Blackpool & Fleetwood Yacht Club
Powerboat Courses
The primary course that we offer is RYA Level 2 Powerboat (PB2). This assumes no previous experience of powerboats and will cover aspects such as launching/recovery, close quarters boat handling, planing speed manoeuvres man overboard recovery and collision regulations. Holders may apply to the RYA to obtain an International Certificate of Competence (ICC) up to 10m . We also offer RYA Safety Boat training as required.
Questions or Comments? Contact Training Secretary here
Boat Handling,
RYA PB 2
Description: The recognised minimum standard for powerboat skippers.
Duration: 2 days
Entry requirements: None
Course components: launch and recovery, close quarter boat handling, planing speed manoeuvres, man overboard recovery, and collision regulations.
Cost: £100 B&FYC members, £190 non-members.
Next courses: 2025 dates are currently being planned. Contact training sec for further information (email enquiries@bfyc.org.uk )
RYA SAFETY BOAT
Description: Aimed at more experienced powerboat sailors.
Duration: 2 days
Entry requirements: must hold RYA PB2 qualification.
Course components: boat handling, recovery and towing of various powered and non-powered watercraft. Safety cover for racing and race management assistance.
Cost: £90 B&FYC members, £180 non-members.
Next course: Please contact the Training Sec to arrange (email enquiries@ bfyc.org.uk)