Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

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Women only class for the first of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

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This 16-hour, 2 day class combining classroom and on the water practical experience for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills and confidence. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. This course also includes the RI or Ma state specific test. Minimum 4 students to conduct class. No more than 4 per boat for maximum individual practice. If you don't see dates that work for you, please contact us. We are happy to try to organize a class on other dates. We look forward to helping you get out on the water!

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Are you serious about learning how to operate a boat safely and building your on-the-water boat handling skills? Get out of the classroom and behind the wheel! Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this 2-day course is the most comprehensive safe boating course available, combining theoretical classroom knowledge with hands-on demonstrations, lessons and on-the-water drills. Whether you are a beginner or experienced powerboat driver, this course is guaranteed to make you a better boater!

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We use Grady White 18 for our single engine course and a Safeboat 26 for our Twin engine course. There is a 2 person minimum to run a class. This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. These national and state approvals call for the course to include a total of six to eight hours of classroom sessions covering required education topics.

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Registration

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

Women only class for the second of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

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US Coast Guard Approved This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat or improve their on-the-water boat handling skills. No experience necessary. The topics are covered using a variety of techniques in the classroom and dockside, emphasizing on-the-water practical application of all skills. Topics covered include: On-the-Water Sessions Engine & electrical systems Starting procedures Docking Leaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers Anchoring Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in water rescue Classroom Sessions Safety, prep & weather Maneuvering concepts Registration & Capacities Equipment requirements Prep & fueling procedures Navigation rules of the road Aids to navigation Environmental regulations Instructor:Greg Pimentel Age: 12-adult Group Size: 4 – 8 Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Certifications Earned: Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Fee: $400/per person ($450/per person if less than two weeks before course), includes all books, safety equipment and on-the-water instruction.

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This 2-day, hands-on course is designed for anyone who wants to work as a launch driver at marinas, yacht clubs, waterfront centers and camps. As part of this course you will earn a certificate in lieu of an exam at the United States Coast Guard so that you may apply for a US Coast Guard License for Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels or Master of Self Propelled Vessels engaged in launch tender service upon inland waters (not more than ½ nautical mile from shore). In addition you will earn a US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification and a New York State equivalent Boating Safety Certificate.

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Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat and improve their boat handling skills on actual boats. The US Coast Guard has approved this course and recognizes it as a standard in boat handling. Classroom sessions and on-the-water sessions totaling six to eight hours each, covering required education topics in which students learn: On-the-Water Sessions Starting procedures DockingLeaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in Water rescue Engine & electrical systems Classroom Sessions Safety, prep & weather Maneuvering concepts Registration & capacities Equipment requirements Prep & fueling procedures Navigation and rules of the road Aids to navigationEnvironmental regulations -------------------------------------- Prerequisites: none Ages 12-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Cost: $650, which includes all books and materials needed

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Our one-day program combines 4 hours of classroom training in the morning and then after lunch, 3 hours of on-the-water skill development. This unique format gives each student not only the knowledge needed for anyone stepping onto a boat, but also on-the-water practical lessons that will improve skill level and build confidence. Feel relaxed with all female instructors.

Registration

Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

Registration

Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

We use Grady White 18 for our single engine course and a Safeboat 26 for our Twin engine course. There is a 2 person minimum to run a class. This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. These national and state approvals call for the course to include a total of six to eight hours of classroom sessions covering required education topics.

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This second part of our Basic Powerboat Cruising course takes you deep into the San Juan Islands of Northwest Washington. Training here will prepare you for anywhere - blowing your horizons wide open. Taught on Imagine, our spectacular Selene 40 trawler. This class builds on the Level-1 class (May 26-28). After Level-2 you can charter Imagine for multi-day cruises in the San Juan Islands. See also our 7-day Basic Powerboat Cruising Intensive course in the San Juan Islands, and our Inshore Powerboat Cruising class (taught on the Inside Passage), which qualifies you for international chartering.

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Women only class for the third of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This 16-hour, 2 day class combining classroom and on the water practical experience for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills and confidence. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. This course also includes the RI or Ma state specific test. Minimum 4 students to conduct class. No more than 4 per boat for maximum individual practice. If you don't see dates that work for you, please contact us. We are happy to try to organize a class on other dates. We look forward to helping you get out on the water!

Registration

Do you already have your State Boating Certificate and want hands-on instruction, and lots of on-the-water time? Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this 1-day course emphasizes hands-on demonstrations, lessons and on-the-water drills. Suitable for all skill levels, this is a hands-on driving course with minimal classroom time for those with prior theoretical and classroom knowledge. TOPICS COVERED: Dockside & on-the-water skills: Operations checklists; engine troubleshooting; leaving & returning to a dock or slip; slow and high-speed boat handling and close-quarters maneuvering; navigation; towing; person in the water recovery; anchoring; and more!

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

We use Grady White 18 for our single engine course and a Safeboat 26 for our Twin engine course. There is a 2 person minimum to run a class. This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. These national and state approvals call for the course to include a total of six to eight hours of classroom sessions covering required education topics.

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

We use Grady White 18 for our single engine course and a Safeboat 26 for our Twin engine course. There is a 2 person minimum to run a class. This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. These national and state approvals call for the course to include a total of six to eight hours of classroom sessions covering required education topics.

Registration

Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is designed for mariners who want to learn how to safely operate a powerboat larger than 30 feet and improve their boat handling skills. This course focuses on how to responsibly operate a twin-screw powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions. On-the-Water Sessions Advanced Docking Team coordinated leaving & returning to a slip Dense harbor maneuvers Open water boat control Visual piloting Intermediate anchoring Securing a large vessel Classroom Sessions Liveaboard marine systems Inboard engine checks Twin-screw maneuvering concepts Emergency procedures Deck Safety COLREGS ----------------------- Ages 16-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Basic Cruising certificate Cost: $850, which includes all books and materials needed

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Registration

Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

Registration

Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding Class runs from 9--12 PM

Registration

This course is made to help you advance your skills and confidence in the docking aspect of boating. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. Course time 1pm-4pm

Registration

We use Grady White 18 for our single engine course and a Safeboat 26 for our Twin engine course. There is a 2 person minimum to run a class. This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. These national and state approvals call for the course to include a total of six to eight hours of classroom sessions covering required education topics.

Registration

This 16-hour, 2 day class combining classroom and on the water practical experience for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills and confidence. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. This course also includes the RI or Ma state specific test. Minimum 4 students to conduct class. No more than 4 per boat for maximum individual practice. If you don't see dates that work for you, please contact us. We are happy to try to organize a class on other dates. We look forward to helping you get out on the water!

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Women only class for the first of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

US Coast Guard Approved This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat or improve their on-the-water boat handling skills. No experience necessary. The topics are covered using a variety of techniques in the classroom and dockside, emphasizing on-the-water practical application of all skills. Topics covered include: On-the-Water Sessions Engine & electrical systems Starting procedures Docking Leaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers Anchoring Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in water rescue Classroom Sessions Safety, prep & weather Maneuvering concepts Registration & Capacities Equipment requirements Prep & fueling procedures Navigation rules of the road Aids to navigation Environmental regulations Instructor:Greg Pimentel Age: 12-adult Group Size: 4 – 8 Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Certifications Earned: Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Fee: $400/per person ($450/per person if less than two weeks before course), includes all books, safety equipment and on-the-water instruction.

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

Registration

Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

Registration

Registration

Women only class for the second of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat and improve their boat handling skills on actual boats. The US Coast Guard has approved this course and recognizes it as a standard in boat handling. Classroom sessions and on-the-water sessions totaling six to eight hours each, covering required education topics in which students learn: On-the-Water Sessions Starting procedures DockingLeaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in Water rescue Engine & electrical systems Classroom Sessions Safety, prep & weather Maneuvering concepts Registration & capacities Equipment requirements Prep & fueling procedures Navigation and rules of the road Aids to navigationEnvironmental regulations -------------------------------------- Prerequisites: none Ages 12-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Cost: $650, which includes all books and materials needed

Registration

Our one-day program combines 4 hours of classroom training in the morning and then after lunch, 3 hours of on-the-water skill development. This unique format gives each student not only the knowledge needed for anyone stepping onto a boat, but also on-the-water practical lessons that will improve skill level and build confidence. Feel relaxed with all female instructors.

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

Registration

Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

Registration

Women only class for the third of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

This 16-hour, 2 day class combining classroom and on the water practical experience for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills and confidence. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. This course also includes the RI or Ma state specific test. Minimum 4 students to conduct class. No more than 4 per boat for maximum individual practice. If you don't see dates that work for you, please contact us. We are happy to try to organize a class on other dates. We look forward to helping you get out on the water!

Registration

US Coast Guard Approved This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat or improve their on-the-water boat handling skills. No experience necessary. The topics are covered using a variety of techniques in the classroom and dockside, emphasizing on-the-water practical application of all skills. Topics covered include: On-the-Water Sessions Engine & electrical systems Starting procedures Docking Leaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers Anchoring Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in water rescue Classroom Sessions Safety, prep & weather Maneuvering concepts Registration & Capacities Equipment requirements Prep & fueling procedures Navigation rules of the road Aids to navigation Environmental regulations Instructor:Greg Pimentel Age: 12-adult Group Size: 4 – 8 Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Certifications Earned: Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Fee: $400/per person ($450/per person if less than two weeks before course), includes all books, safety equipment and on-the-water instruction.

Registration

Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is designed for mariners who want to learn how to safely operate a powerboat larger than 30 feet and improve their boat handling skills. This course focuses on how to responsibly operate a twin-screw powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions. On-the-Water Sessions Advanced Docking Team coordinated leaving & returning to a slip Dense harbor maneuvers Open water boat control Visual piloting Intermediate anchoring Securing a large vessel Classroom Sessions Liveaboard marine systems Inboard engine checks Twin-screw maneuvering concepts Emergency procedures Deck Safety COLREGS ----------------------- Ages 16-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Basic Cruising certificate Cost: $850, which includes all books and materials needed

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

Registration

Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

Registration

Women only class for the first of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

Registration

Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

Registration

Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

Registration

Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

Registration

This complete 7-day cruising immersion course in the San Juan Islands gives you a lot more than your Basic Powerboat Cruising Certification. It's a deep dive into the skills & knowledge needed to safely operate in the challenging and spectacular waters of the Salish Sea in the Pacific Northwest. Training here will prepare you for anything, blowing your horizons wide open. Taught on Imagine, an exceptionally seaworthy and sophisticated Selene 40 trawler. After this class you can charter Imagine for multi-day cruises in the San Juan Islands. See also our our Inshore Powerboat Cruising class, taught in the Inside Passage, and which qualifies you for international chartering.

Registration

Women only class for the second of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

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This 16-hour, 2 day class combining classroom and on the water practical experience for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and improve their boat handling skills and confidence. No previous experience is required! The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course and an increasing number of states have recognized it as meeting their requirements for a State Boating Education Certificate. This course also includes the RI or Ma state specific test. Minimum 4 students to conduct class. No more than 4 per boat for maximum individual practice. If you don't see dates that work for you, please contact us. We are happy to try to organize a class on other dates. We look forward to helping you get out on the water!

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First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

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Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

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Women only class for the third of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Taught by female instructors. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

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First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

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First of four modules to advance your skills and confidence in boating. 3 hours on the water:Centering the wheel,Shifting gears and throttle control,Preparing the boat for departure,Steering straight at idle speed,Station Holding. Visit our website to see all the modules and to register.

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Second of four modules. 3 hours on the water -180 degree turn-arounds, Docking on port & starboard, Departing from dock, Using S.C.A.N. procedures. For more information about the other modules and to register, visit our website.

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Third of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Utilizing boat trim, Displacement & Planning Object avoidance, Ferrying, Emergency Stops. For more information on the modules and to register, please visit our website.

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Last of four modules. 3 hours on the water - Crossing waves and wakes, Person overboard retrieval, Sharp turning on plane, Advanced avoidance. For full details and to register for any of the modules, please visit our website

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Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a powerboat and improve their boat handling skills on actual boats. The US Coast Guard has approved this course and recognizes it as a standard in boat handling. Classroom sessions and on-the-water sessions totaling six to eight hours each, covering required education topics in which students learn: On-the-Water Sessions Starting procedures DockingLeaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in Water rescue Engine & electrical systems Classroom Sessions Safety, prep & weather Maneuvering concepts Registration & capacities Equipment requirements Prep & fueling procedures Navigation and rules of the road Aids to navigationEnvironmental regulations -------------------------------------- Prerequisites: none Ages 12-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling certificate Cost: $650, which includes all books and materials needed

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A complete, top-end Basic Powerboat Cruising Course in the ultimate Northwest destination - Desolation Sound. Seven days is plenty of time to gain great skills equal to Salish Sea waters, and to bask in this cruising paradise. Our skills training is thorough, preparing boaters to safely operate in the challenging and spectacular waters of the Salish Sea in the Pacific Northwest. Training here will prepare you for anything, blowing your horizons wide open. Taught on Imagine, our exceptionally seaworthy and sophisticated Selene 40 trawler. After this class you can charter Imagine for multi-day cruises in the San Juan Islands. See also our our Inshore Powerboat Cruising class, taught in the Inside Passage, and which qualifies you for international chartering.

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A complete, top-end Basic Powerboat Cruising Course in the ultimate Northwest destination - Desolation Sound. Seven days is plenty of time to gain great skills equal to Salish Sea waters, and to bask in this cruising paradise. Our skills training is thorough, preparing boaters to safely operate in the challenging and spectacular waters of the Salish Sea in the Pacific Northwest. Training here will prepare you for anything, blowing your horizons wide open. Taught on Imagine, our exceptionally seaworthy and sophisticated Selene 40 trawler. After this class you can charter Imagine for multi-day cruises in the San Juan Islands. See also our our Inshore Powerboat Cruising class, taught in the Inside Passage, and which qualifies you for international chartering.

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Saturday & Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm This 16-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is designed for mariners who want to learn how to safely operate a powerboat larger than 30 feet and improve their boat handling skills. This course focuses on how to responsibly operate a twin-screw powered cruising vessel during daylight hours within sight of land in light to moderate wind and sea conditions. On-the-Water Sessions Advanced Docking Team coordinated leaving & returning to a slip Dense harbor maneuvers Open water boat control Visual piloting Intermediate anchoring Securing a large vessel Classroom Sessions Liveaboard marine systems Inboard engine checks Twin-screw maneuvering concepts Emergency procedures Deck Safety COLREGS ----------------------- Ages 16-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Basic Cruising certificate Cost: $850, which includes all books and materials needed

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This is a 7-day cruising immersion class in the Inside Passage of British Columbia - North America's most exotic cruising grounds. Plenty of time to enjoy the islands while gaining a solid foundation of skills & knowledge for cruising anywhere. You will train and cruise aboard Imagine, a supremely seaworthy and sophisticated, and beautiful Selene 40. Earn your International Proficiency Certificate to charter cruise anywhere in the world. You will also have exclusive Graduate charter access to Imagine for multi-day cruising in Washington State's San Juan Islands. Includes the Night Operations Endorsement.

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Do you already have your State Boating Certificate and want hands-on instruction, and lots of on-the-water time? Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this 1-day course emphasizes hands-on demonstrations, lessons and on-the-water drills. Suitable for all skill levels, this is a hands-on driving course with minimal classroom time for those with prior theoretical and classroom knowledge. TOPICS COVERED: Dockside & on-the-water skills: Operations checklists; engine troubleshooting; leaving & returning to a dock or slip; slow and high-speed boat handling and close-quarters maneuvering; navigation; towing; person in the water recovery; anchoring; and more!

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Are you serious about learning how to operate a boat safely and building your on-the-water boat handling skills? Get out of the classroom and behind the wheel! Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this 2-day course is the most comprehensive safe boating course available, combining theoretical classroom knowledge with hands-on demonstrations, lessons and on-the-water drills. Whether you are a beginner or experienced powerboat driver, this course is guaranteed to make you a better boater!

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With so many great cruising locations on the Great Lakes, and beyond this Coastal Cruising course teaches how to safely venture beyond Illinois waters. The class focuses on the technical and risk management skills necessary to explore unfamiliar waters. You'll learn how to plan, prepare, and execute a multi-day cruising expedition. If you are looking to charter a boat in a foreign country for your next vacation, then this is the class for you. This 20-hour course takes place on our CYA cruising yacht. Day One: Planning the trip Vessel inspection Fueling procedures Safety checklists Passage planning Basic chart plotting Marine forecast interpretation Day Two: Execute trip plan Cruising to Racine, WI or New Buffalo MI (students choice) Open water driving Coastal piloting Chart plotting Dead reckoning GPS Storm strategies Crew overboard recovery Once at the determined destination, students will practice anchoring and docking along with the protocol necessary to stay overnight at an unfamiliar marina. The class will then cruise back to Chicago with the ability to practice night navigation, electronics, and docking. Prerequisites: Basic Powerboat Cruising Ages 16-Adult Certification(s) Earned: US Powerboating Inshore Powerboat Cruising certificate and US Powerboating Night Operations certificate Cost: $1000, which includes all books and materials needed

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This 2-day, hands-on course is designed for anyone who wants to work as a launch driver at marinas, yacht clubs, waterfront centers and camps. As part of this course you will earn a certificate in lieu of an exam at the United States Coast Guard so that you may apply for a US Coast Guard License for Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels or Master of Self Propelled Vessels engaged in launch tender service upon inland waters (not more than ½ nautical mile from shore). In addition you will earn a US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification and a New York State equivalent Boating Safety Certificate.

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Join Chicago Yacht Academy in the British Virgin Islands to learn how to be the captain of your next island hopping vacation. This week-long, on the water course, is hands-on. You will learn the necessary skills to charter or be a proficient owner-operator of a motor yacht anywhere in the world. You will be acting as both captain and crew to learn how to navigate a live-aboard power catamaran through the BVI's. This course will build your confidence and your credentials to boat in new and unfamiliar waters! No experience is necessary, just a passion for learning and getting on the water. WHAT'S INCLUDED: All meals/provisions while onboard All books and course materials All mooring, park fees, fuel, and yacht related expenditures COST: Solo Cabin requires a $650.00 deposit. The balance of $5,850.00 is due six weeks before the class starts. Shared Cabin requires a $550.00 deposit. The balance of $4,950.00 is due six weeks before the class starts. ACTUAL COST: $5,500.00-$6,500.000 FULLY REFUNDED IF CLASS DOES NOT FILL TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE BVI'S IS NOT INCLUDED Certifications Earned Upon Completion: US Powerboating Basic Powerboat Cruising and Inshore Powerboat Cruising. Register today and take the first step in joining the elite few who can host friends and family aboard their own charter boat!