Superyacht RYA PWC (Jetski) Training Centre Information / FAQs

Preparing for an RYA Inspection:

How to prepare for an RYA Inspection?
 Whether it is your first RYA Inspection or your annual inspection there are a number of items you may wish to check / prepare prior to ensure a smooth, simple and easy process. You can find a pre-inspection check list at this link: https://www.superyachtpwc.com/jetski-resources/yacht-training-centre-info-hub/rya-inspection-preparation/ 

RYA Training Centre Equipment Lists:

Powerboat kit checklist

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Training checklist_ powerboat.pdf
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Jetski kit checklist

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Training checklist_ personal watercraft.
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RYA PWC Safety Certificate Duration:

How long is the RYA PWC Safety Certificate valid for?
Crew = 12 months
 Owners / Regular Guests = 6 months
Charter Guests = Duration of charter

Ordering RYA Certificates & Books:

How to order RYA PWC Safety Certificates?
RYA PWC Safety Certificates are sold in packs of x 10 and cost £65.00 per pack (4/2025)

Order code: PWSY

Order by: Email: orders@rya.org.uk  or Telephone: +44 2380 604132

How to order RYA books / eBooks?

Order code: E-G35 (£12.49)

Order by Email: orders@rya.org.uk or Telephone: +44 (0) 2380 604132

Change Of Captain / Principal and/or Chief Instructor

If your RYA Training centre Principal or Chief Instructor changes or is due to change the RYA must be informed by following the information below:

How to change RYA Principal?
  • Complete an RYA Change of Principal Form (CP) and submit to recognition@rya.org.uk (Forms available on your RYA website login)
  • Review information on the process and your obligations HERE
How to change RYA Chief Instructor?
  • Complete an RYA Change of Recognition Form (CR1) and submit to recognition@rya.org.uk  (Forms available on your RYA website login)

Change of Yacht name:

How to change Yacht name registered with the RYA?
 If your Yacht has had a name change then you must inform the RYA by completing a 'Change of Recognition Form' (CR1) and submitting it to recognition@rya.org.uk  This form is accessible via your RYA training centre RYA website login at this link

PWC (Jetski) Instructor certificate revalidation:

How to revalidate RYA PWC (jetski) instructor certificate?

The RYA PWC (jetski) Instructor Certificate is valid for 5 years. During this 5 year period you must have completed a minimum of 30 hours of RYA instruction at an RYA recognised training centre (Yacht or Land-based).

Assuming you have completed the minimum required hours, complete the RYA Instructor Revalidation form (below) and apply for RYA Membership (if your's has expired). You are required to be a 'current' RYA member at the time of first becoming an instructor and on each and every revalidation.   

If you have completed 30 hours + PWC instructing within last 5 years & your certificate is not expired for more than 1 year:

  • Valid 1st Aid certificate (if STCW, must be completed within last 5 year)
  • Current RYA personal membership
  • Evidence of 30 hours+ tuition within last 5 years
  • Login to your RYA website account: and go to Online RYA PWC Instructor revalidation form
If you have not completed 30 hour of tuition within last 5 years or your certificate expired more than 1 year ago: 
Instructor certificate expired 2 or more years ago? 
  • You will need to complete the instructor course again... 
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RYA Instructor observation form.pdf
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Introduction To Personal Watercraft Safety For Guests On Superyachts

Guidance Notes For PW Instructors & PW Centre Principals

Once your RYA Application for recognition form has been submitted to the RYA, you will be sent a RYA website login link where you can access the RYA Training Centre Recognition Guidance Notes.

Major Incident Planning For RYA Training Centres

This document is accessible via your RYA login at this link


RYA Writing Operating Systems As Part Of Your SMS

This document is accessible via your RYA login at this link

A Voluntary Code Of Practice For Watersports In The Superyacht Industry

This document is accessible via your RYA login at this link


Equality Policy Example (10.17)

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Equality Policy Example.pdf
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