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RYA First Aid

Course Date

January 10, 2027

Event Description

One-day first aid course, designed with a boating perspective

From drowning to hypothermia, learn essential skills for emergencies faced on the water

Course overview

First aid from a boating perspective, covering the emergencies you actually face on the water. This course meets the first aid requirements for RYA Commercial Endorsement and Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster practical exams. This course is aimed at anyone who gets afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries, or cross-channel passages. Immediate action in an emergency at sea can save lives.

Course duration: 1 day, 0900 – 1700

What you’ll learn

CPR including the drowning protocol
Recovery position in a confined space
Cold shock and hypothermia
Seasickness and dehydration
Helicopter rescue procedures
Summoning medical assistance by VHF

Prerequisites

None
Minimum age: None

What you’ll achieve

RYA First Aid certificate. Valid for 3 years.

Instructor to student ratio

1 instructor to 12 students

Course Materials

RYA First Aid book

Assessment Method

Participants will be observed throughout the course

Ticket Options

Select Date

Bristol

12 Tickets remaining

£110

Total Price : £0

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to bring?

Notepad & pen
Lunch and snacks

What course(s) would be suitable after this?

RYA Powerboat Level 2 | RYA Commercial Endorsement pathway

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