The aim of this course is to provide assistant instructors and instructors with the theoretical knowledge to pass the SBSS and Powerboat pre-entry as well as participants with the entry level knowledge required to safely navigate a boat by day and by night in coastal waters with which they are familiar.

This course is intended as preparation for; • Intermediate/ Advanced Powerboat Certificate • Advanced Small Boat Sailing Scheme Modules (Dinghy, Keelboat, Catamaran) •

It is recommended that participants have one of the below practical certificates, however this course may be taken as a standalone module by those with a particular interest in this area:

• National Powerboat Certificate

• Improving Skills Certificate

• Competent Crew Certificate

• Helmsman Certificate.

The course will be run over 1.5 days and will be delivered by an experienced yachtmaster trainer.

The course is entirely shorebased.

The cost of the course includes the Irish Sailing small boat chartwork Excercise pack, value €15.

There is no assessment for this course.

Participants attending the entire course and who have demonstrated an understanding of the principals taught may receive a certificate of completion.

Coastal Navigation for small boats - Pre-entry Candidates & Instructors