Designed for the beginner, by the end of the course you will be safety conscious, have a basic understanding of boat handling and background knowledge.
Take your first step into powerboating with the RYA Powerboat Level 1 course at Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne. This one-day introductory course is designed for complete beginners and provides a safe, supportive environment to learn the fundamentals of operating a powerboat.
Based within the sheltered waters of Sovereign Harbour, the course focuses on building confidence at the helm while introducing essential boat handling skills. With guidance from qualified instructors, you’ll gain hands-on experience controlling a powerboat at low speeds and learn how to safely manoeuvre in a marina setting.
The emphasis is on practical learning, allowing you to develop a feel for the boat while understanding key safety principles. This course is ideal for younger participants, complete beginners, or anyone wanting a relaxed introduction before progressing to Level 2.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a basic understanding of how a powerboat operates and feel more confident being on the water.
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Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here
Shaun Tang
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.
Caroline Coxall
Cuckmere
I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.
Sacha Minns
Cuckmere and Bushy Wood
incredibly professional.
Thomas Teixiera
Eastbourne
My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.
Sarah Lulham
Eastbourne
THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students
Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6
Bushy Wood
The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.
Luke Major
Cuckmere
Very professional and helpful staff.
J Saunders
Eastbourne
Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !
Bernadette Fitton
Cuckmere
Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.
Ian Collie
Eastbourne
What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.
Wendy McGurrin
Cuckmere
Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.
Peter Cook
Cuckmere
We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.
70th Portsmouth Scouts
Bushy Wood
thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.
Rachel Barrett
Bushy Wood
The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer
Lorena Winstanley
Eastbourne
Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.
Andy Cooper
Cuckmere
I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!
Jemma Hawkins
Eastbourne
Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
G Grum
Eastbourne
Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here
Shaun Tang
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.
Caroline Coxall
Cuckmere
I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.
Sacha Minns
Cuckmere and Bushy Wood
incredibly professional.
Thomas Teixiera
Eastbourne
My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.
Sarah Lulham
Eastbourne
THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students
Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6
Bushy Wood
The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.
Luke Major
Cuckmere
Very professional and helpful staff.
J Saunders
Eastbourne
Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !
Bernadette Fitton
Cuckmere
Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.
Ian Collie
Eastbourne
What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.
Wendy McGurrin
Cuckmere
Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.
Peter Cook
Cuckmere
We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.
70th Portsmouth Scouts
Bushy Wood
thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.
Rachel Barrett
Bushy Wood
The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer
Lorena Winstanley
Eastbourne
Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.
Andy Cooper
Cuckmere
I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!
Jemma Hawkins
Eastbourne
Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
G Grum
Eastbourne
Very good service. Had a windsurfing lesson here and would definitely recommend lessons here
Shaun Tang
Eastbourne
I just wanted to say what a fantastic time my son and I had on Saturdays beach trip, our guide was just so sweet and made the tour so enjoyable.
Caroline Coxall
Cuckmere
I just wanted to say a big thankyou to all of you. you were so helpful with my booking the clubs for this summer. George and the rest of the camp staff were really friendly and my twin girls had just the best time.
Sacha Minns
Cuckmere and Bushy Wood
incredibly professional.
Thomas Teixiera
Eastbourne
My children had an awesome time doing the water-sports session in Eastbourne.
Easy to book, value for money and lovely, enthusiastic and encouraging staff working with the children.
Sarah Lulham
Eastbourne
THANK YOU! To all leaders, we all thank you for this wonderful trip you have given us. It has been the
best time ever EVER. You are all great!! See you soon, yours sincerely - the students
Ticehurst and Flimwell Year 6
Bushy Wood
The team at Buzz Active helped to organise a brilliant session and made the whole process very enjoyable. Thank you.
Luke Major
Cuckmere
Very professional and helpful staff.
J Saunders
Eastbourne
Absolutely fantastic, my paddle board instructor was Connor a lovely lad who puts you at ease ,i had the most amazing time, I would highly recommend going whatever your age I'm not a spring chicken but however now feel like one !
Bernadette Fitton
Cuckmere
Booked a taster session, kayak and paddle board, for my kids (aged 8 and 11).
Instructor was fantastic and they had a great time. All the gear was provided and they were well looked after, learning the basics and having a lot of fun while doing it.
Ian Collie
Eastbourne
What a fantastic experience I had. I was a little apprehensive being 62 but I needn’t of worried. My instructor Aston was fantastic she put me at ease the moment we met, and was very patient particularly when I fell in!. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the Company to anyone.
Wendy McGurrin
Cuckmere
Took my grandsons, 9 & 6 for paddle boarding, both thoroughly enjoyed it. The instructor was really really good. All very well organized, highly recommend.
Peter Cook
Cuckmere
We had a fantastic week at Bushy Wood and would like to thank everyone involved. The campsite itself is excellent and perfectly suited our needs. The facilities were outstanding, particularly the toilet and shower blocks, which were clean, modern and greatly appreciated by both Scouts and leaders throughout the week.
70th Portsmouth Scouts
Bushy Wood
thank you for the amazing residential we had this week. It was fantastic from start to finish. All the staff were superb,
Daisy and George on site and all of the staff down at the water on Tuesday.
The children had the best time and have gone home with so many amazing memories.
Rachel Barrett
Bushy Wood
The family did a windsurf taster day and it was a good fun, perfect to see if it's for you, we even had ago in the sea....we most definitely be back next summer
Lorena Winstanley
Eastbourne
Brought a group of scouts out here for a day on the water and what an amazing experience we all had with a group of nearly 50 kids and I couldn't rate the instructors highly enough. The whole team were excellent and engaged our cubs and scouts for the whole day.
Andy Cooper
Cuckmere
I am immensely grateful to Buzz Active and all your staff for enabling Mason to take part in such activities through the HAF scheme which means learning new skills and bringing confidence out in him is worth everything . My son has always loved the water , it is his happy place and I'm so glad I book him with Buzz active this week!
Jemma Hawkins
Eastbourne
Great places to learn and become part of a club that includes windsurfing, paddle boarding, sailing and more. The staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommend.
G Grum
Eastbourne