Power Course (Vancouver)

FUNDAMENTAL POWER BOATING

This course is the perfect program to teach you the fundamentals and rudiments of boat operation under power of up to 75hp.

This program is carried out in small vessels equipped with outboard engines. The aim of the course is to have you by the end, be able to competently and confidently operate any small RIB or Runabout vessel anywhere from 18-22′. Additionally, this course prepares you for your Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC) testing as well as national or international certification. Hands on training is essential element to be comfortable out there. Zooming around the harbor on any small powerful vessel is a load of fun and learning to maneuver such agile boats is an awesome challenge.

Learning is the Gateway to Having Fun on the Water

Getting Down to Details

Experience Required

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROGRAM.

Course Format

One classroom session 1830 – 2130 hours (Friday)
Two on-water days 0900 – 1700 hours (Sat and Sun)

Certifications Possible

Sail Canada Basic Power Standard
Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC)

Included

class instruction
study materials
certification fees
fuel

Not Included

appropriate attire
lunch for on-water sessions

Key Topics Covered

boat handling and maneuvering
basic navigation
safety & rules of the road
docking
Transport Canada regulations

What's Next?

BUY OR RENT

Buy or rent your own small power boat and get out there enjoying our beautiful waters.

CLINICS

If you are looking to further your ability to navigate safely and professionally on the water, and are wanting to take the next steps in your cruising certification, we have a number of clinics that you will need to take here at Cooper Boating. We have clinics for VHF (ROC), COASTAL NAVIGATION, and for DIESEL ENGINES.

Payment Terms & Cancellation Policy

Full payment is due at or within 90 days of a course start date. Cancellations made 91+ days prior to the course start date will be subject to a 10% plus tax cancellation fee. The remainder will be refunded via the original method of payment. Cancellations made less than 91 days prior to the course start date are ineligible for a refund. We cannot accept any changes less than 91 days prior to the course start date.

COURSES MAY BE CANCELED IF CLASS SIZE DOES NOT MEET MINIMUM ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU PURCHASE MEDICAL AND CANCELLATION INSURANCE FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. BEGIN WITH YOUR FAVOURITE TRAVEL AGENT.

Welcome Aboard!