RYA Tender Operator

This two day course has been designed in conjunction with the Professional Yachting Association (PYA) and will enable students to competently operate a powerboat whilst carrying passengers during the day or night.

Particularly useful for anyone keen to pursue a career working with superyachts, this course builds on pre-existing knowledge, allowing plenty of time to practise working with a crew member, operate short-handed and perfect short ship-to-shore transfers by day and night.

Category: RYA Powerboat Courses (vessels under 10m)

Course Highlights

Skill Enhancement: Gain confidence in manoeuvring a powerboat smoothly. Practice working with a crew member and operating short-handed.
Pilotage: Learn essential skills in day and night pilotage. Emphasise short ship-to-shore transfers.
Passenger Management: Focus on the safe carriage and management of passengers.

Course Content

Passenger safety and comfort
Daytime pilotage
Night time pilotage
Emergency situations
Associated theory

Pre-Course Requirements

Students must;

Be a minimum age of 17 years
Be competent to the standard of RYA Level 2 Powerboat Handling with Coastal Endorsement
Hold a valid First Aid Certificate
Hold a VHF/SRC Licence
Knowledge to the level of RYA Day Skipper Theory is recommended

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It was a fun course, and Robin was a great instructor -  friendly, knowledgeable, and easy to learn from





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A brilliant, well instructed course. Very informative.





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