This Powerboat Handling Course is for those who are intending to become Sailing Instructors only or are an Assistant instructor and wish to support an instructor in a training course

Acceptance of participation in this course is subject to Altona Yacht Club PowerBoat captain and Training Coordinator Approval

Attendees must have a Victorian Power boat license, or intending to obtain one

Preference will be given to attendees that are demononstrating long term commitment to AYC's sailing and training program and have capability and capacity to fulfil the needs of these roles.

Course Overview
This one-day course is designed to improve your boat handling skills, especially in confined areas such as marinas and in swell and waves. You will learn more about engines and types of crafts and practise navigation techniques on a passage. In some instances, you can take your completion certificate to your State Maritime Regulator and gain the State Boat License. 

Course Prerequisites

Water confident. The skills and knowledge gained in Start Powerboating or equivalent power boating experience.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to further develop their powerboat driving skills. This course is also a prerequisite for becoming a Dinghy and/or Windsurfing Instructor.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Powerboat Handling completion certificate.