Irish Sailing Academy
The Irish Sailing Academy mission is to share our passion of sailing with others.

Motorboat Courses

The Irish inland waterways offer a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Learn how to navigate and skipper your boat to get the most out of one of Ireland’s best kept secret holiday destinations.

Motorboat Crew’s Certificate

Introductory course for you to gain experience in driving and crewing the boat.Introductory course for you to gain experience in driving and crewing the boat.

Duration:
Full day
Previous Experience:
No previous experience or knowledge is required or assumed.
Syllabus:
Boat preparation, Clothing, Slow speed handling, Manoeuvring at speed, Anchoring, Man Over Board, Regulations, Safety, Ropework, Tenders, Securing a buoy and Going through locks..
Certificate:
ISA Motorboat Crew’s Certificate. (on successful completion)
Price:
€200 per person

Motorboat Skipper’s Certificate

A course to develop your skills to skipper a boat by day.

Duration:
2 days
Previous Experience:
“Motorboat Crew’s Certificate” or equivalent experience.
Syllabus:
Turning boat in confined space, Holding off, Coming alongside, Slow speed manoeuvring, Engine checks, Securing to a mooring buoy, Anchoring, Manoverboard, Engines & drives, Navigation, Weather and Safety.
Certificate:
ISA Motorboat Skipper’s Certificate. (on successful completion).
Price:
€350 per person