The Safety Boat Operator Course provides the skills needed to support water based activities at your club, such as racing or learn to sail activities. 

The course will go over: equipment selection, race managements theory, racecourse design, communication techniques, rescue of other craft, lay and recover markers

 

Please be aware that the theory component of this course will be conducted online. Participants will be sent a link to the online webinar once they have registered. 

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The course is part of the nationally recognised Australian Sailing training scheme and is delivered by accredited instructors with extensive boating and training experience. 

 

Cost
Members $35 / Non members $200 includes:

* Powerboat text book and log book
* Use of the Club’s support boats during the course

To utilise an Active Kids voucher, enter the discount code 'Activekids', then enter the voucher code in the additional registration field. 

Pre requisites

Water confident. The skills and knowledge gained in Powerboat Handling or equivalent power boating experience.

 

Location
The practical component of this course will be held at the Royal Syndey Yacht Squadron. Participants need to bring their own food and water for the day. Wear clothes that you do not mind getting wet.

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Course Overview
This course provides the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools and outdoor recreation centres. You'll learn about race course design, practise on-water rescue of dinghies and gain an awareness of techniques to support kite surfers and kayaks.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident. The skills and knowledge gained in Powerboat Handling or equivalent power boating experience.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to support their Sailing Club as a support boat for either racing or learn to sail courses. This course is also a prerequisite for becoming a Sailing Coach.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Safety Boat Operator completion certificate.