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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 96 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their extensive experience, knowledge, and ability to make learning enjoyable and engaging. The courses are described as highly useful, practical, and well-paced, with many appreciating the hands-on approach and clear instructions. People found the overall service excellent, highlighting the supportive and professional environment that fosters confidence and skill development. However, some customers mentioned that instructors occasionally strayed off-topic with anecdotes, and felt that some end-of-day activities were irrelevant, leading to extended course times.

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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

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... See more

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

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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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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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.

August 3, 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.

July 27, 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.

July 3, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12v marine course

Great and patient teacher in carl. Helped with my understanding of electrics which has always been a pet hate of mine.

May 19, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

RYA Powerboat

Very enjoyable course, informative and interesting, with the benefit of classroom and dock being very close together so in minutes of leaving the classroom you are on the water. Well set up and professional training centre with helpful and pleasant tutor who gave clear explanations.

April 24, 2025
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