Inland Waterways Helmsman Course

run on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

A great one/two-day "hands on" course
On your own boat or our school cruiser.

• Deckwork
Nautical terms, handling ropes, knots, mooring and anchoring.

Helmsmanship and boat handling
Steering, interaction & canal effect, berthing & recovery of man overboard

 • Personal & boat safety
 Identification of risks and how to deal with them,   use of life jackets and buoyancy aids.

• Engine care   
  Routine engine checks and maintenance

• Bridges, locks
Taking the mystery out of their operation

• Collision avoidance!
Steering and sailing rules, bylaws and local regulations including traffic & sound signals, signs & priorities

• Care of the environment
Avoiding damage to boats, flora and fauna.