Welcome to

R. P. M. Sea School

If your are involved with small boats at whatever level, becoming more proficient means becoming safer – that means being more relaxed and having more fun!

The RYA’s National Powerboat Scheme is for those who use small powerboats for leisure or work, whether for their own sake or in connection with another activity such as sailing or rescue.

The course takes place over two days and is a combination of practical and shorebased skills. By taking your course at our RYA Recognised Training Centre you can expect to be taught by an experienced, qualified instructor on our school boat with a maximum of three students. You can enter the scheme at any level even  children aged as young as 12 can take the Level 2 course. Please call us for more information and free to call us to discuss your requirements before booking your course.

This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to drive a boat under power and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It includes Close quarters handling, high speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery and collision regulations. The course can be taken inland or on the coast and your certificate will be endorsed accordingly.

RPM Sea School is a professional RYA Training Centre, recognised to provide training and assessment under the National Powerboat Scheme for levels 1 and 2, First Aid, VHF (DSC) and International Certificate of Competence. Our Training facilities are classroom based at the Boating Centre and on water at Lyme Regis.

RYA Training Level 2

The RYA level 2 course will provide the skills and background knowledge, needed by the competent power boat driver and is the basis for the international certificate of competence. The aim is to teach boat handling and seamanship in a variety of conditions.


Practical:
Launching and recovery
Preparation of boat
Boat handling, at low and high speed
Securing to a buoy anchoring
Leaving and coming alongside
Man over board
Disabled craft
Towing and being towed

Shore Based:
Types of craft
Engines and Drives
Ancillary and safety equipment
Rules of the road
Routine maintenance
Weather forecasts
Communication with other craft

Coastal:
Apply the above on coastal water
Charts and coastal systems
Tidal systems

Course Fees

Per Person
One student £465.00
Two students sharing the cost £295.00 each
Three students sharing the cost £225.00 each

How to make a booking
Please call us to arrange the suitable dates and to request a Booking Form
Return the Booking Form with payment
(At least 7 Days Before Course Commencement)
Turn up!

What you will need
Suitable clothing i.e., trousers/shorts (not denim as it retains moisture)
Thin layers insulate better, T/Shirt/Top/Sweater or fleece
Warm hat/sun hat
Waterproofs/Dry Suit
Suitable Footwear
Additional Change of Clothing/Towel
Past Log Books or Evidence of Experience
Packed Lunch/Hot drink