About the course This course is an online or classroom based course introducing navigation and safety awareness for new or inexperienced skippers and crew. It works well in complimenting our Helmsman practical course. The Classroom The classroom will comfortably accommodate six students as a maximum, the classroom has Wi-Fi, white board, 40” monitor for slide presentations. It also has heating and tea​/​coffee making facilities. Course content Charts and publications, safety, engine checks, buoyage, tidal awareness, visual and electronic navigation, pilotage, rules of the road, anchoring, weather forecasts and passage planning. Ability after the course To be able to venture out from your marina berth and enjoy your boating environment. Previous experience or knowledge None required. Age limit 18 Course structure The course will start at 0900. There will be a 15-minute break mid-morning, a 45-minute lunch break and a 15-minute afternoon break. The day will end at approximately 1830. The course is over 2 days and will take a total of 16 hours excluding breaks. There may be homework set.

Meeting Point/Location

The course will be run from the First 4 Boat Training classroom in Allington Marina, Castle Road, Allington, Maidstone, ME16 0NH. The marina has a private road leading to a gated entrance, the classroom is on the first floor accessed by wide metal stairs. The marina has toilets and showers on site. If you have difficulty climbing approximately 10 stairs, please advise me immediately.

Cancellations allowed up to 7 days before booking. After that, the provider's refund policy applies.

No cancellation within 7 days