1 to 1 Powerboat Training
Tailored for Beginners, new RIB owners or those who just want to gain a bit more experience.
Just bought a RIB? New to powerboating? Or looking to get certified with an Irish Sailing-accredited course? SeaZe The Bay in Dún Laoghaire offers one-to-one powerboat training designed specifically for novices and those seeking a solid, confident start on the water.
Whether you’re a complete beginner, a recent boat owner, or working towards your Irish Sailing National Powerboat Certificate, our personalised sessions are adapted to your experience level, learning pace, and specific goals.
What to Expect:
- Expert instruction from fully qualified Irish Sailing instructors
- Practical, hands-on training on the water in Dún Laoghaire Harbour and Dublin Bay
- Skills covered include launching and recovery, low- and high-speed handling, docking, safety procedures, and navigation basics
- Use of our training vessel or bring your own RIB for a more tailored experience
- A calm, supportive environment ideal for building real confidence on the water
Irish Sailing National Powerboat CertificateSkills covered include:
- Boat preparation
- Clothing and equipment
- Launch and recovery
- Basic boat handling
- Planing and manoeuvring on the plane
- Leaving and coming alongside
- Securing to a mooring
- Anchoring
- Man Overboard
- Rules of the Road
- Regulations
- Safety on board
- Rope work
- Towing
- Weather
- Engines and drives
- Types of craft
- Navigation & Pilotage
- Coastal Knowledge
All practical elements are performed as a skipper on a powerboat. Course material follows the Irish Sailing syllabus.
The National Powerboat Certificate is the certificate needed to apply for the International Certificate of Competency.
Our 121 training ensures you get the time and attention you need to become a safe, competent and responsible powerboater—whether for leisure, family outings, or future maritime adventures.
Train smart. Train safe. SeaZe the Bay.