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Leisure

From introductory courses to those looking to refine their skills.

Why choose us

Whether you're new to boating or building towards a professional qualification, our leisure courses cover everything from your first powerboat course to advanced certification. We're best known for our RYA Powerboat Level 2, the most popular starting point for anyone wanting to drive a boat with confidence, whether that's for holidays, weekends on the water, or as a step towards something more serious. From there, our courses progress through navigation, safety, and survival training, all the way up to Yachtmaster.

Courses for Leisure

Powerboat Level 2

The essential qualification for handling a powerboat, ideal for holidays, weekends afloat, or as the first step towards a commercial endorsement.

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VHF Marine Radio

Learn to use marine radio confidently and safely, an essential skill for anyone heading out on the water.

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Sea Survival

Practical training in what to do if things go wrong at sea, covering emergency procedures and staying safe until help arrives.

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RYA First Aid

First aid training designed specifically for life on the water, covering the kind of injuries and situations boaters actually encounter.

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Ready to get on the water?

We also offer a full range of progression courses, including Day Skipper, Yachtmaster, and Powerboat Level 2 Intermediate and Advanced.

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What customers say

I attended the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course at Portishead Marina. The facilities are excellent with everything at hand right by the marina. We got plenty of practical experience and time at the helm. I learnt a great deal, having little practical experience of the subject before arrival and found the course invaluable. Highly recommended.

Simon Jones

Just successfully completed the RYA Day Skipper shore-based course. There's a definitely a lot of topics to get through the instructor delivered these in a way which brought the theory to life and aided retention resulting in all 8 of his students passing the exams. Overall, high-quality tuition, fantastic location and an opportunity to meet brilliant fellow students.

Colin Reid