Tuition

Paul Glatzel provides some essential guidance for those among us who sometimes find berthing more than a little tricky ……

Paul Glatzel continues his examination of the processes involved in berthing … In our last article we started to look…

You’ve bought the boat and the safety gear and you’ve booked a Powerboat Level 2 course, but berthing is still…

With the challenges everyone has faced over the last 18 months making many of us question what we do and…

As the PBR team certainly know, around the coast of the UK we are lucky to have some truly amazing…

RYA’s powerboat trainer Paul Glatzel gives valuable advice on buying your first boat and getting on the water safely ……

Exploring harbours we haven’t been to before, or even finding a new anchorage in your favourite harbour, can be one…

Being by the water frees up our minds and helps us to be more creative. Our core belief is to…

For some, teaching is in their blood; for others, it’s an acquired skill. Becoming an RYA Yachtmastertakes time and skill,…

‘Worn correctly, a personal flotation device could save your life.’ ‘The RYA recommends that you wear a life jacket or…

… with some regular checks and ongoing TLC, not only will you ensure a pleasurable time out on the water,…

As with anything, a bit of planning goes a long way. … the best rescue is the one you never…

Paul Glatzel explains what trim means, why it matters, and how correct boat trimming can improve comfort, handling, safety and…

If you’ve kept communication open with the inside boat, there should be no surprises when they want to head off.…

Going if you are unsure too often leads to mistakes. … train yourself by looking at forecasts even when you…