LEARN THE ART OF SAFE BOATING AND SURF LAUNCHES

 

Experience the excitement and adventure of coastal boating.

Obtain your certificate of competence for small power-driven vessels from the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA).

The course consists of theoretical and practical training.

SKIPPERS PRACTICAL TRAINING

Four to five days practical training at Sodwana Bay

A minimum of 12 Surf launches on our specially rigged training boat

Training is done on our boats and on successful completion you will obtain the Category B or C certificate, with surflaunch and where applicable the dive skipper endorsements.

Course fees quoted includes accommodation and meals. Excludes transport to Sodwana bay, snacks and items of a personal nature.

We assist with bookings based on your requirements.

Some of the topics covered include:

  • Surf launching
  • Small craft handling & launching
  • Radio procedures
  • Basic first aid
  • Navigation at sea
  • Safety & other equipment
  • Skipper duties, responsibilities & safety afloat
  • Boat design & layout
  • Diving from small craft & commercial practices
  • Buying a new / secondhand boat
  • Outboard motors
  • GPS and Fish-finders

SKIPPERS THEORY TRAINING:

Theory sessions are normally combined with the monthly practical course in Sodwana

We can arrange for separate theory sessions.

South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) sanctioned content.

Course fee includes manuals, lectures and exam fees.

SAMSA Registration & exam fee is excluded

OTHER COURSES AVAILABLE:

Night rating

Skipper refresher courses

Inland skipper courses – Category R

Diving – entry level up to instructor course

 

Bookings and reservations:

We offer an all in one package which includes your Coastal Skippers Training, accommodation and catering.

For bookings and more info: Whatsapp: 0652987938

info@sodwanabayskipperstraining.co.za