RYA Personal Watercraft Course

The RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency Course will give you the skills to safely and confidently use a personal watercraft (PWC), commonly referred to as Jet skis. You’ll learn the basic principles of personal watercraft riding as well as essential safety information including launching, handling and recovery skills, passage planning, collision avoidance and orientation at sea. Of course, you’ll also cover how to ride safely at speed and become confident at controlling the power when you want to manoeuvre at lower speeds.

This course is a great way to take to the water safely and the perfect introduction to enjoying the thrills of jet skiing, with the reassurance of expert guidance.

Whether you’re looking to try something new or build on existing skills, our friendly instructors at On Water Training in Hartlepool will ensure you have a safe, fun, and adrenaline-filled experience on the water. Ideal for solo adventurers and pairs, many book together to share the excitement with friends or family.

By the end of this 1 day course, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge to handle your personal watercraft responsibly, so you can explore the water with freedom and peace of mind. Get ready to embrace the waves and create unforgettable memories with this dynamic and engaging RYA-certified course!

For safety reasons, participants must be physically fit and capable of safely operating a jet ski. This includes the ability to climb on and off a jet ski unaided, to enter deep water from the jet ski, and to re-board the jet ski from the water. These activities form an essential part of the course syllabus.

Minimum age: 12 years

Persons aged 12-16 must only use PWs under the supervision of a responsible adult and their certificate will be endorsed accordingly)

The RYA Personal Watercraft Course is a fun and fast paced course, spent predominantly on the water, with various theory topics covered ashore in our training room.