- RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course
RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course in Southampton: Course Summary
- Course Duration: 2 days
- Course Cost: From £275pp
- Course Location: Saxon Wharf Marina, Southampton, SO14 5QF
- Previous Experienced Required: No
- Minimum Age Requirement: 12 years old
- What The Course Includes: RIB fuel costs, loan of branded waterproofs, RYA Start boating handbook, ICC assessment, parking and more.
- What You Will Learn: Handling and manoeuvring of a powerboat, including high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery, towing, passage planning, anchoring, and more.
If you’re a boat owner or are hoping to charter a boat, our popular RYA Powerboat Level 2 course in Southampton is for you!
With training from qualified RYA instructors on board a modern, rib craft boats, this 2-day beginner-friendly course runs at our RYA Training Centre in Southampton with immediate access to the open water of the Solent.
If you’re a boat owner or are hoping to charter a boat this summer, our popular RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is for you! With training from qualified RYA instructors on board a modern, 6.8 rib craft boat, this 2-day beginner-friendly course runs at our RYA Training Centre in Southampton with immediate access to the open water of the Solent.
- Perfect for those with little or no powerboating experience
- Taught by qualified RYA instructors
- Free ICC assessment
- On site parking available
- Free subscription to Powerboat and RIB magazine*
- A central Southampton location
Located in the heart of Southampton, this 2-day powerboat course is perfect for those located on the South Coast or in Hampshire and surrounding areas. Designed to give complete beginners or those with a basic knowledge of sailing the ability charter a powerboat in the UK or overseas, our RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course is the perfect introduction to powerboating for those who aim to charter their own vessel.
Teaching the basics of boat handling, safety and navigation, the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course gives you a comprehensive skillset that will put you in good stead to skipper your next boating trip.
*Free first year annual subscription.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
Suitable for those with no previous boating experience, the RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course is a 2-day fast-track to competent, safe handling and navigation. Anyone over the age of 12 can take part, and our qualified instructors are dedicated to ensuring that each student gets the most out of this two-day training course, with the opportunity to learn on a 1-2-1 basis with an instructor.
Whether you are considering buying a boat, you have previous experience chartering a personal watercraft in British waterways, rivers and canals, coastal waters, or overseas, or you are a complete beginner, this Powerboat Level 2 Course is for you.
Students under 16 will have their certificates approved under the following conditions: “To be under supervision of a responsible adult” and will be capable of sailing under adult supervision.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course provides comprehensive training into the handling and manoeuvring of a powerboat, and includes:
- speed and collision regulations
- knowledge of safety equipment
- turning in confined spaces
- coming alongside and securing to a mooring buoy
- close quarters handling skills
- man overboard recovery techniques
- planing speed manoeuvres
- rules of the road
- pilotage and passage planning
Perfect for both first-time powerboaters and those with boating experience, the PB2 is a comprehensive, functional course which teaches and consolidates the RYA principles of sailing. Guiding you through our practical courses are our highly experienced RYA instructors who deliver high impact, high quality teaching either on a small group or individual basis.
OUTLINE COURSE CONTENT
Day one of this two-day course will commence with a comprehensive safety briefing and an introduction to our 7.8m rib craft boat, powered by a 2023 4.6 litre Mercury 250 outboard engine. You will then have time to explore the controls of the rib and familiarize yourself with the inland waterways before we begin to practice manoeuvring, handling, and mooring techniques.
This powerboat course will be completed in inland waterways in and around local marinas, making it as real to life as possible for when you are ready to go out on the water on your own. We will stop for lunch before taking back to the water to hone your slow speed manoeuvres.
Day two of the RYA Powerboat Level 2 in Southampton will begin with a lesson in boating theory, before continuing your powerboat training on the water - manoeuvring, lunch, and the experience of taking in a sea lock! We will conclude your second day on the water with exhilarating high-speed manoeuvre practice and man overboard techniques, before retiring to Saxon Wharf for the RYA powerboat course debriefing. On completion, you will be awarded your RYA Powerboat Level 2 and ICC certificates and will be ready to start powerboating!
Click here to see the full RYA Powerboat Level 2 syllabus
WHAT DOES THE COURSE COST?
Course fee now from only £275pp*
- Monday & Tuesday from 09:30 – 17:00 = £275 pp
- Thursday & Friday from 09:30 – 17:00 = £275 pp
- Saturday & Sunday from 09:30 – 17:00= £295 pp
Weekend group discounts
- *Book two places = £285 pp
- *Book three places and have the whole boat and instructor exclusively for your group = £275pp
- We can also run this course in a one to one private basis, the cost of this is £825.00
All prices include VAT.
Please note multi person discounts apply for one booking, one payment.
With a curated list of recommended accommodations to suit all tastes and budgets, the Ocean Sports Tuition team are more than happy to find you a place to stay for the duration of your visit. For more information about where we are located, contact us, call 02381 242159 or email [email protected] .
- Please check your eligibility to be issued with an ICC.
- Group discounts: applies when one booking one payment is taken.
- Group discounts do not apply during extra peak season – i.e., Bank Holiday weekends.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE COST?
- Mooring Fees
- Loan of branded waterproofs
- Use of our modern MCA inspected 5.8, 6.8 or 7.8 metre Rib (Ribcraft)
- Rib fuel costs
- RYA Start Powerboat Handbook
- ICC UK assessment (sometimes referred to as ICC international certificate of competence, an RYA powerboat licence or boating licence, as it is required in some European waters in order to operate a powerboat), including ICC application form
- RYA Power Boat Level 2 certificate
- Free refreshments including Tea and Coffee
As well as teaching general boat safety, diligence and boating knowledge, the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course includes a free ICC UK assessment! If you are looking to drive a boat in European waters or the Mediterranean, it’s essential to carry the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), as this demonstrates that you are competent to charter a vessel.
NEXT STEPS AFTER POWERBOAT LEVEL 2
Once you have completed the RYA PB2 course, you will be awarded the RYA power boat licence which, alongside your ICC completion certificate, demonstrates your competence on the water. As some of the most highly commended power boat courses in the UK, the RYA powerboat courses practice techniques, manoeuvres and best practices to keep you safe.
If you are looking for further RYA powerboat courses (sometimes referred to as RYA level 2, RYA PB2 course, RYA Motorboat courses, boat driving courses in the UK, national powerboat certificate, power boat licence or Powerboat 2 course), Ocean Sports Tuition offers an extended range of RYA Powerboat Courses as well as RYA Rib Courses (also known as rib boat licence, as it is preferred by some insurers and navigation authorities that a boat owner has undergone training).
You can experience further RYA powerboat training courses through the following RYA powerboat courses:
- RYA Tender Operator Course
- RYA Intermediate Powerboat Course (RYA Powerboat Intermediate Course)
- RYA Advanced Powerboat Course
On completion of the course and gaining your RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate, you can bareboat charter from us and take advantage of an exclusive discount for undertaking your training with us. Please see our Bareboat Charter page for details.
What is the Difference Between Powerboat Level 1 & Powerboat Level 2?
What Should I Wear For My Powerboat Level 2 Course?
OWN BOAT TUITION
We can also deliver this powerboat course with an RYA instructor on your own boat. For further information, please contact us on 02381 242159 or email [email protected] .
Book Your Powerboat Level 2 Course Here
Book online below, or call on 023 81 242159 .
If there are no courses listed below, please email us to enquire about availability: [email protected].
You can book your boat training in Southampton from only £249 per person, with group discounts available.
Our powerboat training centre is located in the heart of Southampton in Saxon Wharf Marina. You can find directions to our location here . If you are in Southampton or the surrounding areas and looking for powerboat courses near me, our powerboat training UK sessions and range of boating theory classes are the perfect choice.
During your training, you will be learning to charter our 7.8m rib craft boat, capable of 40 knots. Our powerboat instructors are with you every step of the way to equip you with the knowledge and experience to handle this vessel confidently.
Suitable for those with no previous boating experience, the RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course is a fantastic opportunity to learn on a 1-2-1 basis with an instructor, with anyone over the age of 12 able to take part.
The terms speedboat and powerboat are often interchangeable, usually referring to a small, fast boat that is powered by an engine. When using your licence, it is important to recall if your qualification is limited to a certain size vessel to avoid fines.
Yes! If you are looking for Powerboat Level 2 in Portsmouth, Southampton or the surrounding areas, Ocean Sports can help! We offer expert RYA training on the Solent which is easily accessible from Portsmouth, Southampton, Hamble and the surrounding areas. For more information, complete our contact form or getting in touch using our email address [email protected] .
Our minimum age to take part in our RYA Powerboat Level 2 course in Southampton is 12 years old.
If you are looking to complete your speed boat licence test, want to learn how to operate a jet ski, or want to become a commercial powerboat skipper, we can help! You can browse our range of RYA courses in Southampton here .
Our RYA Powerboat Level 2 course provides comprehensive handling and manoeuvring skills, including knowledge of:
- high speed manoeuvres
The outcome of your Powerboat Level 2 course is based on continuous assessment over the course of 2 days. It is our instructor's job to ensure that you are given the support and knowledge needed to successfully complete your qualification, and our training team are dedicated to providing the best level of instruction to ensure that you can confidently complete the course.
Following the Powerboat Level 2 and the Powerboat Intermediate course, some people choose to complete the Advanced Powerboat qualification. Throughout the Advanced course, you will learn how to confidently venture further afield or deal with different or adverse conditions by day and night.
Your powerboat licence (also known as the ICC), is valid for 5 years, and will need to be renewed via the RYA.
Your RYA Powerboat Level 2 qualification does not expire, but if you haven't been on the water for a while or feel rusty, it is recommended that you consolidate your knowledge with a course.
The next practical step after completing your Powerboat Level 2 training if you want to increase your boating knowledge and confidence would be to take the RYA Intermediate Powerboating course . In this course, you will develop your existing safety and boat handling to the standard required for longer passages in more complex scenarios.
Our 2-day RYA Powerboat Level 2 course provides all of the training needed for you to confidently plan your daytime charters.
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