Training » RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course

Provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver with a focus on safety and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It aims to teach boat handling and seamanship in powerboats. It focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planning speed, and collision regulations.

Please be aware we don't aim to personally go in the water but the boat is operating in wet conditions therefore please ensure you bring appropriate waterproof / warm clothing / footwear.

Course Booking Terms & Conditions

1. The full course/tuition fee is payable before the course, only then is your place on the course confirmed.

2. A minimum of four participants are required for courses to run. Courses not achieving this may be rescheduled.

3. In the event of unsuitable weather or unexpected shortage of appropriately qualified instructors, the whole course or affected part of the course may have to be rescheduled. In either event you will be offered an alternative date or a refund.

4. On all courses (except Instructor courses and Instructor Endorsements) we require 14 days notice prior to the course start date for a refund. For Instructor courses and Instructor Endorsements we require 2 month notice prior to the course start date for a refund. All refunds need to be requested in writing to the Principal Training Officer.

5. In the event that a course participant, through illness or otherwise, misses the start of (or any other part of) the course The Chase Sailing Club are under no obligation to offer completion of the course or any refund or to transfer the booking.

6. The Chase Sailing Club will not accept liability for loss of or damage to any participants' personal equipment or personal effects.

7. Course participants using their own equipment do so at their own risk and The Chase Sailing Club will accept no liability for damage or loss howsoever caused and must have suitable insurance cover and minimum buoyancy.

8. The Chase Sailing Club reserves the right to vary course details, dates and prices without prior notice.

9. All course participants must comply with the Instructors guidance and instruction.

Last updated 9:53pm on 14 February 2026