Personal Watercraft (PW) Instructors are experienced PW drivers who have been trained and assessed to run the RYA's Personal Watercraft Proficiency Course and the Introduction to PW Safety course, which is for guests on Superyacht charter holidays.
Minimum age |
16 |
Required certificates |
RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency certificate Health declaration form or medical questionnaire
|
Experience |
At least two year's experience of driving personal watercraft |
Training course |
Three day course run by an RYA PW Trainer and assessed by an independent Trainer with a moderation on the third day. Candidates who are already qualified as an RYA Powerboat Instructor may attend a one day conversion course, rather than the full three day course. For centres offering instructor courses click here. |
Qualified to teach |
RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency course RYA Introduction to PW Safety course (for guests on Superyacht charter holidays) |
Validity |
Five years from the date of issue, provided that a valid first aid certificate is maintained. |
RYA membership |
Required |
Related documents
Instructor observation form
Related pages
Who Teaches What
Revalidate your instructor certificate
Tell us if you're available for work