RYA Helmsman Course
This two-day course covers basic boat handling, helmsmanship, safety and basic engine maintenance. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
Description
This course is hosted by Swansea Watersports and is based in Swansea Marina.
This course is ideal for new owners conscious of the difficulty and hazards of boat handling in the Marina. It is useful for crew as well as skipper. Apart from the obvious safety benefits of extra boat handlers on board, it adds interest if everyone can contribute to the trip.
If you are interested in joining, please follow the link to be redirected to the Swansea Watersports Helmsman course.
If you would like the course be hosted in Cardiff instead, please join one of the waitlisted dates to register your interest!
Course Content
- Boat preparation
- Boat handling
- Securing to a buoy
- Berthing alongside
- Man overboard
- Types of craft
- Engines and drives
- Engine operation and maintenance
- Safety and seamanship
- Rules of the road.
Minimum Age
12 Years Old
Prerequisites
No previous experience required
Instructor to Student ratio
1 Instructor to 4 Students
