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Get qualified to operate a marine VHF radio — classroom or online, plus exam.
Minimum age 16.
10 hours plus exam time (3 hours pre-course work) · Classroom £135 + £76 exam fee · Online £85 + £76 exam fee · Min age 16 · No experience needed
The RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate (SRC) is the minimum qualification required by law to operate VHF and VHF DSC radio equipment on any British-flagged vessel. Run from our RYA Training Centre in Weymouth, the course is available either online or in the classroom, with the exam always held in person. It covers everything you need to communicate clearly and safely on the water, including how to raise the alarm in an emergency.
During the course you will cover the following:
BOOKING A CLASSROOM COURSE:
Our course dates are:
Complete the Booking Form, choose your preferred date, and we will be in touch with you to confirm.
BOOKING AN ONLINE COURSE:
Call 07970 292 132 or email JurassicAquaSports@gmail.com to arrange access.
Need a bespoke date for a group or club booking?
Call us on 07970 292 132
Please reach us at jurassicaquasports@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Classroom: £135 plus a £76 exam fee. Online: £85 plus a £76 exam fee.
16 years old.
No previous experience is required.
Yes, the course content can be completed online, with the exam sat in person at our Weymouth centre.
10 hours of course time including roughly 3 hours of pre-course work, plus the exam.

Your qualification is valid in the UK and recognised internationally, including by charter companies across Europe and the Caribbean.

Practical sessions in the sheltered, world-class waters of Portland Harbour on the Jurassic Coast.

Simrad GPS, Navionics iPads and Icom VHF radio sets. Proper kit, not basic gear.

Bespoke course dates available for groups, families and returning students.
We keep our groups small so every student gets maximum time on the water and maximum attention from their instructor. If you have any concerns about your progress during the course, we will address them before the day ends. Your confidence on the water is our priority.

Learn to operate a marine VHF radio with confidence. Choose classroom or online training, then sit your exam with us in Weymouth.
Booking a classroom date? Complete our booking form and we'll confirm your place within 24 hours.
Doing the online course? Call or email us to arrange access. Questions first? Call us directly on: 07970 292 132
Your qualification is recognised in the UK and internationally.
All our courses are delivered by fully qualified and experienced RYA instructors.
Maximum time on the water and maximum attention from your instructor.
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