Train with professional instructors who’ve been there, done that and trained the people who keep others safe at sea. Whether you’re brand new or brushing up your skills, we’ll help you build confidence and have a great time doing it.
Looking to get qualified and confident at the helm of a powerboat? Our RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is the perfect place to start.
Over two days, you’ll learn how to safely and confidently handle a powered craft in both harbour and coastal conditions. This is a practical, hands-on course with a relaxed, professional approach—ideal for beginners and those looking to sharpen their skills.
Decades of Real-World Experience
Our instructors aren’t just qualified—they’ve spent 15+ years on the water as commercial skippers, RNLI helmsmen, coastguards and Royal Naval aircrew. You’ll be learning from the best.
A Serious Boat for Serious Learning
Train aboard our 7.8m RIB Craft powered by a 250hp Suzuki engine, fully kitted out with commercial-grade safety gear and modern navigation tech.
An Ideal Training Ground
Based in West Bay, we benefit from excellent pontoon access and a calm, uncrowded harbour—perfect for learning without pressure.
Fun, Focused & Confidence-Building
We believe training should be enjoyable and empowering. You’ll come away feeling more skilled and more confident, without the stress.
| Duration: | 2 days |
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| Minimum Age: | 14 years old accompanied by an adult, 16 years upwards can be unaccompanied |
| What You'll Learn | Low and planing-speed handling Coming alongside and berthing Man overboard recovery techniques Navigation & pilotage Rules of the road (IRPCS) Safety and emergency procedures Short passage planning and execution |
| Materials Provided: | RYA Start Powerboating Handbook |
| Booking & Payment: | Places can be secured with full payment Book online here, call 07399 105 104 or email learn@lymebayseaschool.co.uk |
| Course Fee: | £320 one person booking £620 two people booking £895 three people booking |
| Ability after the course: | Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft |
| April | Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th |
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| May | Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th |
| June | Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st |
| July | Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th |
| August | Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th |
| September | Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th |
| October | TBC |
| Private Courses | If you’d like a 1:1 or private course to accommodate you and/or your group, weekend or mid week, please get in touch! |
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