On-Water Boat Handling Training
4 Hours
This immersive course covers a wide array of essential skills, from docking and anchoring to navigation and radio etiquette. Gain a heightened sense of situational awareness and master close-quarters maneuvering like a qualified captain.
Perfect for boat enthusiasts with vessels ranging from 17 to 40 feet in length, our Hands-On Boat Handling Course offers two flexible options:
- Aboard one of our training boats or
- Private lessons aboard your own boat
No Boat-No Problem
You can still take the 4-Hour Boat Handling Course! We have training boats available in multiple locations. When you submit your request we’ll work together to select the most appropriate boat and location.
Boat Handling InquiryOwner/Operator Training
6 Hours Per Day
Experience a multi-day, fully immersive course tailored to your specific needs and boat size. This comprehensive course covers a range of topics, including docking techniques, vessel systems, maintenance, trip planning, electronics, safety procedures, close-quarters maneuvering, equipment usage, and a host of other essential skills.
Our course is ideally suited for boat owners with vessels exceeding 40 feet in length. Whether you're a seasoned captain or just upgrading to a larger vessel, this program is designed to elevate your knowledge and expertise.
Training Details
Multi-Day Owner / Operator Course
How it Works
This course is a customized, on-water training available aboard your vessel. The Captain will come to your location and works with you aboard your boat.
The price starts at $850 per day. If mate assistance required, $350 additional per day. A Check Ride is $650 per day.
How Many Days?
This course can range from 2-10 days depending on your boating experience and the size of your vessel.
We have found that the average length of our Owner/Operator Training Course is 5 days, plus a Check Ride.
Insurance Coverage
Most insurance companies require on-water training and a Captain sign-off. Upon completion of your training and Check Ride, a sign-off letter is provided directly to your insurance company.
Contact us if you have difficulty obtaining insurance, we have resources and affiliates!
Boating Safety Education I.D. Card
In the United States, more than 40 states have boater education requirements that must be successfully completed before you can legally operate your recreational vessel on state waters.
You need boating education in Florida if you were born on or after January 1, 1988, and you will be operating a motorized boat of 10 hp or more.
Successfully completing our approved boater safety course keeps you compliant with the boating laws in your state.
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