Welcome to our world of Jet-Skiing....

Our Jet Ski and Water Sports package is perfect for those who are looking for excitement and exhilaration in their spare time. You will arrive at the coast usually around 10am where you will be introduced to your instructor, you will be shown how the jet ski operates etc. before taking off on your ride, course's usually consist of upto 8 people, wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided, however please feel free to bring your own if you wish to do so. During the day you will be offered the chance to experience the thrill of the ringo rides and take the challenge of learning to water ski. The cost of this course is extremely competitive, call us now for details.

 

Training 

COURSE CONTENT

It is the aim of Paraquest to make training courses informative and fun. Emphasis onour relationship with other water users ( such as collision avoidance ) is intended to help us integrate into the established system adopted by other sea users. It is hoped that rather than restrict our operations, the knowledge gained will open up the available use for our craft, save us money and improve our general image.

 

The topics covered include.

 

  • Background on standards, legislation and the benefits of qualifications.

  • Equipment ( personal and sport requirements - choice, quality and suppliers).
  • I.R.P.C.S - Where we fit, anti-collision signals ( including VHF information).
  • Practical - a hands on approach to the learning of useful techniques including, slow and fast control, trim, ventilation, anchoring, emergency stop.
  • Rope work ( a simple five knot approach and some useful advise
  • Maintenance - all kit
  • Charts - a simple explanation of how they work ( including tides ) and how to use them.
  • Weather - what the forecast means to us.
  • Emergencies - towing etc.
  • The order and depth of the topics covered may be altered to suit individual needs and the standard of training being undertaken.

 

WHERE WE ARE ?

Class room training usually takes place in the morning at Quest Marine, Unit 48 Tondu Enterprise Centre, Tondu, Bridgend, CF32 9BS. And the water training is normally carried out in the afternoon at one of the local slip ways which benefits offers a safe training environment for all types of Personal Water Craft. We have travelled to various parts of England to train people and take pride in the high standard of instruction given.Your course starts at 9am and will go through to approximately 5pm naturally we stop for break and lunch. Changing facilities, toilets and showers are available, however is it advisable to bring a packed lunch.

 

HOW MUCH ?

For the RYA PW course a there is a rate of £125 per person ( an additional charge of £60 is made if you require the hire of a jetski ). We cover the RYA syllabus and include full paperwork. We can take groups of up to six for established riders wishing to qualify but for novices we prefer one or two (maximum three). We also have a centre at Porthcawl & Lydstep ( Tenby ) Please call for course availability. We run courses whenever conditions are suitable, by appointment. Saturdays are naturally popular and become booked, often well in advance.Weekdays are available at short notice.

 

To obtain available course dates please ring Steve on 07970 741966 or alternatively ring the office on 01443-670031

 

 It is the aim of Paraquest to make training courses informative and fun. 

For more information call our local instructor on 01443-670031

Paraquest specialise in Sky Diving, Parachute Jumps, Parachute Courses, White Water Rafting, Shark Diving, Jet Skiing, RYA PW Courses ( Royal Yachting Association ) RYA Powerboat Courses from levels 1 through to the RYA powerboat level 2. & RYA VHF SRC, Water Skiing, Wake & Boarding

We also offer Charity Tandem Skydives and Static Line Parachute Jumps, Charity Shark Dives, Charity White Water Rafting and much more. You can also purchase gift vouchers on-line or by phone and post. These vouchers have proven to be an excellent gift and they come highly recommended.        

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