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November 2024
This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills. The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water
This course is designed for those looking to supercharge their existing boating skills. The day will be split to concentrate on training room skills in the morning and on water skills in the afternoon. You have the choice of attending just the morning or afternoon or can book the whole day and do both sessions. The sessions will cover many of the skills first learned on the Powerboat Level 2 training, tailored to areas that you would like to brush up on.
We will concentrate the sessions on what you need to focus and brush up on, but here’s an idea of what could be included in each skills session;
Morning session:
Afternoon session:
Course Duration | 1-Day |
Course Cost | £125 £99 with a More Card FOC with Boat Club membership |
Learning Style | 100% off shore on the boat |
Frequency | Monthly, see calendar |
For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Refresher Course
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November 13, 2024 All Day(GMT+00:00)
Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour. After carrying out this additional
Jump aboard with one of our highly experienced instructors to supercharge your Boat Club membership and extend your operational area into Chichester & Langstone Harbour.
After carrying out this additional training you will be able to explore the tranquil Chichester Harbour with is stunning anchorages, marinas and beaches as well as access to Langstone’s water-ski area, sand bars and wildlife including a large colony of seals.
It opens up Chichester Marina, Sparks Marina, Northney Marina and Southsea Marina to which all have lovely eplaces to eat, explore or even to spend the night alongside.
Chichester Harbour is an AONB (an area of outstanding natural beauty) – the name says it all. You can anchor up off East Head beach, a popular summertime destination or explore the four main channels – up to Emsworth, Prinsted, Bosham and Dell Quay, via Itchenor and Birdham.
This is a free one-day training, except a fuel split between members on board.
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November 15, 2024 All Day(GMT+00:00)
Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. You will be taught a wide
Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently.
You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.
Course Duration | 2-Days |
Course Cost | £349 (15% discount for More Card members) |
FOC with Boat Club membership | |
Learning Style | 25% shore based classroom, 75% off shore on the boat |
For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.
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November 16, 2024 - November 17, 2024 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
While you are out on the water enjoying your boating, knowing how to use the VHF radio properly may one day save your life or others. This course is designed
While you are out on the water enjoying your boating, knowing how to use the VHF radio properly may one day save your life or others. This course is designed to teach you how to use all the functions on your VHF and when to use them. You will also be taught how to transmit messages to another ship or marinas, pan-pan or mayday.
Course Duration | 1-Day |
Learning Style | Classroom, shore based |
Course Cost | £99 (+£60 RYA examination fee) |
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For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA VHF Course
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November 22, 2024 All Day(GMT+00:00)
Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations. Explore some of the best parts of
Our guided trips are a great way to get on the water with other Boat Club members whilst familiarising yourself with new boating destinations.
There’s nothing better than boating in good company, and sharing experiences on the water and on shore, so why not join us?
Situated near the entrance of Southampton Water, the Hamble is home to thousands of boats. The beautiful Hamble village has a heritage of boat building and restoration and has been home to many of the UK’s top sailors. From here you can even take the bright pink Hamble Ferry across the River to visit Warsash and the Rising Sun pub.
Packed with an excellent choice of pubs and waterside restaurants there are plenty of places to berth on the Hamble too. Starting with Hamble Point Marina near the entrance, Port Hamble, Mercury Marina, and leading to Universal and Swanwick Marinas as you explore further upstream.
We will be visiting Port Hamble Marina which is based right in the heart of Hamble Village.
Meet at the Crate Cafe at 9:00 for a short brief of the guided trip. We plan to depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00. The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes arriving at Port Hamble Marine at 11:45 latest. We will be booking a table for lunch at the Ketch Rigger. We plan to depart Port Hamble Marina at 13:30 to arrive back at Trafalgar at 15:45.
Portsmouth Tides:
Low Tide: 10:24 2.1m
High Tide: 17:03 3.8m
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Trip:
Meet at Crate Cafe 09:00 – Coffee & Breakfast
Depart Trafalgar Wharf at 10:00
Journey time – 1hr 30 minutes
Arrive – 11:45 (Latest)
Lunch – Ketch Rigger
Depart Port Hamble Marina – 13:30
Arrive at Trafalgar Wharf – 15:45
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Boats Reserved:
Mida (Capacity 4)
Poseidon (Capacity 7)
If you would like to join us on the Port Hamble Solent Discovery Guided Trip head over to the booking app, book the boat for the full day and note down that you would like to join us for the guided trip. Alternatively, check out our new Boat Share option below.
Experience Solent destinations with other members, meet like-minded people and share your experience on the guided trips. Split the fuel and we’ll cover the docking fees, making it easier on your wallet.
We book the boat for you, all you have to do is let us know that you’d like to Boat Share and we’ll add you to the trip.
If you would like to boat share with another member on this trip just click the button below and fill in your details so that we can match you up with a fellow member. Please note that there are limited spaces available so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.
The boats currently available for boat sharing are Mida (4 passengers) and Poseidon (7 passengers).
*Boats are subject to change depending on availability and demand.*
To save you time we are booking a table at the Ketch Rigger, if you would like us to book you in for the lunch reservation please indicate this on the form along with the number of people that you would like to bring along.
If you prefer to make your own plans at the destination please feel free to do so.
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November 23, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently. You will be taught a wide
Considered the ‘powerboaters driving license’, this two-day course will teach you everything you need to know about having fun on the water, safely and confidently.
You will be taught a wide range of skills from pre-start checks, boat safety and equipment, coming alongside, picking up a mooring, man overboard and much more. There is an element of theory throughout the course which includes rules of the road, weather and tides, chart work, passage and pilotage planning, buoyage.
Course Duration | 2-Days |
Course Cost | £349 (15% discount for More Card members) |
FOC with Boat Club membership | |
Learning Style | 25% shore based classroom, 75% off shore on the boat |
For full course details, head over to Trafalgar Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2.
Give the gift of boating with a Trafalgar Training Gift Card
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November 25, 2024 - November 26, 2024 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
December 2024
At Boat Club Trafalgar, our goal is to simplify and enhance your boating experience. Whether you find yourself visiting the same spots, seeking confidence to venture further, looking
At Boat Club Trafalgar, our goal is to simplify and enhance your boating experience. Whether you find yourself visiting the same spots, seeking confidence to venture further, looking for new trip ideas, or eager to meet others who share your passion for boating, our new Passage Planning Workshops are tailored for you.
Join us as we introduce our brand-new Passage Plan Workshops, designed to refine your planning skills and answer any specific questions you might have about reaching certain destinations. Our expert head instructor will lead these workshops, providing a deep dive into the different areas and destinations within the Solent.
On Friday, 6th December, we’ll explore Chichester Harbour – featuring Chichester – Sparkes, Northney, Emsworth, East Head, Itchenor, Bosham, and Chichester Marina.
17:45 – 18:00: Arrival and Setup
18:00 – 19:00: An hour with our head instructor, exploring the chosen destinations. Learn about potential risks, undiscovered spots, and key points of interest.
19:00 – 19:30: Enjoy some food and drinks on us with other members.
19:30 – 19:45: A Q&A session for any of your unanswered questions
19:45 – 21:00: Work alongside other members to create detailed passage plans.
Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover lesser-known locations within the Solent and broaden your boating horizons.
Enhance Your Skills: Whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater, gain valuable insights into effective passage planning.
Connect with Fellow Boaters: Forge new friendships, exchange stories, and gather knowledge from other club members.
Cost-Free: It’s on us!
Simply click the button below and complete the registration form to secure your spot.
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December 6, 2024 All Day(GMT+00:00)
🎄🎄🎄 Festive Christmas Market Trip We’d like to invite you to our Christmas get together at the Old Customs House in Gunwharf Quays. We’ve booked boats and will
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We’d like to invite you to our Christmas get together at the Old Customs House in Gunwharf Quays.
We’ve booked boats and will chauffeur you there so you can sit back and enjoy the Christmas festivities. If you would like to book your own boat that is perfectly fine too!
Christmas jumpers are optional but encouraged.
We’ll mooch around the Christmas market followed by a lunch at the old customs house.
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13th December 2024
Meet at Boat Club Trafalgar: 9:45
Depart pontoon at: 10:30
Arrive at Gunwharf at: 11:00
Explore the Christmas Market, Shops –
Lunch at Old Customs House at 13:00
Depart Gunwharf at 15:00
Back at Boat Club Trafalgar at 15:30
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We’ll be laying out a light lunch for everyone so if you have any dietary requirements please add this in the RSVP form.
To get booked in just click the button below.
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December 13, 2024 All Day(GMT+00:00)
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