Pure Latitude

Competence assessment - Sailboat
2026-12-10 09:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Boat TBA
This one day assessment is the fastest way for experienced skippers to get on the water and demonstrate competence.
You will focus on the core skills required to safely skipper sailboats within the Pure Latitude fleet. With up to three members onboard, you will each be asked to assume the role of skipper to demonstrate your ability and understanding of:

Boat checks
Safety briefings
Boat handling under both sail and motor
IRPCS.

Please allow adequate time to prepare a passage plan for the day. It should be submitted to the office three days prior to the assessment date.
Before booking an assessment please ensure you’ve completed the First Booking Form and have read our guidance on passing your competence assessment

Social sailing
2026-12-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Hanse 360 ‘Pure Addiction’, Satchell Lane, Hamble-le-Rice, Hampshire, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
No experience is needed to sign up for this informal sailing day, led by one of our RYA instructors. Whether you are looking to expand your sailing network, familiarise yourself with the cruising area, develop confidence or just enjoy some social sailing, this is sure to be a fun day out with likeminded members.
The day starts at 9am at Port Hamble, returning by 5pm. Lunch will be on board, or at anchor (please bring your own lunch).

Motor training - RYA Advanced powerboat
2026-12-14 09:00 - 2026-12-15 17:00 | Island RIB 750 ‘Pure Kicks’, Port Hamble Marina, Satchell Lane, Hamble le Rice, SO31 4QD, United Kingdom
Advance your skippering with night navigation and rough-weather handling
Our Advanced Powerboat course is designed for members who are already confident operators and want to build the skills needed to run a powerboat safely in more challenging conditions and after dark. Building on the skills developed at intermediate level, this two‑day programme introduces a broader understanding of the role of the skipper, including how to deliver effective safety briefs, and manage their crew. With a strong focus on night navigation and pilotage, you’ll gain the confidence to run safe, structured passages, with training on the first day running into the evening and typically finishing around 2200.
You’ll also explore rough‑weather handling techniques, learning how to manage engine trim and speed to maintain control and comfort when conditions deteriorate. The course offers an excellent way to strengthen confidence when cruising after dark; pilotage, light recognition and navigation skills transfer directly to yachting, making it a valuable progression for sailors looking to enhance this skillset as well as powerboaters.
Working at a low ratio with an experienced instructor, you’ll refine your control at planing‑speed, apply advanced navigation techniques, and develop the mindset of a skipper; preparing you for more ambitious coastal passages and the RYA Advanced Powerboat Certificate of Competence.
What you’ll learn
– Deliver clear, structured safety briefs and apply the wider responsibilities expected of an advanced‑level skipper
– Plan and execute coastal passages at planing‑speed, including in more challenging or unfamiliar waters
– Apply advanced pilotage techniques by day and night using charts, lights, depths, transits and electronic navigation
– Recognise and interpret lights, marks and buoyage to maintain safe navigation by day and night
– Handle a high‑performance powerboat confidently in rough‑weather, managing trim, speed and boat attitude for control and comfort
– Integrate tides, weather and local effects into real‑time decision making
– Approach unfamiliar harbours and anchorages using structured, repeatable methods
– Manage emergency situations, including equipment failures and man‑overboard recovery
Who it’s for
Members who have completed the RYA Intermediate Powerboat course and want to extend their capability into more challenging coastal waters. Ideal for sailors looking to build night cruising confidence and refine navigation and pilotage skills, and for powerboaters preparing for more ambitious passages or working towards the RYA Advanced Powerboat CoC (certificate of competence).
Prerequisites
– Powerboat handling to the level of Intermediate Powerboat
– Navigation knowledge to the level of Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Offshore
– Minimum age 17
– VHF SRC operators certificate (recommended)
– First aid certificate (recommended)
