RYA PWC Proficiency Course
Guide price
From £345
Who is this course for
This course is ideal for anyone who wants to ride a personal watercraft (jet ski) safely and confidently. It’s suitable for beginners and those with some experience, and is widely recognised by UK marinas and launch sites.
Open to riders aged 12 and over. (12–16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
About Course
The RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency Course gives you the practical skills and knowledge you need to use a jet ski (personal watercraft) safely and responsibly. You’ll be trained on the latest Sea-Doo models, renowned for their performance, responsiveness and manoeuvrability.
This one-day practical course combines on-water riding with expert guidance, covering everything from basic handling to essential safety and decision-making. Successful completion awards you the RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency Certificate – widely recognised as evidence of competency and often required by UK marinas and launch sites.
Each course includes the official RYA PWC Handbook and, upon successful completion, the RYA PWC Certificate.
Course Content
Throughout the course you’ll cover and practise:
- Launching and recovery techniques
- High and low speed handling skills
- Collision avoidance and orientation at sea
- Passage planning and safe decision-making
- Essential safety information, including courtesy to other water users
- Understanding weather, tides and local conditions
Training is predominantly practical, giving you real-world confidence out on the water.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Ride a personal watercraft competently and safely
- Launch and recover your PW with confidence
- Handle your craft effectively at both low and high speeds
- Apply collision avoidance and safe riding decisions
- Understand basic navigation and orientation at sea
Carry your ride with recognised RYA certification that opens up hire and launching opportunities
Pre requirements
There are no prerequisites for this course – anyone aged 12 or over can participate. Riders aged 12–16 will have their certificate endorsed to reflect that they must use personal watercraft only under the supervision of a responsible adult.
Duration
1 Day
Ratio:
2 to each PWC, minimum number 2 persons and maximum of 6 persons to one course.
Location
Brighton Marina, BN2 5UP
Booking
Book online from the dates on this page or call 01273 42 48 42 option 1 or email us.
If you cannot find a suitable dates please contact us.
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What to bring
- Swim wear to wear under the wetsuit and a towel - Expect to get in out of wetsuits a couple of times.
- If you need to wear glasses or sunglasses on the water(can help keep spray out of eyes) then make sure you have a sunglasses retainer
- If you are worried or unsure whether you suffer from seasickness then pills and wrist-bands work well. Don’t arrive on an empty stomach and take tablets with breakfast if you have never been sailing on the sea before, sometimes the motion takes a while to get used to
- Please note that we only have limited lockers for putting valuables in, so please minimise these as much as possible
- Passport size photo for certificate
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FAQ's
FAQ'S : Jet Ski
No previous experience is required. Our Jet Ski rides and safaris are suitable for complete beginners, with a full safety briefing and instruction provided before you head out on the water. The RYA PWC course is also designed for first-time riders.
Jet Ski rides typically last around 75 minutes, including briefing and time on the water. The RYA PWC course runs over a full day, combining theory and practical riding.
Drivers must be 18 or over
Passengers must be at least 12 years old
Yes. Safety is our top priority. All Jet Ski sessions are led by experienced instructors, include a detailed safety briefing, and use well-maintained equipment. Wetsuits and safety gear are provided.
You don’t need a licence to take part in our guided Jet Ski rides. However, if you want to hire or ride a Jet Ski independently, many operators require an RYA PWC qualification, which you can earn on our course.
All Jet Ski experiences depart from Brighton Marina, offering direct access to open water and scenic coastal routes.
Jet Ski sessions run in most conditions, but if the weather or sea state is unsafe, we may reschedule or adapt the session. Safety decisions are always made on the day by our instructors.
Reschedules can be taken up to 2 years after the cancelled session.
We do not offer refunds unless you opted to take out the bad weather guarantee on booking. If you do that then we will give you a full refund. If you are not local we would strongly advise you take the insurance.
Jet Ski safaris may have weight limits and are not suitable for people with certain health conditions (e.g., back problems). If you have any concerns, please contact us before your session.
We generally recommend not taking part in our activities if you’re pregnant, as being on the water can involve movement and conditions that aren’t always predictable.
If you do feel comfortable taking part, we usually suggest no later than around 21 weeks, but this is very much a personal decision. Everyone’s pregnancy is different, so please go with what feels right for you and consider speaking to your healthcare professional if you’re unsure.
If you let our team know in advance, we’re always happy to have a chat and help you decide what’s best for you.