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Name: RYA Marine Radio VHF 29th June
Start: 2024-06-29T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2024-06-29T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Dart Marine Academy

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Welcome to Dart Marine Academy, your premier destination for comprehensive powerboating and marine awareness training.

We are more than just a powerboating training centre; we are a community of passionate maritime professionals committed to fostering a culture of safety, expertise, and respect for the marine environment.

Our mission is to equip maritime enthusiasts and aspiring professionals with the knowledge, skills, and certifications necessary to navigate the waters safely and confidently. Through our range of meticulously designed RYA training courses, we aim to enhance the marine competency of individuals, promoting responsible boating and contributing to the safety of our maritime community.

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RYA Powerboat Level 1 & 2

Dive into the world of powerboating with our RYA-accredited training courses. From beginners to advanced skippers, our RYA Powerboat Level 1 and RYA Powerboat Level 2 are tailored to all levels, focusing on hands-on skills, safety at sea, and navigation techniques. Whether you’re looking to command your own vessel or simply seeking an adrenaline-fueled adventure on the water, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.

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RYA Day Skipper Theory

Master the art of skippering with our comprehensive RYA Day Skipper Theory course. This course covers essential theoretical knowledge for safe and efficient boat handling, including navigation, weather forecasting, seamanship, and collision regulations. Ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of maritime navigation and planning, our RYA Day Skipper Theory course is the cornerstone of becoming a competent skipper.

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RYA VHF Marine Radio

Communication is crucial at sea. Our RYA VHF Marine Radio course provides in-depth training on the proper use of VHF radio, including distress signalling, emergency procedures, and everyday operational communication. This vital certification is a must-have for any boater, ensuring you can effectively communicate in any situation.

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RYA First Aid

In this one-day course, you’ll learn from experienced instructors who are well-versed in the nuances of maritime first aid. The curriculum is carefully structured to ensure that participants are prepared for a wide range of situations, including managing injuries and medical emergencies while on water, understanding hypothermia and heat-related illnesses, dealing with drowning incidents, and providing CPR with a focus on the marine context.

Why choose us

We believe a well-informed mariner is a safe mariner. Whether you’re setting out for leisure or gearing up for a professional maritime career, our RYA training are crafted to elevate your powerboating and marine awareness to new heights. Embark on your maritime journey with us and discover the skills, confidence, and certifications you need to thrive on the water.

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Expert RYA Approved Instructors

Our team consists of seasoned maritime professionals with real-world experience. Passionate about sharing their knowledge, we ensure every trainee receives personalised attention and guidance.

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Practical Learning Environment

Located in the scenic Dartmouth, our training grounds based at 5 Market St, Dartmouth, United Kingdom, TQ6 9QE, offers the perfect blend of challenging and tranquil waters for a diverse learning experience.

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Comprehensive Training

Our RYA training courses are designed to cover every aspect of powerboating and marine theory, ensuring you walk away with a thorough understanding and confidence in your abilities.

RYA approved professional instructors.

RYA stands for Royal Yachting Association. Set up in 1875 as the Yacht Racing Association, the RYA has since become the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing and personal watercraft and a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising.

The RYA exists to get more people into boating and watersport activities, promote safe boating practices and raise the standards of yachting and sailing in the UK through its network of more than 2,400 RYA recognised training centres in more than 58 countries, and more than 1,500 RYA affiliated clubs.

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