If you’re comfortable with the basics of powerboating, this 2 day RYA powerboat intermediate course in Southampton will take your skills to the next level, with practical experience of piloting and passage-planning on coastal waters during the day.
About the course
This is an intermediate level course for powerboat drivers who already have some basic skills, knowledge and experience. To join this course you must hold the RYA Level 2 National Powerboat certificate, with coastal endorsement. We also strongly recommended that you have:
current first aid and VHF/SRC operator's certificates
knowledge to the level of Day Skipper theory
After completing this course, you’ll be able to safely plan and execute short coastal passages by day.
Intermediate Powerboat courses are run on a maximum ratio of 1 instructor to 3 students.
What to bring with you
warm clothing
comfortable closed-toe shoes
lunch and snacks
water bottle
sunscreen and sunglasses
hat
gloves
head torch
your powerboat logbook
What we provide
boats (6.5 metre Gemini RIBS)
life jackets
waterproof jackets and trousers
certificates
Dates and times
All courses are taught on a Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm.
2025
18 and 19 October
22 and 23 November
2026
14 and 15 March
16 and 17 May
1 and 2 August
5 and 6 December
Prices
Our courses are available to everyone, but Southampton Sport members can book at a discounted rate.
You can cancel or reschedule a booking by contacting the Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre. Your options depend on how much notice you give us. Notice periods are based on the date of your booking, not on the start time.
Notice given
Refund options
Notice given
:
7 days or more
Refund options
:
Full refund or reschedule to another date
Notice given
:
Between 48 hours and 7 days
Refund options
:
Full refund if you present a doctor’s note stating why you can't complete your booking
Notice given
:
Less than 48 hours
Refund options
:
No refund available
When we might cancel your booking
We might need to cancel a booking if:
the weather means we cannot safely run a course
staff members are sick and their absence cannot be covered
we cannot meet our minimum student-instructor ratio
If we need to cancel your booking, we’ll always try to give you at least 24 hours' notice. We’ll also offer to reschedule your booking.
