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RYA Powerboat Level 1 Course Glasgow
Learn to drive a powerboat with confidence on the River Clyde. The RYA Powerboat Level 1 course is the perfect one-day introduction for beginners — hands-on, fun, and led by expert instructors.
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£185 per person
Duration
1 day
Ages
Min Age 8+
Student : Instructor
3 : 1
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Course Details
An exciting introduction to powerboating, gain confidence in safety and boat handling skills perfect for crew or the kids. You are under no pressure and most importantly it's great fun!
What's Included
Use of RIB (including fuel)
Experienced, friendly and professional RYA instructors
RYA certificate upon successful completion
Why this course?
For anyone wanting to try out powerboating, this is the ideal course. Even though it’s goal is to teach significant things about boat handling and safety you are under no pressure and importantly it’s great fun!
Since the Level 1 course is available to most age groups and powerboating is a very family oriented activity It’s also a great way to introduce the kids to safety on the water.
Skills gained
- Confidently control a powerboat at low speed
- Understand essential safety on the water
- Perform basic manoeuvres and boat handling
- Build a strong foundation for Level 2
Prior knowledge
No prior knowledge or experience is required to undertake this course!
Appropriate clothing: Weather conditions on the water can change quickly. Please bring warm, waterproof clothing to stay comfortable. We do not provide clothing.
Topics covered on the RYA Powerboat Level 1 course
In just one day, you’ll learn how to safely control a boat, handle real on-the-water situations and build confidence behind the helm with expert RYA instructors.
Essential Course
Information
Everything you need to know before your course, including meeting point details, FAQs, and important information.
Location
The course will start and end at:
Seaforce Powerboats, Kelvin Harbour, 150 Pointhouse Place, Glasgow, G3 8RS
Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Next to Riverside Museum & Tall Ship. Easily accessible by walking, cycling, car, bus, train, and subway.
Parking Update – Please Plan Ahead
Riverside Museum car park capacity has been significantly reduced and spaces are now very limited. Please plan ahead, allow extra time, or consider alternative transport.
Course Timings
Start Time
The course will start at 0900. Please arrive on time.
Lunch Time
We usually take 30 minutes for a lunch break. You are welcome to use our kitchen to heat your food. We have a Kettle, Microwave, Small oven, and utensils. You can also head out to the museum for lunch, or pop across to the bakeries in Govan.
Finish Time
The course should finish at 1500, however we may finish earlier or later depending on your progress. Please let us know if you need flexibility with timings and we can work around you.
FAQs
You may experience some spray depending on conditions, but generally you’ll stay dry unless it’s raining.
Wear warm, comfortable clothing suitable for the weather, including waterproofs. Conditions can change quickly on the water. We do not provide clothing.
The course is mainly practical, with time spent on the water learning by doing, supported by some short theory sessions.
Your safety is our priority. If conditions are unsuitable, we will contact you to rearrange your course.
Most people continue to RYA Powerboat Level 2, where you’ll gain more advanced skills and the confidence to operate a powerboat independently.
Level 1 is an introduction. Most people progress to Powerboat Level 2, which is the recognised standard for independent boating and can be used for ICC applications (being able to drive boats abroad).
Absolutely - this course is specifically designed to give beginners a safe, enjoyable and confidence-building first experience on the water.
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