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You\u2019ll also explore rough\u2011weather 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.<\/p>\n
Working at a low ratio with an experienced instructor, you\u2019ll refine your control at planing\u2011speed, 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.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0 Deliver clear, structured safety briefs and apply the wider responsibilities expected of an advanced\u2011level skipper
\n–\u00a0 Plan and execute coastal passages at planing\u2011speed, including in more challenging or unfamiliar waters
\n–\u00a0 Apply advanced pilotage techniques by day and night using charts, lights, depths, transits and electronic navigation
\n–\u00a0 Recognise and interpret lights, marks and buoyage to maintain safe navigation by day and night
\n–\u00a0 Handle a high\u2011performance powerboat confidently in rough\u2011weather, managing trim, speed and boat attitude for control and comfort
\n–\u00a0 Integrate tides, weather and local effects into real\u2011time decision making
\n–\u00a0 Approach unfamiliar harbours and anchorages using structured, repeatable methods
\n–\u00a0 Manage emergency situations, including equipment failures and man\u2011overboard recovery<\/p>\n
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).<\/p>\n
–\u00a0 Powerboat handling to the level of Intermediate Powerboat
\n–\u00a0 Navigation knowledge to the level of Coastal Skipper \/ Yachtmaster Offshore
\n–\u00a0 Minimum age 17
\n–\u00a0 VHF SRC operators certificate (recommended)
\n–\u00a0 First aid certificate 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