Course Overview
This course provides the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools and outdoor recreation centres. You'll learn about race course design, practise on-water rescue of dinghies and gain an awareness of techniques to support kite surfers and kayaks.

The course will commence with an evening session where we cover all of the theory.  The following full day is on the water where you will apply your knowledge.

You will need to bring your own life jacket and appropriate clothing, food and water for a full day on the water.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident. The skills and knowledge gained in Powerboat Handling or equivalent power boating experience.

Please discuss with Andrew Livermore, Commodore if you are uncertain if this course is appropriate for you.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to support their Sailing Club as a support boat for either racing or learn to sail courses. This course is also a prerequisite for becoming a Sailing Coach.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Safety Boat Operator completion certificate. 

Course Overview 

The Safety Boat Operator (SBO) Certificate is achieved by completing two components: 

• Powerboat Program Essential Skills e-learning – The online theory course must be completed before attending this Powerboat Handling face-to-face course. 
• Safety Boat Operator Practical course – A practical course designed to develop the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools, and outdoor recreation centres. Participants will learn about race course design, practice on-water rescue of dinghies, and gain awareness of techniques to assist kite surfers and kayakers. 

Who should complete this course? 

This practical course is designed for participants to support their Sailing Club as a support boat for either racing or learn to sail courses. Attaining this course is a component of the SBO Certificate and that is also a requirement for becoming a Sailing Coach, and, or a Powerboat Instructor. 

Course Outcome 

You will gain your Safety Boat Operator certificate.