Chloe
We had a great experience, Justin is a brilliant, easy going instructor who explains things clearly and makes it fun, whilst feeling safe. We now feel equipped to head out as a family with our own paddleboard.
This two-day practical course is designed to give you the skills and confidence to safely operate a powerboat in familiar waters during daylight hours. It covers essential boat handling, safety, and basic navigation, and leads to the RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate.
On successful completion, you’ll also be eligible to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), which is required for boating abroad and is commonly needed for many UK-based marine and watersports roles.
You’ll learn how to safely launch and recover a powerboat using inland slipways. This includes preparing the boat, assessing conditions, safe driving on and off the trailer, and winching techniques where relevant.
The course covers essential pre-departure checks, ensuring the boat and safety equipment are ready for use. This includes buoyancy aids, kill cords, fuel management, basic safety equipment, and engine checks, all explained in the context of real-world use.
A major focus of the course is confident boat handling. You’ll practise low-speed control, close-quarters manoeuvring, planing speed handling, turning techniques, stopping distances, and emergency procedures such as man overboard recovery. You’ll also learn how wind affects boat control and how to compensate for it effectively.
While the course does not focus on tidal navigation, you’ll be introduced to basic chartwork, buoyage, and navigation principles relevant to inland and sheltered waters. Emphasis is placed on situational awareness, collision avoidance, and operating responsibly around other water users.
Short classroom sessions support the practical training and cover safety theory, navigation basics, buoyage, rules of the road, and an introduction to VHF radio procedures (where applicable).
Peak Venture Demo delivers RYA training with an emphasis on practical competence, clear instruction, and small group learning. Our instructors are RYA-qualified and experienced in delivering courses in inland and sheltered water environments.
09:00 – Review of Day 1 and plan for the day
09:30 – 12:00 – Practical handling session
12:00 – 14:00 – Lunch and passage planning exercises
14:00 – 17:00 – Final practical session and assessment
17:00 – Course review and certification
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course is a comprehensive two-day course designed to give you the skills and confidence to operate a powerboat safely in familiar waters during daylight hours. It covers essential boat handling, safety, and navigation skills, and provides you with a recognised certification that can be used to obtain the International Certificate of Competence (ICC).
No, you do not need to complete the RYA Powerboat Level 1 Course before enrolling in the Level 2 course. RYA Powerboat Level 2 is open to beginners and covers all the necessary foundational skills, so prior experience is not required.
You should bring clothing suitable for a day on the water, including waterproofs, warm layers, and non-slip footwear. Also, bring your own lunch or plan to purchase it locally. All necessary safety equipment, including lifejackets and buoyancy aids, will be provided.
You will be training on our RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats), which are ideal for learning due to their stability, safety, and ease of handling. These boats are maintained specifically for training purposes and are equipped with all the necessary safety gear.
Safety is our primary concern. If weather conditions are unsuitable for safe training, we will reschedule your course for another date. We will notify you as early as possible if there are any changes due to weather.
Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive the RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate. This certification allows you to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), which is often required for boating abroad and for certain boating jobs in the UK.
We maintain a low instructor-to-student ratio, with a limit of 3 people per course. This ensures that you receive personalised instruction and plenty of hands-on practice during the course.
Yes, after completing the RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course, you can apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), which is often required for driving or hiring a powerboat abroad. The ICC is also recognised as an entry requirement for many boating jobs in the UK.
Yes, we offer a one-day direct assessment for those with prior powerboating experience who want to obtain their RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate. This includes a morning coaching session followed by an afternoon assessment. If you're unsure whether this option is right for you, please contact us for guidance.
Yes, the price for this is £570. Please contact us to arrange a date.
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We had a great experience, Justin is a brilliant, easy going instructor who explains things clearly and makes it fun, whilst feeling safe. We now feel equipped to head out as a family with our own paddleboard.
Neil was great…guided us clearly and encouraged us before, during and after. We felt safe and confident due to his presence and had a really enjoyable time. We were a bit nervous at first but are so glad that we did it. What a fantastic experience.
My instructor was Tom, he was extremely good, made us feel safe and the experience very enjoyable. Would definitely use again
Justin of Mountain Memories was a fantastic guide. Very friendly and easy going. Plenty of stories to tell whilst we canoed - absolutely fantastic.
Absolutely loved it
Great experience
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