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hands on training so that you always feel in control on the water

Whether you’re looking for your first experience at the helm or simply looking to brush up on your skills we can help.  We make all of our lessons custom to the clients needs and make the time as fun and stress free as possible. We empower those we teach to have the skills and confidence they need to get more out of their boating experience and become more comfortable behind the helm. 

Testimonials

"Easily the most relaxing and stress free boating lessons on the market. I learned so much from Rich and he made it a priority to cover everything I was most interested in. Feeling super confident now in all aspects of operating my vessel."

-Marc Traina

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SERVICES

OPERATION

& NAVIGATION

  • Appropriate shifting

CONTROLLEd

DOCKING

  • Start, stop and backing the boat with appropriate shifting

HARBOR

HANDLING

  • Start, stop and backing the boat with appropriate shifting

  • Turning on power & water

  • Preparing for a cruise

  • Using the VHF radio

  • Understanding charts

  • Chart-plotter navigation basics

  • Radar and sonar basics

  • Safely docking

  • Briefing the passengers and crew

  • Docking procedures

  • Starting the generator

  • Close quarter maneuvering

  • Right of way rules

  • Use of lines & fenders

  • Use of radio or cell for harbor

High Speed

Open Water

Night

Cruising

Maintenance

& Systems

  • Transitioning from low to high speeds

  • Maneuvering through waves and wakes

  • Stopping the boat safely after operating at high speed.

  • Anchoring to a buoy

  • Bridges and locks

  • Rules of the road

  • Securing the decks

  • Radar or night vision

  • Lookouts

  • Navigation lights

  • Safety head counts

  • Transitioning from day to night

  • Understand fuel and electrical systems

  • Water systems and waste water

  • Air conditioning controls

  • Generator operation

  • Troubleshooting for common engine problems

  • Preparing for a cruise

  • Be familiar with terminology of the boat and engine parts

  • Turning safely at high speeds

PRICING

Hourly

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This flexible option can be dedicated to teaching the client whatever they desire

Captain only $125/per hour

full Day

8 Hours

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The time of the full-day session like the half day can be dedicated to specific set of goals set by the client.

Captain only $950

Skipper/Host $250

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