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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 131 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. People frequently mention that the instructors are exceptionally knowledgeable, friendly, and create a relaxed yet professional learning environment for everyone. Customers truly appreciate the hands-on approach and practical exercises that successfully break down complex concepts into manageable steps. Reviewers also note that the courses are exceptionally well-organized and thorough, offering plenty of useful real-life examples and engaging activities. Many consumers feel significantly more confident, well-prepared, and eager to apply their new skills out on the water. Participants state that the training sessions strike a perfect balance between serious safety instruction and genuine fun.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I attended the RYA First Aid course yesterday. The facilities are very good with plenty of parking. Our trainer (Alan) was very experienced with plenty of real life examples to enhance the material.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hi Chieftain Team, A really big thank you for an excellent Powerboat Level 1 course for my two children and my wife, despite the shocking weather (raining all day) they had a fantastic tim... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did the RYA Sea Survival and then the second day as well. The pool session is tough but rewarding and worthwhile - if nothing else it teaches you that you never want to be in a liferaft. Great instr... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good practical training, delivered by an expert who ensured that everyone got as much as they could out of the course. Good training facilities. All done very well.

Company details

  1. Training Centre
  2. Boat Rental Service
  3. Boating Instructor
  4. Sailing School
  5. Training School
  6. Yacht Club

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STCW & RYA Marine Training Centre based in Hamble, Southampton, Greenwich and Helensburgh. The company delivers a wide range of Sea Survival, First Aid, GMDSS, engineering, navigation, maritime security and powerboat courses for super-yacht, workboat and leisure boating crew and masters. Sailing and powerboat students will find we offer the widest range of shorebased, marine radio, yacht maintenance, engineering, first aid at sea and navigation courses of any RYA Training Centre. The centres are equipped with first class resources and training aids for GMDSS, marine engineering and survival training.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very valuable update and refresher.

The RYA first aid course was efficiently run and very thoroughly covered the syllabus, with many points backed up with examples from real-life experience. This not only added interest but also makes theory easier to understand and remember.

24 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super

The instructor, Carl was a walking encyclopaedia on marine electrics and also very entertaining. He made the 2 days a lot of fun.

23 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent course

Excellent course, Andrew the instructor was very entertaining and very knowledgeable. Great practical hands on exercises and several engines to practice on. Thoroughly recommended. Thankyou for a great two days😎

14 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic course

Absolutely fantastic course, the training was first class, the trainer was amazing friendly and very knowledgeable, he was very intuitive, and knew how to teach and get the best out of his pupils, I can’t imagine anyone wanting to go out on the water without doing this course. Loved it

7 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An excellent experience

I have completed many first aid courses over the years but despite the basic level of this course, I came away having learned a lot. The instructor struck the perfect balance between a relaxed learning environment and the seriousness of the subject, enhancing the base syllabus with his extensive experience. Thoroughly recommended.

3 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A useful course for a new boat owner…

A useful course for a new boat owner like myself. I would highly recommend booking both the RYA and Diesel Level 2 days together as you go into more detail with extra hands on experience than you will get in just the one day. I now look forward to applying the knowledge to my own engine and going to sea with more confidence in my ability to fix problems should they arise.

3 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Powerboat 2 course

Alan my instructor was very knowledgeable and patient putting me at ease as a complete novice. Course was great fun and practical. I highly recommend and more follow on courses available.

27 July 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Took too long

Took too long. Strayed off point at times with anecdotes. Tips on knots at end of the day (17:45 when we thought the course was to finish at 16:15) seemed irrelevent.

3 July 2025
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