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HISC Safety Boat Course

Course Overview

To introduce the skills and techniques used in powerboats escorting racing fleets of dinghies, providing safety and rescue cover. This is a local aware designed for users of HISC. Skills maybe transferable.

Price

Click here for 2024 training price list  (HISC Safety Boat Lite)

Minimum Age

16 years old

Pre Requisites

RYA Powerboat Level 2. Some Sailing knowledge.

Dates

5th & 12th June (2, 17:30-20:30 evenings) 

3rd & 10th July (2, 17:30-20:30 evenings)

7th & 14th August (2, 17:30-20:30 evenings)

4th & 11th September (2, 17:30-20:30 evenings)

What to bring

Make sure you have the appropriate clothing for the weather. A wetsuit is encouraged, footwear you’re happy to get wet, layers if it’s cold, sun cream and a hat if it’s not and a buoyancy aid. Alternatively, the buoyancy aid can be rented from the club for a small fee.

Refreshments

During the summer, the snack bar will be open to purchase snacks, drinks, and lunch. The restaurant will also be open for dinner in the evenings.

Accommodation

Our Dunes and Stocker accommodation blocks offer a range of different rooms. From our admiral’s cabin through to the cadets’, there will be something suitable for everyone.

Parking

We have a large carpark onsite and down our causeway. However, if you are in a motorhome you will have to find alternative parking for overnight stays.