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Training

Marine Activity Centre

Marine Activity Building, West Pier, Dun Laoghaire
Marine Activity Building, West Pier, Dun Laoghaire

The Irish Nautical College and Training school was based in this building at the root of the West Pier from 1951 to 1975. Subsequently the Commissioners of Irish Lights leased the building until 1986 as a training centre for members of the service.

In keeping with this tradition Roinn na Mara opened the premises as a Marine Activity Centre in June 1989 to provide a facility for training in sailing and other water sports, safety training courses and lectures on marine matters.

There are at present three organisations operating from the Centre.
(The two latter organisations being Irish Sailing Association recognised teaching establishments).

Oceanmaster Sail Training

Oceanmaster Sail Training offer courses which can be used simply to enhance your personal knowledge and seamanship to any required level, making you a better and safer sailor. They also lead, if desired, to the issue of a variety of ISA certificates.

Sail training, Yachtmaster Courses, ISA Training, ICC, Learn to sail, Competent crew Courses.

www.oceanmaster.ie

Sailing West

Sailing West is Dublins' Yacht Training and Corporate Sailing Centre based in Dun Laoghaire. Offering all of the RYA and ISA sail training courses, Sailing West believes that a sound sailing education leads to increased safety on the water and thus more enjoyment at all levels. Whether you require Own Boat Tuition to fine tune your sailing skills or you are striving to achieve your Yachtmaster, beginner or expert there is a course for you.

Hosting the Corporate Class during the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta they are now inviting companies and individuals to lodge their entry as soon as possible. So if you are looking for an exceptional way to entertain your clients next Summer, there are a number of packages available to suit your every requirements and budget.

Or are you looking for a career in the Sailing industry that will allow you to travel the world? Why not consider their 18 week full-time Professional Yachtmaster Programme that starts on March 2nd, 2009. No sailing experience is necessary. Interested? Contact Sailing West today!

Website: www.sailingwest.ie, Email: info@sailingwest.ie, Phone: 01 230 4227

Irish Powerboat School

Irish Powerboat School Building, West Pier, Dun Laoghaire
Irish Powerboat School Building, West Pier, Dun Laoghaire

The Irish Powerboat School is situated in Dun Laoghaire Harbour with its large area of sheltered water which is ideal for year round boat training. It is the perfect location to carry out the many scenarios that are required in powerboat training such as moorings, pontoons, fairways, slipways, commercial and leisure traffic, etc.

Irish Powerboat School Small Powerboat
Irish Powerboat School Powerboat

If you have no experience, our National Powerboat Certificate (driving licence) will give you the basic skills. You start your training in a small 3.6 metre RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) and then progress up to a 5.85 metre RIB. This allows you to be certified for both tiller and console type boats. If you are experienced and require the Certificate, a direct assessment is also available.

Irish Powerboat School Rib 2, Dun Laoghaire
Rib 2 Dun Laoghaire

When you have been certified with the above courses, you can automatically apply for your ICC International Certificate of Competence.

Irish Powerboat School Red Bay Dun Laoghaire
Red Bay Dun Laoghaire

Once you have completed your National Powerboat Certificate and have some experience logged up, you might like to further your training with Safety Boat (rescue boat work), Advanced Powerboat, Dive Coxswain (skippering a dive boat) or Sports Boat (everyday boating).

http://www.powerboatschool.ie/