PWC/Jetski Training
We run our courses throughout the year and yes we go afloat in January when some of the pictures were taken .
The Solent is an excellent place to learn how to use your PWC /Jetski with many great places to visit and dedicated Jetski areas.
Previous Experience Not Required, minimum age 12 those under 16 will have their certificate endorsed.
Recommended reading RYA Introduction to Personal Watercraft G35 available www.rya.org.uk
This course is ideal for those new to the sport and interested in learning how to use their craft with confidence , responsibly and above all safely .Or for old hands with experience but no qualification. A passport size photograph is required for your certificate.
It is a requirement with some Harbour Authorities that you hold this certificate and is also needed if you wish to use your PWC abroad.
If you have recently purchased a new PWC this will come with a training voucher that you can use for this course.
Keep in touch with our sports news's and developments visit www.pwpuk.org or for the best magazine on the subject www.jetskier.co.uk or have a look at www.solentskiers.org.uk for useful information on safety , launching sites , tides and a forum for chat and information on anything to do with PWC 's and Jetski's
The course last’s one day and it includes the use of the schools ski and buoyancy aid . It does not include shoes or wet suit /dry suit please bring one for the course. We can hire you one for £5.00 please state your size on the booking form .
RYA PWC Certificate of Proficiency £145 per person
£15 fee payable to RYA or free if a member for your certificate
Subjects covered:- -
Safety and Personal equipment required
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Launching and recovery
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Familiarisation with craft
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Slow speed driving
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Falling off and how to re-board
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Stopping distances
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Capsize and re righting
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High speed manoeuvres
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Passage making
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Tides
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Identifying Navigation Buoys and Marks
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Rules of the Road
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Identifying a potential Collision and how to make the correct avoiding action
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Slalom driving
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Towing
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Knots
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Sources of Weather information and how it will effect us
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Speed limits and local byelaws
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Respect to other water users.
One to one tuition £215
A good way to maximise your time afloat with your Instructor
Own PWC Tuition £100 per person
Subject to you informing your insurers and having the minimum of safety equipment a maximum of 3 persons can be taught providing the craft has been designed for this use.
RYA Powerboat Instructors Conversion £150
If you are an existing Powerboat Instructor and hold the RYA PWC Certificate of Proficiency then you can attend a one day conversion course . You will be asked to demonstrate both practical and theory sessions from the syllabus.
RYA PWC 3 Day Instructors Course £325
A minimum of two years experience is required.
Starting from day one you will be learning teaching techniques and styles, and course delivery from the syllabus . You will be asked to deliver a theory session from the syllabus on day two and three . Your teaching and practical driving skills and knowledge will be assessed by an independent moderator on day 3 . Successful Candidates will be able to teach the RYA PWC Proficiency Course at RYA Training Centres.
Other PWC Courses
We are the First Commercial School in the UK that can offer the Royal Lifesaving Society UK PWC/ RWC Module
RLSS UK Personal Rescue Water Craft Module £ 250 two day course
This course is only open to those who hold the Royal Lifesaving Society UK National Beach Lifeguard Qualification. You must also hold your RYA PWC Proficiency Award.
Subjects Covered: -
Launch and Recovery from Beach
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Riding in Waves/Surf Conditions
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Drop off and Pick ups with lifeguard.
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Rescue Techniques using a sled for conscious and unconscious casualties, multiple rescues . This is the core part of the course and will involve scenarios for you to deal with.
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Equipment required
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Communication VHF and Hand Signals
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Team Work
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Patrols and Zoning
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RWC Maintenance and Engine Trouble Shooting.
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