/gear is stowed and secure 
• Can carry out pilotage plans and pilotage for entry into or departure from harbour 
• Can use leading and clearing lines, transits, back bearings and soundings as aids to pilotage 
• Can use GPS and understand its limitations in pilotage 
• Can Navigate using soundings 

Boat Handling:

• Has knowledge of the differences for a twin engine vessel 
• Understands the importance of boat control in waves and adequate seating to minimise possible injury 
• Understands the characteristics of various hull forms and propeller configurations 
• Understands what action if to be taken in rough weather 
• Can demonstrate a practical understanding and correct use of power trim and trim tabs (if fitted) 
• Can demonstrate an awareness of the effects of wind and tide when manoeuvring including: 
• Steering to transits and in buoyed channels 
• Turning in a confined space 
• Berthing in various conditions using the wind and tide 
• Picking up and leaving a mooring buoy 
• Demonstrate the use of an appropriate length kill cord at all times 
• Pick up a MOB in differing conditions 
• Understands the importance of pre-trip planning 
• Understands the Planning required for making a coastal passage, taking into account the relevant navigational hazards, type of boat and the strengths and limitations of the crew 
• Understands chart plotters and radar, their advantages and limitations 
• Can organise the navigation, safety and welfare of the crew during a powerboat passage 
• Can navigate at higher speed using a range of techniques, for example the 6 minute rule 
• Can use electronic navigation equipment for planning and undertaking a passage, including the use of way-points, routes, XTE, SOG, COG, BTW and DTW 

Course Topics - Theory

Meteorology:

• Understands the terms used in shipping forecasts, including the Beaufort Scale and the significance of it to a small craft 
• Understands the sources of forecast information and interpretation of forecasts including synoptic charts 
• Understands the significance of meteorological trends 
• Can interpret a synoptic chart 
• Can use and interpret forecasts to make decisions about passages 

Rules of the Road (IRPCS):

• Can apply IRPCS at sea

Use of Engines:

• Knows how to change a propeller 
• Has knowledge of propeller diameter and pitch 
• Has knowledge of Ventilation and Cavitation 
• Understands the checks to be made before starting, during running and after stopping for diesel and petrol engines 
• Understands the importance of periodic checks on engines and electrical systems including spark plugs, water filters and pump impellers, transmission belts and what spares we need to carry

Emergency Situations - Students Understand:

• Correct action to take in emergency situations 
• Fire prevention and fighting 
• Hull damage and watertight integrity 
• What to do in a medical emergency 
• Towing or being towed 
• Helicopter rescue procedures 
• How to issue a distress by all available means 
• Search Patterns 
• The danger of cold shock and immersion hypothermia 

Night Cruising:

• Can take charge of a powerboat at night, including leaving and entering harbour 
• Demonstrate the ability of keeping a proper look-out and identifying lit and unlit positions by night 

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RYA Powerboat Advanced Course

£ 380.00 Original price was: £380.00. £ 325.00 Current price is: £325.00.

The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Advanced Powerboat Course is designed for seasoned boaters looking to enhance their skills, this course offers comprehensive training led by certified instructors with a wealth of experience. Whether you are looking to refine your handling techniques, increase your confidence in challenging conditions, or pursue professional opportunities, our RYA Advanced Powerboat Course is your gateway to excellence on the water.

Description

Additional information.

The RYA Advanced Powerboat Course aims to increase your:

• boat handling ability
• seamanship skills
• pilotage / passage planing, with charts and electronic aids
• take control of a planing powerboat safely by day and night in tidal coastal waters.

Course Highlights

• Advanced Powerboat Handling: Take your manoeuvring skills to the next level, turning in a confined space, negotiating berthing in all situations, mastering highspeed turns, operating in rough weather and challenging conditions.    
• Navigation Skills: Enhance your understanding of navigation principles with longer passage plans, night navigation and a digital approach to navigation with the use of electronic aids.
• Safety Procedures: Learn essential safety protocols, including collision regulations, emergency procedures, search patterns, and handling medical emergencies on board.
• Practical exercises: Put the new skills to the test with night navigation exercises, man overboard drills, towing techniques, anchoring and mooring procedures including springing on and off.

Required experience

Candidates should be competent to the level of the Intermediate Powerboat Certificate with a knowledge of the navigation and chartwork to the level of Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased certificate.

Pre-requisites

It is strongly recommended that candidates hold a first aid certificate and a VHF operators certificate.

Minimum duration

2 days including at least 1 night navigation exercise

Minimum age

The majority of this course is spent afloat however some elements, specifically navigation, are classroom based. Depending on the time of year the course will go on into the evening / night.

Next Step: 

The Advanced Powerboat Certificate can be Commercially Endorsed. You will need to complete an exam to gain a Certificate of Competence. If you have completed a CoC for your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Power you do not need to take the CoC for the Advanced Powerboat. You can contact us for information on the CoC exam and training.

Ready to take your powerboating skills to the next level? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our RYA Advanced Powerboat Course. Contact us today to reserve your spot or inquire about upcoming course dates. Whether you’re an avid recreational boater or aspiring professional, this course is your pathway to excellence on the water.

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RYA Powerboat Advanced Instructor

What is the aim of the powerboat advanced instructor course.

The Powerboat Advanced Instructor Course (or APBI for short), trains existing RYA Powerboat Instructors in the techniques needed to enable them to deliver the higher level courses. Successful candidates become qualified to:

• Instruct the RYA Powerboat Tender Operator Course
• Instruct the RYA Intermediate Powerboat Course
• Instruct the RYA Advanced Powerboat Course
• Prepare MCA Advanced Power Cert. of Competence Exam Candidates
• Deliver off-site, own-boat tuition for all levels
• Become an Advanced Powerboat Centre Chief Instructor

HOW LONG IS THE POWERBOAT ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR COURSE?

2 days including 1 evening

DAY 1 HOURS

• Day 1 Start Time- 0915
• Day 1 Finish Time- approx 4 hours after dusk (2030 in December, much later in June)

DAY 2 HOURS

• Winter – 0915 to 1600
• Summer – A shorter day, as we will have covered more of the syllabus the preceding day

WHAT PRE REQUISITES ARE THERE FOR THE RYA POWERBOAT ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR COURSE?

• Minimum Age 18
• RYA Powerboat Instructor
• RYA First Aid
• RYA Advanced Powerboat Certificate
• MCA/RYA Advanced Powerboat Certificate of Competence (or YM Coastal or Offshore Power CoC )
• RYA Short Range Certificate  (or higher GMDSS certificate)
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased  (or equivalent knowledge)
• Experience of putting the above knowledge into practice
• Ability to demonstrate effective and safe high speed night pilotage/navigation

WHAT IS COVERED ON THE RYA POWERBOAT ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR COURSE?

During the two days we will discuss the different techniques used to deliver the RYA Tender Operater ,  RYA Intermediate and RYA Advanced courses . In particular we will focus on the night exercise and on coaching methods for drivers who have existing skills. Expect to deliver a pre prepared talk from the advanced syllabus, debrief boat handling manoeuvres and manage part of the evening nigh exercise as an Instructor.

WHAT RATIO IS USED ON THE RYA POWERBOAT ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR COURSE?

Two or three APBI candidates to one trainer & boat. The RYA will not sanction 1:1 APBI Training.

• 2 days and a night of instruction
• Use of our RIBs
• Loan of a life jacket and light
• Free (on street) parking
• Tea & Coffee

NOT INCLUDED

• Wet weather gear (£5 hire per day)

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Powerboat instructors

This scheme can be taught in a variety of small open powerboats such as RIBs, dories and sportsboats and is aimed at a variety of users from casual leisure boaters to professional small boat skippers. As an instructor you will therefore need to have experience in a variety of boats and situations.

Powerboat Instructor

Health declaration

You will be asked to sign a health declaration stating that you are not suffering from any physical or mental impaiment which has an adverse effect on your abililty to properly discharge your duty of care as an instructor. If you are unable to sign the standard declaration, you will be required to complete a medical questionnaire .

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