A Ribeye is a seriously powerful craft so it is wise to take professional instruction, to learn local rules and regulations and always wear a life preserver when boating.

Ribeye offer a training service to anyone not experienced with RIBs so that you can learn the ropes. You can choose from many courses in line with your experience. The Royal Yachting Association qualifications gained are recognised world-wide.

The "National Powerboat Certificate" is the course we recommend for customers new to the sport. Obtaining this certificate will also enable you to gain the "International Certificate of Competence". The ICC is now needed in all E.C. countries in order to use your RIB in their waters.

For more experienced customers who wish to use their RIBs for coastal passage making and cruising by day and by night the RYA "Advanced Powerboat course" is more appropriat

Your Ribeye Sales Centre will be able to recommend a local Ribeye preferred school who will make contact with you to discuss a powerboat course to meet your needs.

The following are Ribeye preferred schools:

The centre is run from the heart of Fowey, Cornwall and is fully recognized by the RYA for theory / practical powerboat and yachting courses. We are fortunate to operate all year round due to the warmer Cornish climate.

We enjoy a Ribeye 650 powered by a 4 stroke Yamaha 115HP outboard, a great combination! The centre also provides own boat training / familiarization and ladies only courses (female instructor). Our classrooms are equipped with the latest facilities including interactive whiteboards for theory based courses such as Radar, VHF and First Aid. We also have a pool within walking distance for sea survival courses, whilst Fowey harbour provides a beautiful backdrop with a variety of challenges.

Accommodation can be provided locally (we are happy to help) to make your power boating weekend a memorable short break.

Should you wish to talk to us, please give us a call and we’ll be happy to help.

Fowey Maritime Centre
20 Lostwithiel Street, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1BE
t. +44 (0)1726 833924 f. +44 (0)1726 834924
e. info@foweymaritimecentre.com
www.foweymaritimecentre.com

Shell Bay Watersports offer RYA tuition and powerboat and RIB handling courses using a Sports 650.

Shell Bay Watersports
Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, BH19 3BA
t. 01929 450399
e. info@shellbay.co.uk
www.shellbay.co.uk

East Anglian Sea School offer sail, motor and powerboat instruction courses, yacht charters and corporate days out. East Anglian Sea School use a Sports 785 for training and corporate events.

East Anglian Sea School
Suffolk Yacht Harbour
Levington, Ipswich, Suffolk, England, IP10 0LN
t. 01473 659992 f. +44 (0)1726 834924
e. sales@eastanglianseaschool.com
www.eastanglianseaschool.com

Based in Dartmouth, Devon on the beautiful River Dart. This long, high sided, deep water river makes a perfect place to learn Power Boating at any time of year, from rough weather boat handling to close quarter manoeuvring. Our highly trained, friendly instructors will ensure you enjoy your course as well as improve your skill base. We are an RYA accredited school so are able to teach all the Powerboat Courses from beginner to advanced.

Bring your own boat or use our school boat: a Ribeye Playtime 600. We can arrange accommodation locally, even directly on the River at the Res Nova Floating Inn where you can moor your boat directly alongside.

Dart Harbour Sea School Ltd
24 South Town, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9BX.

t. 01803 839339

e. info@dartharbourseaschool.co.uk
www.dartharbourseaschool.co.uk

Swansea Watersports is based in Swansea Marina, in the Old Pilot House, opposite theTawe Lock. We are open 7 days a week all year around.

At Swansea Watersports we are committed to offering you an expert level of activity, with fun but with safety being paramount.
Swansea Watersports is an ‘coastal’ RYA Powerboat teaching establishment and offers a wide selection of courses. Due to increasing growth in powerboat regulations it is important that you determine the boating you want to do.
At Swansea Watersports we offer:
RYA Powerboat Level 1
RYA Powerboat Level 2

RYA Intermediate Powerboat
RYA Advanced Powerboat Training
RYA Safety Boat Course
Specialized Powerboat Course

What ever your level of experience from complete beginner or if you are looking to improve your skills, we are here to help you. Our courses are designed to develop your skills and introduce you to new skills subsequently helping your confidence and ability to grow.
Ceri Davies
Swansea Watersports
t: 07989839878
e: info@swanseawatersports.com
www.swanseawatersports.com

Manley Mere Rib Centre is situated in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, 7 miles fromChester and easily accessible from Liverpool & Manchester.
RYA Powerboat courses on offer:
Powerboat Level 1 & 2
Safety Boat
International Certificate of Competence
Own Boat Tuition
Taster courses
Junior Powerboat Courses.

Day One of the Two day course is held at Manley Mere, a privately owned lake. Day Two is held at West Kirby,
on the Dee Estuary, to complete the tidal and navigation requirements.
A range of Ribeyes and Ribtecs are used for the courses.
A great venue, with a shop, Restaurant & Bar, Adventure Trail and a variety of watersport activities to keep the the rest of the family busy. Courses are run on demand throughout the year.

To Book your course phone:01928 740243               
e. info@manleymere.co.uk
For directions and more information see www.manleymere.co.uk

Southampton Water Activities Centre

Southampton Water Activities Centre

SWAC is owned and managed by Southampton City Council. It is a purpose built water sports centre situated in the heart of Southampton's historic waterfront area adjacent to Ocean Village Marina. The Centre operates on the lower reaches of the River Itchen and Southampton Water, offering water sports and outdoor activities to schools, colleges, business, and the local community in general.
The Centre is recognised by the Royal Yachting Association for Dinghy Sailing, Powerboating, Windsurfing, Shorebased Navigation, Sail Cruising, First Aid, Sea Survival, VHF, Diesel Engine Maintenance and Instructor Training courses.
The centre offers powerboat courses to people from 8 years upward, using a selection of boats from our fleet of 16 powerboats that includes a Ribtec 455 and 655 and two Ribeye 785’s powered by single Yamaha 200hp and twin Yamaha 115hp’s. Courses on offer range from RYA Level 1 through Level 2, Intermediate and Advanced to Advanced Instructor level.
The centre also offers one-to-one training for individuals or small groups who may require a specific course or specialist training tailored to their particular needs. Skills covered range from mooring on particularly tricky berths to high speed navigation or the use of onboard electronic navigation equipment.
The centres location is within easy access to the Solent, making it an the ideal place to learn the skills to navigate and skipper a high speed powerboat with popular destinations such as Hamble, Cowes, Portsmouth, Beaulieu, Lymington and Yarmouth all within easy reach.   

For more details please contact the centre by telephone or visit our website to see our complete range of courses.
t. 02380 225525

e. info@swac.co.uk
www.swac.co.uk     

    

Absolute Aqua

Absolute Aqua is owned and run by Candice Abbott, RYA Powerboat trainer, and is based in Poole Harbour, Dorset.
The school offers tuition for all standards and age ranges from complete novice to expert. Absolute Aqua operates a variety of craft including a Ribeye Playtime 600 powered by a Yamaha F100. The centre can run a course or private tuition for you & your family on any of the school boats or on your own boat.
With a selection of the highest qualified female & male instructors available to teach you, endless learning opportunities are available.

The school runs the full range of RYA Powerboat & PWC Courses including:-
  - RYA Powerboat Level 1, 2, Intermediate & Advanced Powerboat Instructor.
  - Own boat tuition & I.C.C. (International certificate of competence)
  - MCA Advanced commercial exams.
  - Shorebased courses - RYA VHF (marine radio), First Aid, Day skipper, Diesel engine maintenance, Inland waterways test

Absolute Aqua Ltd
Dorset Lake Yard,
Lake Drive, Poole
Dorset BH15 4DT

t: 01202 666118
e: info@absoluteaqua.co.uk
www.absoluteaqua.co.uk

Quay Marine Training

Quay Marine Training Ltd. offers RYA and bespoke powerboat training, complemented by shorebased tuition in VHF Marine Radio, First Aid and navigation, in a dedicated classroom overlooking Topsham Quay, Exeter.

The RYA Powerboat training can be conducted on the picturesque Exe Estuary and beyond, using the centre’s Ribtec 585, or for courses up to Level Two, (or bespoke) on your own vessel in any suitable location.

For full details of courses available, prices or any general enquiries, please visit our website, email us or give us a ring.

Quay Marine Training Ltd.
Unit 9, The Quay, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0JB
t. 07795 155306 or 01626 362465

e. info@quaymarinetraining.co.uk
www.quaymarinetraining.co.uk