RYA Motor Cruiser Training
We offer a variety of Motor Cruising Courses to choose from, so whether you’re just getting started in the world of motor cruising or you’re working your way up to the highest level of the RYA Training Scheme, the Yachtmaster Exams, we’ve got something for you.
RYA Motor Cruising Courses
People who own power boats longer than 7 metres and are interested in receiving instruction to skipper their vessels in a way that is both safe and competent should enrol in the RYA Motor Cruising scheme. We provide training programmes that range from the Helmsman certificate, which is designed for novices, to the Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence, which is designed for people with more experience who want to skipper boats over longer distances at sea or for a living. Completeing the Day Skipper Practical qualifies you to apply to the RYA for your International certificate of Competence (ICC) up to 24m.
All of our training will be conducted aboard a luxury Fairline Targa 43, which is a multi-purpose express cruiser that has been incredibly well-designed.
Helmsman, International Certificate of Competence (ICC), Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster scheduled courses are held at Ocean Village Marina, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3XB UK and in the Solent area.
- Private and highly personalised Motor Cruising training is available on a one two one basis
Own Boat Tuition
Every RYA Motor Cruising course may be completed aboard a vessel that you own. The RYA mandates that the boat must be longer than 7 metres, shaft-driven by a single, a pair of inboard engines, or potentially a stern drive, and equipped with a sleeping cabin and a galley.
Own Boat Tuition can follow a RYA syllabus to obtain a boat licence or we can tailor the tuition specifically to your personal requirements so you gain the maximum confidence out of the training.
Courses can be conducted in Southampton, Hampshire, Hamble, Portsmouth, Lymington, Chichester, Cowes, Poole, Isle of Wight, or anywhere on the South Coast, elsewhere in the UK or in the Europe
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Helmsman
The Helmsman’s, two day, practical course covers basic boat handling, engine checks and safety.
International Certificate of Competence
For skippers interested in using their boat or chartering abroad where proof of competence is required.
Day Skipper
The Day Skipper practical course gives you a chance to take charge on short passages under instruction with plenty of advice and help from the instructor.
Coastal Skipper
The Coastal Skipper course is for the more ambitious motor cruising skipper who can improve his or her skills on a Coastal Skipper Course.
Yachtmaster Preparation
Yachtmaster candidates will set tasks to demonstrate their ability as skipper of an offshore motor yacht, including questions on collision avoidance, navigation, pilotage, meteorology and boat handling.
Why choose Duck-2-Water?
Our aim is to provide a full and comprehensive service to boating enthusiasts. If you would like to buy your first boat, we are here to listen to what you are trying to achieve and give completely impartial advice, so that you purchase the right yacht charter for you. When you need to gain confidence or qualifications, our RYA Sea School can help at all levels.