RYA First Aid
- first aid
- 8 hrs
- Max 12 people
Learn essential first aid skills tailored for boating and marine environments.
Description
The RYA First Aid course at Southampton Water Activities Centre equips participants with the knowledge and skills to handle medical emergencies in marine settings. Topics include the recovery position in confined spaces, performing CPR with the drowning protocol, managing cold shock and hypothermia from immersion or exposure, addressing seasickness and dehydration, and obtaining medical assistance via VHF radio. The course also covers helicopter rescue procedures, ensuring you’re prepared for a wide range of scenarios at sea. Ideal for boaters, sailors, and water sports enthusiasts seeking practical and relevant first aid training.
Please ensure this course meets your professional needs and governing body requirements prior to booking.
If your group has 4+ members and your preferred dates aren't available, contact the us for a bespoke course. info@swac.co.uk
Itinerary
Southampton, GB
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The staff are very friendly, with an excellent selection of courses and boats. The atmosphere is great and the paddle boarding sessions are very fun. Very good for beginner sailors.
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The staff are very friendly, with an excellent selection of courses and boats. The atmosphere is great and the paddle boarding sessions are very fun. Very good for beginner sailors.
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I'd highly recommend SWAC. I have zero experience of being in boats, am in my late 50s, and was quite nervous about doing the 2 day RYA Level 1. The instructor, Jen was excellent...unfailing patient, completely calm even ...
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