Powerboat Courses
Powerboat courses use small powerboats which allow participants to learn the necessary driving skills and knowledge about equipment, seamanship, navigation and weather. Powerboat courses are also beneficial, if not required, for people wanting to assist in club events or desire to be an instructor, coach or official.
Learn boating safety, skills & equipment
Gain knowledge on navigation & weather
Experienced instructors
Enjoy the outdoors
Powerboat Handling
This course is designed to improve boat handling skills, especially in confined areas such as Marinas and in swell and waves and develop knowledge about engines, types of craft, and practice navigation techniques.
UPCOMING DATES
| Course | Dates | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerboat Handling November | Thursday 7 Nov 2024 5:45pm (theory) Sunday 10 Nov 2024 9:30am (on water) | $150 per person $50 (RGYC Volunteers) | Click Here |
| Powerboat Handling January | Thursday 9 Jan 2025 5:45pm (theory) Sunday 12 Jan 2025 9:30am (on water) | $150 per person $50 (RGYC Volunteers) | Click here |
| Powerboat Handling February | TBA | TBA | Coming Soon |
Safety Boat Operator
This course provides the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools and outdoor recreation centres. You’ll learn about race course design, practise on-water rescue of dinghies and gain an awareness of techniques to support kite surfers and kayaks.
UPCOMING DATES
| Course | Dates | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety Boat Operator September/October | Sunday 29th September Sunday 6th October | TBA | Coming Soon |
| Safety Boat Operator November | Saturday 23rd November Sunday 24th November | TBA | Coming Soon |
Prerequisite
Water confident. The skills and knowledge gained in Powerboat Handling or equivalent power boating experience.
For more info or to sign up for the upcoming Powerboat courses, please contact the Sailing Academy via the link below.