IRPCS for Day Skippers Tutorial Videos
Click the link below to subscribe to our channel to get all our videos as we publish them There are 41 different rules in the IRPCS. However, when you are…
Click the link below to subscribe to our channel to get all our videos as we publish them There are 41 different rules in the IRPCS. However, when you are…
This article will show you how to calculate clearance under bridges & cables. We often need to do this in order to see if our vessel can fit underneath. Or…
When we start taking our boats out we eventually get to the stage where we go out in the dark. That means we are going to see some different vessel…
Check out this YouTube video. It answers the question,'How do lifejackets work?'.It also shows you how to put one on so you can explain the process neatly in a safety…
The RYA Powerboat scheme that we specialise in teaching has a series of logical steps or building blocks to it. However, when you start looking at the powerboat training courses that are available it can sometimes be unclear what you need to do. Here we will explain to you the benefits of doing each course so you can decide how far you want to take your training. You can click on any of the icons on this page and get the specific details of each course we offer.
This article and video will explain to you what a tidal curve is. It will also guide you through how to use tidal curves. You can then predict the height…
Take a look at the distress signals video for a complete guide. The IRPCS or Colregs detail all the recognised distress signals for shipping. There are 15 recognised signals as…
A VHF Mayday call is a radio call used to summon the emergency services on the water. Or even help from another vessel if they are close by. It's a…
Diesel bug is a cause of many break downs for both sail and motor yachts alike. In this article I am going to explain what it is. Then, I am…
The term Day Shapes refers to a series of black geometric shapes that identify vessels as having certain special characteristics. I know what you're thinking. What the hell does that…