Annual Refresher Training
The club run safetyboat duty refresher training at the start of each season (and later in the season too) for club members who already have Powerboat Level 2. These are free of charge to members but must be booked in advance.
Safetyboat Duty Refresher Training – Easter Bank Holiday Monday 29 March 2027 and Bank Holiday Monday 31 May 2027
Bookings close at 2pm on the Thursday before.
RYA Powerboat Courses
YDSC currently offers two powerboat courses which lead to RYA qualifications. These courses are only open to club members. If you are not a currently a club member you can join the club for a minimum period of 3 months in order to access the course- you can do this when booking. There is a fee for these courses. Full club members (minimum duration 1 year) can get a 67.67% discount on the course fee in return for carrying out safetyboat duties.
RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course
This 16 hour (2 day) course combines Level 1 and 2 together. It is course to learn how handle a powerboat safely. No previous experience is required. Minimum age 12 years. The cost of this course is £250 non-members plus an interim club membership for 3 months at £50. For full time club members taking on safetyboat duties the cost with the 67.67% discount will be £100. To apply for the discount, email .
Bookings close 7 days in advance.
Dates:
Fri 26- Sat 27 Mar 27
Sat 1- Sun 2 May 27
Tue 8- Wed 9 Jun 27
Tue 15 – Wed 16 Jun 27
Sat 10- Sun 11 July 27
Sat 31 Jul – Sun 1 Aug 2
Sat 22 – Sun 23 Aug 27
Tue 28 -Wed 29 Sep 27
Sat 23 – Sun 24 Oct 27
RYA Safetyboat Course
This 16 hour (2 day) course is only open to those who already hold a Powerboat Level 2 certificate. It is about learning how to assist other craft on the water – sailing boats, windsurfers, canoes etc. The syllabus covers things such as how to right a capsized boat, how to tow, how to help someone stuck on a lee shore. Ideal for those undertaking club safetyboat duties. The cost of this course is £170. Full members of YDSC can apply to for a 50% discount code.
Bookings close 7 days in advance.
Dates:
Sat 28 -Sun 29 Aug 27