Introduction to Powerboating

Introduction to Powerboating

The aim of this powerboat course is to provide a short practical introduction to boat handling and safety on powerboats being used on all Irish waters. The course last 7 hours, there is no requirement for previous experience. Course content includes:

• Boat preparation
• Clothing and equipment
• Basic boat handling
• Planing and manoeuvring on the plane
• Leaving and coming alongside
• Securing to a mooring
• Anchoring
• Man Overboard
• Rules of the Road
• Regulations
• Safety on board
• Rope work
• Towing
• Weather
• Navigation & Pilotage
• Coastal Knowledge

All practical elements are performed as a crew member on a powerboat. Course material follows Irish Sailing’s syllabus.

Cost: €180 per person, discounts are available for a group of 3 booking together. Contact us for more information on info@gosailing.ie or call 087 0922913.

Qualification: The Irish Sailing’s Introduction to Powerboating Certificate