Regarded by many as the 'driving licence' for powerboats, this is an intensive course that offers a thorough introduction to small powerboat handling.ÃÂ Topics covered include launching and recovery, confined space maneuvering, mooring, man over board procedure, anchoring, towing and high speed handling.
The main teaching boat is a 5.8 m Tornado RIB with twin brand new 60 HP four stroke engines.ÃÂ This provides an excellent combination of comfort, safety and speed. It is fitted with all the latest electronics including a GPS, Echo Sounder and DSc VHF Radio.
The Thunderbolt is a unique high performance inflatable catamaran built in South Africa for surf rescue. This exceptional craft is set up to enable anyone to quickly take to the wheel and have fun racing through the surf. It accelerates and changes direction just as its name suggests.
You will board the Thunderbolt with an experienced instructor who will run through the driving procedure. Then it's off to experience one full hour of high adrenaline action including instruction on cornering and racing techniques, wave jumping and high speed take-offs.
You will then be taken to the high speed offshore circuit where you will have the opportunity to race against the clock to find the 'aquastig of the year.'
With its 300HP supercharged engine the Saber Hypercat is one of the fastest Commercial Powerboats in Europe.
On this hour taster session you get the chance to drive this crazy machine.ÃÂ The hull configuration produces dynamic lift which not only increases acceleration and top speed but also enables it to 'fly' between wave tops.
Your experience begins with a safety briefing and an introduction to the boat. You then get changed into the Saber Powersports racing team kit and safety gear.ÃÂ Then it's onto the water.
When you are behind the wheel you can practice your driving technique in Southampton Water and into the Solent. You will be encouraged to wind the speed up and try high speed turns and wave jumping.
Hold on tight as you Experience the unique thrill of a high speed tour of the Solent, (the famous strait that separates the Isle of Wight from England).
Feel the grace and pace of these racing thoroughbreds as your highly experienced driver takes the boat to the limits completing our offshore circuit.ÃÂ Your experience will begin in Southampton where you will receive a full safety briefing as you are provided with an offshore racing jacket and lifejacket before being escorted to the waiting powerboat.
After a short cruise down the river, the highly experienced driver will open up the throttle as you begin to make a splash as you fly across those waves!ÃÂ This unique experience includes a demonstration of wave jumping, high speed cornering, racing lines and starts. You will then have the opportunity to put it to the test yourself as you receive 2 laps behind the wheel around our offshore circuit.