RYA powerboat courses in Barcelona

The RYA Powerboat Level 2 Certificate, an international license

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Would you like to drive power boats like a RIB or a sportsboat? Then the Powerboat Level 2 course is perfect for you!

Powerboat Level 2

If you are looking for an international license to sail powerboats then you need to consider the Powerboat Level 2 certificate. It demonstrates that you have the skills to handle a boat safely while going at a higher speed in open waters.

This powerboat training course offers two intense practical sailing days on the water. The course covers the fundamentals of powerboat handling and essential theory courses as safety and collision regulations.

The set of power boating courses covers a very wide range of aspects. You will learn about the basics of safety equipment, weather and tides, and pre departure checks. Besides that, you will gain knowledge of topics like high speed manoeuveres, crew safety and collision regulations. The course also prepare you for several challenging scenarios like unexpected weather conditions or even a man overboard recovery.

There are no requirements to join this course but individuals must be at least 16 years of age. The course covers some theoretical aspects but is mainly focused on exciting practical training in the coastal waters of Barcelona. This course can be completed in 2 days.

Usually, the courses will be organized for groups up to 3 people. This is to ensure you’ll gain lots of hands on experience and have the opportunity to get personal advice and guidance.

Overall, an RYA powerboat license is crucial for anyone who wants become a confident and competent powerboat driver. Besides that, this sailing qualification implies that you are legally allowed to sail a powerboat up to 10 meters.

The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is also a prerequisite for crew working on superyachts. So, this sailing license is a crucial foundation if you ever want to work professionally on a boat.

Apart from the RYA Powerboat Level 2 qualifications, there are other powerboat boating courses on offer. These courses cover topics like VHF radio use, essential navigation and advanced boat handling techniques. Another option is the tender driver operator course. This course is specifically designed to teach super yacht crew the necessary skills to drive a tender safely in the dark.

Powerboat Level 1

Are you interested in getting to know the insights of handling a powerboat, but first want a introduction? Explore the Powerboat Level 1 training course, created for complete beginners. No specific experience or preparation is needed. The minimum age to register for this course is 8 and the whole course can be completed in 1 day.

During this course you get a short introduction to the insights and practices of a powerboat. The instructors will tell inform you about the launch, recovery and preparation of the boat. Besides, this course will cover boat handling, towing and pick up and securing to a mooring buoy.

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