BISHAM ABBEY SAILING & NAVIGATION SCHOOL Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre Bisham, Near Marlow, Bucks, SL7 1RT Tel: 01628 474960

We are proud to announce that our Instructor Tom Sowerby has been awarded 'RYA Inland Waterways Instructor of the Year 2007'!  See below for photo.

RYA Powerboat Levels 1 & 2

The aim of the two day Level 1 & 2 Powerboat course is to provide a practical introduction to boat handling and associated knowledge. The course is conducted with a maximum 3:1 student to Instructor ratio using a variety of craft and is suitable for those with little or no previous experience. A one day assessment course is available for those with previous knowledge and experience.

This course is suited for people who wish to drive mainly small, open sports type boats whether for their own pleasure or in connection with another activity such as sailing, sub-aqua diving, canoeing or water ski-ing. There is no age limit for powerboat courses but the RYA would not recommend under 16's being left in charge of a powerboat without supervision. If you have what may be classed as a 'leisure / cruising' craft you will probably benefit more from the RYA Inland Waters Helmsman's Certificate course. Take a look at the Powerboat Level 1 & 2 syllabus below, or the Inland Waters Helmsman's Certificate syllabus. If you have any doubts regarding which course would be the most suitable for you please do not hesitate to get in touch and we can chat through your requirements.

Tuition fees are £280 (inc. VAT) per person (£295 from 01.01.08) and £165 (inc VAT) (£175 from 01.01.08) for the one day assessment. Courses are arranged by mutual agreement. When we have confirmed a mutually agreeable date you can forward the completed application form together with your cheque to secure your booking.

You will need to bring a packed lunch, waterproof clothing and suitable soft-soled shoes. The course timings are 0930hrs. start and finish approximately 1700hrs

Tom Sowerby - RYA Inland Waterways Instructor of the Year 2007

Royal Yachting Association
POWERBOAT LEVEL 1 & 2
SYLLABUS

provides a practical introduction to boat handling skills including, Preparation Launching and recovering, safety equipment, pre-start checks, personal buoyancy

Starting and stopping, use of kill cord, steering controls, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, being towed.

International Rules for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea, rope work, awareness of other water users.

provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence.

Launching and recovering, safety equipment, lines and fenders, fuel tanks.

Effect of current or tide, high and low speed manoeuvring, propeller controls, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, man overboard.

Types of craft and engine, maintenance checks, International Rules for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea, weather forecasts.



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Updated 17 October 2007 S