About The Course
The RYA powerboat instructor is an experienced Level 2 (or above) powerboater that has undertaken and successfully passed the instructor training course. The course is conducted over 3 days and will contain a number of elements, including:
- The theory of teaching
- Delivery of practical subjects
- Preparation and use of visual aids
- Lesson planning/teaching styles.
- Practical driving
- Reviewing/feedback
- RYA Standards and structure of the RYA Powerboat Scheme
- Assessing student ability and developing skills
During the course, the candidate will receive input from the trainer and also form the other candidates.
The course will be moderated by an external moderator (an RYA Powerboat Trainer) who has not been associated with the course.
Assumed Knowledge
Candidates for the course must:
- Hold the RYA National Powerboat Certificate Level 2.
- Hold a valid first aid certificate (RYA approved).
- Be an RYA Member
- Possess at least 5 years’ experience of practical powerboating in a variety and types of boat. For those who are powerboating full-time, this may be reduced to one season.
- Be a minimum age of 18 years old. No candidates under this age will be accepted onto a training course.
- Before being accepted onto a training course, candidates must enrol onto and successfully pass the RYA Powerboat Instructor Skills Asssessment.
- Candidates wishing to be able to teach the RYA Safety Boat Course must firstly hold the award themselves.
Duration
3 full days.
Course Literature
The following literature will be required for the course. You can order via PPSA with 10 days notice and your books will be avaiable to you when you join the course.
Mandatory
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Additional Reading
Recommended
On Completion
Successful candidates will be issued with an RYA Instructor certificate, which will be valid for five years if supported by an approved first aid certificate.
Course Dates
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Next Steps
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RYA Membership
Become a member of the Royal Yachting Association, our national governing body, just click the banner to find out more and sign up. Your membership will keep you informed and up to date on everything to do with sailing and powerboating both in the UK and further afield. Membership supports the improvement and development of the national boating programs in which you are taking part. You’ll also gain access to lots of great deals through the RYA.
Accommodation
