Powerboat handling ia a comprehensive course where, in just a few sessions, you'll master essential skills like safe maneuvering, docking, and emergency procedures. Dive into the intricacies of boat maintenance and gain the confidence to navigate various conditions. Whether you're a novice or seeking to refine your abilities, this course will empower you to take the helm of powerboats with expertise and assurance.

New to Sailing? If you would like to do this course and are new to sailing, click REGISTER and look for the SIGN UP button on the next page to create an Australian Sailing profile.

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Course Overview 

The Safety Boat Operator (SBO) Certificate is achieved by completing two components: 

• Powerboat Program Essential Skills e-learning – The online theory course must be completed before attending this Safety Boat Operator face-to-face course. 
• Safety Boat Operator Practical course – A practical course designed to develop the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools, and outdoor recreation centres. Participants will learn about race course design, practice on-water rescue of dinghies, and gain awareness of techniques to assist kite surfers and kayakers. 

Who should complete this course? 

This practical course is designed for participants to support their Sailing Club as a support boat for either racing or learn to sail courses. Attaining this course is a component of the SBO Certificate and that is also a requirement for becoming a Sailing Coach, and, or a Powerboat Instructor. 

Course Outcome 

You will gain your Safety Boat Operator certificate.