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Push your coastal skills to night operations on this two-day ISA Advanced Powerboat course based in Fahamore. Small groups, Shore-based theory and on-water practice make it a focused, practical step up for coastal skippers.
Push your coastal skills to night operations on this two-day ISA Advanced Powerboat course based in Fahamore. Small groups, Shore-based theory and on-water practice make it a focused, practical step up for coastal skippers.
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Operated by Splash Sports Ltd. · Fahamore, County Kerry
The ISA Advanced Powerboat Certificate course runs out of Fahamore, Co. Kerry, V92 XFN7, Ireland, and bases operations from Harbour House B&B—the same building as Waterworld Diving centre—at the tip of the peninsula. Over two intensive days and one night on the water, this program turns competent coastal skippers into confident night and planing-boat pilots with a mix of classroom theory and hands-on seamanship. From the helm you’ll learn to read the tidal choreography of Brandon Bay, thread between sand-barred coves and steep sea cliffs, and plot passages that dodge tidal races and rock outcrops. The curriculum sticks to practical coastal realities: boat preparation, basic and advanced boat handling, passage planning and passage making, weather and coastal knowledge, and the application of the “Rules of the Road.” Night navigation exercises place the practical challenge in context—piloting familiar local waters under reduced visibility while using lights, bearings, and pilotage marks. The setting is part of what makes the course special. Fahamore opens onto views of the Blasket Islands and a coastline of sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and sheltered coves where seabirds wheel and seals haul out. Those natural landmarks become live classroom aids: navigation fixes against headlands, practical plotting near offshore islands, and real-time decisions when wind and tide shift. Small group sizes—maximum three—mean instruction is individualized and safety-driven, with opportunities for own-boat tuition on request. This program is deliberately advanced. Candidates must bring an ISA National Powerboat Certificate or equivalent and a coastal navigation certificate; familiarity with VHF routine and basic first-aid is strongly recommended. The course runs 9am–5pm both days, with timing of the night exercise dependent on season and tide; expect a variable itinerary shaped by weather and tides rather than a rigid schedule. Practicalities are straightforward: arrive ten minutes early for check-in at Harbour House B&B, bring layered, waterproof clothing, and pack a small waterproof bag for sunglasses, suncream and medication. The course refunds fully up to one week before start date and carries a minimum age of 16. For sailors and coastal adventurers wanting to move beyond daylight comfort zones and planing-handling basics, this concentrated, coastal-focused certification offers real-world skills and local insight. It’s an efficient, immersive way to learn to move a powerboat safely by day and by night in the tricky, beautiful waters off the Dingle Peninsula. Instruction comes from experienced local instructors who tailor scenarios to tide and weather, emphasizing decision-making, night watch rotations, procedures. Because groups are capped at three, each student gets repeated helm time with logged tracks. Successful completion provides detailed logging to support endorsements and training. If you’re serious about coastal powerboating in southwestern Ireland, this course is the clear route from competent club helm to practiced coastal skipper.
challenging.
2 days & 1 night.
Moderate fitness required—comfort moving around a small planing boat, climbing in/out of a dinghy and working on-deck for multiple hours.
You must hold the ISA National Powerboat Certificate (or equivalent) and a coastal navigation certificate; VHF familiarity and first aid are strongly recommended.
Minimum age is 16 years.
Meet at Harbour House B&B—same building as Waterworld Diving centre—at 9am on both course days; arrive ten minutes early to check in.
Group size is capped at a maximum of three people to ensure personalized instruction and helm time.
Yes — full refund is available up to one week before the course start date.
Own-boat tuition is available on request; terms and conditions apply, so contact the course provider to arrange specifics.
The Dingle Peninsula has a long coastal and fishing tradition; local knowledge of tides and pilotage grew from generations of working boats and island communities such as the Blaskets.
Respect seabird nesting areas and marine life by keeping distance; follow local guidelines on waste and fuel handling to protect fragile coastal waters.
Splash Sports Ltd. is a watersports provider based in Castlegregory, County Kerry, offering a range of coastal activities and on-site facilities. Situated on the Maharees peninsula, the business operates a lively aquapark anchored by the Water Bongo, a water trampoline that features a walk-the-plank and a slide into the sea. The Water Bongo is presented as an energetic, family-friendly inflatable suitable as an introduction to water inflatables and group play. Visitors can combine an aquapark session with additional activities promoted by the operator, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing in the surrounding waters of the Maharees. These options allow families, groups and individual visitors to mix play and paddle-based adventures in a scenic coastal setting. The site also includes the Béal Geal Sauna at Sandy Bay, described as a tranquil retreat with views toward the Slieve Mish Mountains. The sauna is noted as a quieter option for parents and older teens while younger children enjoy the Aquapark, enabling groups to remain together on the same shoreline while choosing different activity levels. A Summer Surf Camp is listed among the business’s offerings; interested parties should consult the operator’s booking information for session dates, age ranges, and registration details. Safety equipment and basic instruction are referenced in the activity descriptions; guests are advised to review any age, fitness, and booking requirements before arrival. The combination of aquapark attractions, paddle sports and a coastal sauna creates varied options for memorable days on the Maharees.
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