Motorboat school
The motorboat driving school is located below the Quaibrücke bridge next to the Bauschänzli in the heart of Zurich city. The location is situated very centrally, there are plenty of parking spaces in the area and it is easily accessible by public transport.
Training Area
Our training area is located in the lower lake basin of Lake Zurich. We usually start the motorboat lessons from our mooring spot next to Bauschänzli. It is also possible to start from Enge harbor, Seerose Wollishofen harbor or Tiefenbrunnen harbor.
Training
As individual lessons or groups of 2. We are also happy to give you private lessons on your own boat.
Single: CHF 195.- (90 min.)
Group of 2: CHF 130.- / person (120 min.)
Depending on your wishes and availability, the motorboat school can be completed in blocks as a half-day course, full-day course or in 90-minute lessons. We will be happy to discuss the most suitable option and its advantages and disadvantages with you.
Training times
January to December, by individual arrangement with you, from Monday to Sunday from approx. 8:00 to approx. 21:00, depending on the season and daylight.
Execution
Our lessons are held in all weather situations, as far as the safety of the boat and crew allows. No special clothing is required apart from shoes with non-slip soles (e.g. sneakers).
Training program
The motorboat and the prescribed equipment including engine system. Mooring and unmooring at jetty and pier port and starboard, forward and reverse. Maneuvering in confined spaces (turning on the spot, turning over the bow). Bow and stern landing at buoy, jetty and in the box, “man overboard” maneuver. Sailing on different courses according to markers and compass. General seamanship (knots, mooring the ship, ship safety, basics of ship handling). Preparation for the category A examination.
Only forward maneuvers are tested in the category A1 practical test, which is limited to sailing boats with a motor.
Training duration
The duration of the course varies depending on personal background and age. The average is around 20 lessons of 1.5 hours until you are ready for the exam.
Our specially developed comprehensive training materials are included in the training price and will be given to you in your first lesson.
Insurance
Personal accident insurance is the responsibility of the student; Robina Bootsschule cannot accept any liability. Damage caused by the student to the training boat and equipment is covered by the hull insurance flat rate.
For questions and bookings please do not hesitate to contact us.