The ISA is running a PWC Training Scheme in Westport Co. Mayo over the weekend of the 6th/7th September next. This Training workshop is the first step in the new ISA PWC Training scheme being available to all PWC users. All ISA clubs with an interest in PWC’s are requested to submit names of candidates who would like to take part and would hope to progress onto becoming a PWC Instructor. For further information contact Denis Dillon at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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IRELANDS FIRST JET SKI CLUB & FIRST EVENT

Lough Derg Jet Ski Club's First Event

Recently the newely formed Lough Derg Jet Ski club held its first cruise in company event. This event was set up so that all the club members could get to know each other. As important to this event was the fact the club wanted to show other water users on Lough Derg that there was a group of PWC owners who are responsible, friendly and operate their crafts in a safe manner.

All PWC.s for this event as per club rules had to be insured and have a vessel registration clearly displayed.

A great day was had by all and the feedback from the other water users is very positive, so well done all.

Galway Jetski Meeting

New bye laws being proposed for Galway.  Jetskiers have your say before its too late. Pass the word of this meeting as the bye laws are due in place. 

 Public Meeting Galway Harbour Hotel 19.00 on Friday 16th May.

For Details call Susie or Finbarr at 091-560560 

At a recent Irish Water Safety Officers Conference held in Ballinasloe Co. Galway ISA managment gave a presentation on Managing Boating into the future.

Water Safety Officers fron the various Local Authorities were present, Harry Harmon CEO of the ISA gave an opening address, In his address he explained the need for  National guidelines in the managment of Boating into the future. This was followed up by a presentation given by Denis Dillon Motorboat Development Officer for the ISA. In this presentation the policy of bans on fast powerboats was a major issue. On this issue the ISA belives that the present policy of bans is flawed and put forward a series of options. These options allowed for a more open managment scheme that would take into account the needs of all stakeholders, through a series of clubs and open consultation a code of practice could be introduced into an area. A lively Q & A session followed.

Because of bye laws being introduced by Local Authorities on a monthly basis, the ISA has contacted all the Local Authorities and sent a letter on behalf of all boaters. This will be followed up by a conference later on in the summer. The theme of this conference will be " National Guidelines for Managing Boating "

As the National Body for boating in Ireland the ISA is taking the threat to the use of fast powerboats and PWC's very serious. Through your help and the estabilishment of new clubs the ISA will be able to put your views forward to the law makers.