...the only dedicated, commercial water activity centre on the Isle of Man offering dinghy sailing tuition, multi-activity courses, equipment hire, retail and much more.
With all our instructors being fully qualified we are able to provide a wide range of courses to suit all ages and sailing levels. We have courses for juniors, adults, family and group bookings.
Based in the picturesque fishing village of Port Erin on the south west coast of the Island.
This course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to become a competent powerboat driver. By the end of this course you will be a self-sufficient powerboater in favourable conditions. Upon successful completion you will receive the RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate, with this certificate you are then able to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC).
Course content includes;
- close quarters handling
- high speed manoeuvres
- picking up a mooring
- anchoring
- towing
- collision regulations
- man-overboard recovery
Theory sessions include;
- pre-launch checks
- weather and tidal considerations
- basic chartwork, compass and GPS use.
2010 Dates;
- 17th & 18th April
- 15th & 16th May
- 12th & 13th June
- 10th & 11th July
- 24th & 25th July
- 7th & 8th August
- 21st & 22nd August
- 18th & 19th September
- Youth Courses: 3rd & 4th August, 24th & 25th August
- Additional dates can be arranged by request
The course fee is £254 per person and includes RYA course notes, logbook and certifcate, tea or coffee and biscuits. Lifejackets are provided and waterproofs are available if required.