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Two intensive days of hands-on RYA training on the Jurassic Coast — learn boat handling, man overboard recovery and basic navigation with small-group instruction out of Poole. Gain an internationally recognised RYA Level 2 qualification while practicing along cliffs and fossil-rich shores.
Two intensive days of hands-on RYA training on the Jurassic Coast — learn boat handling, man overboard recovery and basic navigation with small-group instruction out of Poole. Gain an internationally recognised RYA Level 2 qualification while practicing along cliffs and fossil-rich shores.
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Operated by New Wave Training · Poole, England
On the south coast of England, the RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course runs from Poole, delivering two days of hands-on instruction that turns weekend sailors into confident skippers. The course pairs classroom briefings with on-water training through Poole Harbour, out toward Old Harry Rocks and the wider Jurassic Coast, an exposed coastline of cliffs, limestone, sandstone, and fossil beds formed over 185 million years. The Jurassic Coast was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001, and training here gives learners an immediate geology-rich classroom to pair with seamanship.
With a maximum of three students per course, instructors deliver focused coaching on close-quarters manoeuvres, slow-speed handling, effects of wind and tide, man overboard recovery, and planing at higher speeds. Day one concentrates on boat control and situational awareness; day two moves into higher-speed manoeuvres and basic navigation, including buoyage, chart reading, and passage planning. Successful students leave with an internationally recognised RYA qualification plus practical confidence.
What sets this course apart is its combination of small group ratios, experienced RYA tutors, and direct exposure to a coastline used by commercial skippers, wildlife watchers, and local fishermen. You’ll practise recoveries against wave-cut platforms and watch seabirds wheel over chalk faces, learning the same coastal cues seasoned skippers use. Small groups mean more helm time, personalised feedback on trim and throttle control, and drills that translate directly to weekend outings and charter duties.
Logistics are straightforward: expect to be on-site from around 09:15 until roughly 17:30, depending on group size and conditions. Minimum age is 12, and while no prior experience is required, reasonable mobility and basic swimming are sensible. The operator’s cancellation policy allows refunds or rebooking within specified timeframes and offers alternatives if weather demands a change.
Instructors emphasise real-world scenarios like anchoring in sheltered coves, reading lee shores, and managing traffic in busy harbours. The course complements sea kayaking, wildlife cruises, and charter sailing in the area, creating a clear pathway into coastal boating. Weather and tides around Poole and Studland can change quickly; respect for local conditions is part of the curriculum.
Training on the Jurassic Coast leaves you with more than a certificate: it gives context for future trips, an understanding of local sea conditions, and the confidence to explore responsibly. Whether you sign up to broaden a career pathway or improve weekend plans.
Minimum age is 12; students under 18 must be accompanied by a fully paying adult unless agreed with the centre principal.
No prior experience is required; the course is suitable for all abilities and begins with basic boat handling.
On successful completion you receive the internationally recognised RYA Level 2 Powerboat certificate.
Group size is capped at a maximum of three participants to ensure focused, hands-on tuition.
Expect to be with the course from around 09:15 through until approximately 17:30; exact finish times can vary by group.
Cancel 21+ working days before for a refund (minus deposit), 14–21 days receive 50%, under 14 days no refund; weather cancellations are refunded, credited, or rebooked.
New Wave Training is a marine training provider based in Poole, England, delivering RYA-accredited courses along the Jurassic Coast. The company offers a focused portfolio of RYA courses including Personal Watercraft (Jetski) courses, PWC instructor training, Level 2, Intermediate and Advanced Powerboat courses, Tender Operator training for superyacht crews, and RYA First Aid sessions. All programs combine shore-based briefing with hands-on on-water coaching delivered by experienced instructors. Courses are structured for practical competence: short, intensive modules allow participants to gain recognised RYA qualifications and confidence in real coastal conditions. The RYA Personal Watercraft (JetSki) Instructor Course runs as a three-day programme to certify instructors; powerboat courses progress from Level 2 through Intermediate to Advanced powerboat skills; the Tender Operator course focuses on close-quarters handling and night navigation; and the one-day RYA First Aid course concentrates on CPR, hypothermia and marine emergency response. Training takes place on the Jurassic Coast around Poole, giving candidates access to diverse sea conditions that mirror professional operating environments. Equipment, safety procedures and course aims align with RYA standards, and emphasis is placed on risk management, signalling, navigation and emergency handling. New Wave Training promotes clear assessment criteria and practical examinations so learners leave with recognised certificates and demonstrable ability to operate safely at sea. For anyone seeking RYA qualifications or instructor endorsement on the south coast, New Wave Training provides concise, skills-focused programmes delivered in a professional marine setting. Courses suit beginners, recreational boaters and crew seeking recognised, practical marine qualifications on the south coast.
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