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Learn to lead dive boats on County Kerry’s exposed coast with a two-day ISA Diver Coxswain Certificate. Small groups, hands-on helm time and local tidal knowledge make this course ideal for divers stepping up to skipper duties.
Learn to lead dive boats on County Kerry’s exposed coast with a two-day ISA Diver Coxswain Certificate. Small groups, hands-on helm time and local tidal knowledge make this course ideal for divers stepping up to skipper duties.
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Operated by Splash Sports Ltd. · Fahamore, County Kerry
On the tip of a low rocky peninsula in Fahamore, County Kerry, the ISA Diver Coxswain Certificate course teaches the practical skills needed to run a powerboat that deploys and recovers divers. Over two full days based from Harbour House B&B — the same building that houses Waterworld Diving centre — the program blends classroom briefings with hands-on water sessions that follow the tide. The coastline here is open Atlantic: short steep cliffs, rocky reefs and shingle bays where kelp fronds and gulls mark productive feeding grounds. Training scenarios cover boat handling, passage planning, coastal navigation, weather assessment, and dive-specific tasks such as laying shot lines, deploying lazy lines and supervising decompression stops. Instructors emphasise safe diver recovery, radio procedure and the “rules of the road,” with wreck-finding techniques and practical launch and recovery drills tied to local tidal patterns. Participants meet at 9am both days and typically finish around 5pm. Groups are kept small (maximum six), so candidates get repeated time at the helm and focused feedback. The course assumes a basic comfort on boats; holding a first-aid certificate and the Short Range Certificate (SRC) for VHF is strongly recommended but not mandatory. Minor classroom theory alternates with on-water practice, and the itinerary flexes with tides and sea state to prioritise realistic learning. Why book this with the Fahamore team? The course is rooted in local coastal knowledge: instructors operate from familiar waters that include narrow channels and off-shore reef patches that test planning and boat handling in real conditions. Harbour House B&B provides a practical staging point steps from the tender slip, letting students start each day without long transfers. Small group size, direct access to dive sites and the option for own-boat tuition make the offering especially useful for dive-skippers who want quick, applied progression. Practical notes: minimum age is 16; the course runs two consecutive days and offers a full refund if cancelled up to one week before the start date. Bring layered waterproof clothing, a small waterproof bag for personal items, and any required medication. Expect brisk wind, shifting tides and hands-on instruction — a fast route from confident crew to competent dive coxswain. Whether you are an experienced diver preparing to skipper a club boat or a crew member stepping up, the ISA Diver Coxswain Certificate at Fahamore condenses coastal seamanship into practical modules you can use immediately. Instructors stress judgement in changing conditions, efficient deck drills for diver recovery and sensible passage-making along rocky headlands. Because sessions follow local tides, students leave with hands-on experience launching and recovering divers, planning safe passages and using basic navigational tools — outcomes that make this course an investment for anyone responsible for others at sea.
Minimum age is 16 years old.
The course runs two consecutive days with sessions from approximately 9am to 5pm each day.
Successful participants receive the ISA Diver Coxswain Certificate upon meeting the syllabus requirements.
The course is run from Harbour House B&B at the tip of the peninsula, the same building as Waterworld Diving centre; meet there at 9am.
Full refund is available up to one week before the course start date.
Yes—own boat tuition is available on request; terms and conditions apply and should be arranged in advance.
Splash Sports Ltd. is a watersports provider based in Castlegregory, County Kerry, offering a range of coastal activities and on-site facilities. Situated on the Maharees peninsula, the business operates a lively aquapark anchored by the Water Bongo, a water trampoline that features a walk-the-plank and a slide into the sea. The Water Bongo is presented as an energetic, family-friendly inflatable suitable as an introduction to water inflatables and group play. Visitors can combine an aquapark session with additional activities promoted by the operator, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing in the surrounding waters of the Maharees. These options allow families, groups and individual visitors to mix play and paddle-based adventures in a scenic coastal setting. The site also includes the Béal Geal Sauna at Sandy Bay, described as a tranquil retreat with views toward the Slieve Mish Mountains. The sauna is noted as a quieter option for parents and older teens while younger children enjoy the Aquapark, enabling groups to remain together on the same shoreline while choosing different activity levels. A Summer Surf Camp is listed among the business’s offerings; interested parties should consult the operator’s booking information for session dates, age ranges, and registration details. Safety equipment and basic instruction are referenced in the activity descriptions; guests are advised to review any age, fitness, and booking requirements before arrival. The combination of aquapark attractions, paddle sports and a coastal sauna creates varied options for memorable days on the Maharees.
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