When you’re choosing where to take your RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course or ICC Powerboat Course, the location makes a real difference. At Boatability, we’re proud to be situated in the heart of Portsmouth Harbour, with immediate access to the Solent — offering both safe and challenging training waters that prepare you for real-world boating from day one.
Here’s why Portsmouth stands out as one of the best places in the UK to learn how to drive a powerboat.
Portsmouth Harbour is one of the UK’s most active waterways, with a mix of naval, commercial, and leisure traffic. This creates the ideal environment for anyone taking an RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course or ICC Powerboat Course, as you’ll learn how to safely navigate shipping lanes, respond to real-time conditions, and gain practical confidence in a professional setting.
From calm stretches to more exposed, fast-moving waters, the Solent provides the perfect blend of training conditions. Whether you’re learning how to handle close-quarter manoeuvres or practising at planing speed, this stretch of water has it all — making it the ideal location for both beginner and intermediate level powerboat training.
Completing your RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course in Portsmouth can also set you on the path to obtaining your ICC (International Certificate of Competence), which is often required for hiring or operating a boat abroad. Training in real navigational waters gives you a solid foundation for boating internationally, not just in UK waters.
There’s no better place to learn boating than in a city with such a strong maritime heritage. Portsmouth is home to the Royal Navy, historic ships, and a proud seafaring culture. When you train here, you're not just learning a skill — you're joining a community with a deep connection to the sea.
At Boatability, our instructors have years of experience operating in the Solent and beyond. Whether you're enrolling on an RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course for the first time or seeking your ICC Powerboat Course to gain international recognition, you'll benefit from clear instruction, a supportive learning environment, and expert local knowledge.
Train with Boatability – The South Coast’s Leading Powerboat School
With access to varied waters, professional facilities, and real-world boating conditions, Portsmouth is the ultimate place to complete your RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course or ICC Powerboat Course. At Boatability, we’ll make sure you leave feeling confident, capable, and ready for your next boating adventure.
Book your course today and learn to drive a boat where it really matters.ground — and Boatability is here to guide you every step of the way.
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