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16 Hours of On-The-Water Instruction
Achieving greater skill and confidence through private learning.
This course is a 16 hour hands-on, on-the-water course and is your jumping off course either as a beginner or a returning boater needing to refresh skills. In this course you will learn how to safely operate a small motorboat and gain or improve your boat handling skills.
The US Coast Guard and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) have approved this course for the California Boater’s Card. The state of California recognizes this course as meeting their requirements for the California Boater’s Card.
The Safe Powerboat Handling course covers all the required education topics for you to operate safely and confidently on a small motorboat to 25′. There are no prerequisites to taking this course.
- Private Class for up to 2 students
- Instructor, fuel, boat, materials, and insurance included
- $3,400 for one person. Add a second person for $1,500
On-the-Water Sessions
- Engine & electrical systems
- Starting procedures
- Leaving & returning to a slip
- Close-quarters maneuvers
- Steering a range
- Proceeding to a destination
- Person in Water rescue
Classroom Sessions
- Safety, preparation & weather
- Maneuvering concepts
- Registration & capacities
- Equipment requirements
- Preparation & fueling procedures
- Navigation rules of the road
- Aids to navigation
- Environment regulations
Prerequisites
- None, no experience necessary!
Suggested Age
- 10–adult (may be affected by state minimum age)
Certification(s) Earned
- US Sailing/US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate (NASBLA Approved)
- You’re ready to take the California Boaters Card Test
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- Safe Powerboat Training
- Safety & Rescue Boat Handling
Get out of the classroom and behind the wheel!
US Powerboat Training offers the nation’s best and most comprehensive hands-on powerboat courses. Whether you’re looking for your first experience at the helm or aiming to improve your skills, we can help. As the National leader in on-the-water powerboat training and education, our goal is to empower students with the skills and confidence they need to get more out of their boating experience and become more comfortable behind the helm.
Whether you are looking to operate a powerboat under or over 26 feet, we have a course to cover it.
The best on-the-water powerboat instruction available, our courses.
Whether you are a lifelong boater looking to brush up on your skills or have never been on the water before, we have opportunities available for you! We offer a range of boating courses for individuals of all skill levels. Our hands-on, on-the-water courses get you out of the classroom and behind the wheel for an educational experience unlike any other!
Search & Rescue Training
Safety & Rescue Boat Handling
Happy Boaters
“We had the best boating experience!!! Kevin was so helpful and great to work with!! He went above and beyond expectations. He took us to the sandbar to search for sand dollars!! We also saw two dolphins in the intercostal. One of the best days ever!!”
COLLEEN STEPENSON RETTINGER
“I couldn’t have been more lucky to be out on the water learning and experiencing sailing, power boating, rules of the water, and knots with such a great instructor. Kevin is very knowledgable and calm on the water. If you haven’t been on the water this would be the best way to start. Kevin has great people to help him out when needed. I never felt unsafe or uncomfortable. These courses gave me the confidence and skills to take my boat out.”
“If you’re looking for the best instruction on how to sail or operate a power boat, Kevin is your guy. Through his relaxed and calm demeanor and detailed instruction, I gained the confidence I needed to dock a boat and change tack to dodge the ferries. He will practice with you until it becomes second nature.”
Meet The Team
Capt. Kevin Hennessey
Kevin has been boating for 25 years. His love and passion for teaching and boating awarded him Instructor of the year from American Sailing Association for 2015.
Capt. Al Noble
Al has over 25 years on the water and tens of thousands of cruising hours under his belt. He maintains his 100 Ton Captians license and when he isn’t sailing can be found kayaking or fishing for trout in western North Carolina with his wife. Al has a passion for the sea that is unrivaled and experience that surpasses most.
OUR MISSION
Our mission aligns closely with the strategic objectives of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Boating Safety Division. We aim to support them in their mission to make America’s water ways safer for all and to minimize property damage, personal injury and loss of life by creating a new generation of educated and experienced recreational boaters.
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Powerboat Training
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE: Anyone looking to learn to operate a powerboat safely, improve on-the-water boat handling skills and/or obtain US Powerboating/US Sailing Safe Powerboat Handling Certification. This is a hands-on driving course. CERTIFICATIONS: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification PREREQUISITE: None SKILL LEVEL: All levels AGES: 12 and up
Mon. Sept. 23 & Tues. Sept. 24, 2024, 6 pm - 10 pm Two 4-hour classroom sessions providing strong foundational knowledge for safe boating. Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this course focuses on information that will keep you safe and legally compliant on the water. Click link above for more info.
2025 SCHEDULE TO BE ANNOUNCED WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE: Anyone looking to learn to operate a powerboat safely and improve their boat-handling skills. This class is a mixture of on-the-water and classroom time. CERTIFICATIONS: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification. This is a NY State and NASBLA approved course. PREREQUISITE: None SKILL LEVEL: All levels AGES: 10 & up
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Become a US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Instructor! In this 3-day course for advanced powerboat operators who will operate boats 26 feet and under, instructor candidates will learn the fundamentals of on-the-water instruction. Click above for more info.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE: Anyone who wants to work as a launch driver. CERTIFICATIONS: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification; SUNY Maritime College Launch Tender license. Click link above for more info. PREREQUISITE: None, but you will need to meet requirements for your USCG license application. SKILL LEVEL: All levels AGES: 17 to take the class, 18 to apply for the license
Sat. April 27 & Sun. April 28 WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE : Anyone who wants to work as a Launch Driver CERTIFICATIONS : US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification; SUNY Maritime College Launch Tender License. PREREQUISITE : None, but you will need to meet requirements for your USCG License application.
DEVELOPING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH AN AFFINITY FOR THE SEA
Powerboat training, powerboat training to meet your needs.
If you want to improve powerboating, we are here to help. SeaAffinity provides hands-on powerboat training to meet your needs. First, if it is certification you need, we provide US Powerboating hands-on certification. or, if there are certain skills you want to improve, we provide private powerboat training on our boat or yours.
US Powerboating: Safe Powerboat Handling
We offer the course as a blend of self-study and guided hands-on training. Because you asked, we have also split the hands-on portion into two sessions. This allows more processing time and has shown excellent results in our students. Digital textbook and online resources included.
We offer this course on our 20′ center console RIB. Cost: $650 (multiple family member discount available)
Private Powerboat Training
We offer this training on our 20′ center console RIB or on you own boat.
Cost: $350 for a two-hour lesson (plus travel time to your boat)
Contact us to schedule a course or a lesson
410-812-3757
Charters and lessons
Are you interested in more sailing and boating opportunities check out a few of our popular charters and lessons below., come sail with us, introduction to sailing, wine and cheese sunset sail, private lessons, sailing under the stars, powerboat training.
Prerequisites: None Required! Recommended Age: 10 - Adult Location : Your boat or Ours!
All classes are 16 hours and include:
Classroom sessions .
Starting and Safety Safety, preparation & weather Maneuvering concepts
Boating Equipment Registration & capacities Equipment requirements Preparation & fueling procedures
Navigation and Rules of Driving Navigation rules of the road
Aids to Navigation and Environmental Regs Aids to navigation Environment regulations
Exam Review Session Review for the Final Exam (separate session)
On-the-Water Boat Lessons
On-The Water (Deck Hand) Engine & electrical systems Starting procedures
Docking Leaving & returning to a slip Close-quarters maneuvers
On-The Water (Deck Hand) Anchoring Steering a range Proceeding to a destination Person in Water rescue
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Small Boat Instructor Programs
Level 2 instructor, course description.
The Small Boat Level 2 Instructor Course focuses on developing knowledge and skill in teaching sail theory, sail controls, introductory management skills, spinnaker and trapeze use (and instruction) and powerboat operation for emergency situations.
Safety awareness is a major component of this course, with instruction on how to address capsize recovery, or prevent entrapment while operating a powerboat. It is a certification level course that combines classroom and on the water education using the Small boat Sailing Level 2 Instructor Manual, Learn Sailing Right! Intermediate and Safety, Rescue & Support Boat Handling.
COURSE FORMAT & LENGTH
This is a 2-day, 16-hour course. Attendance at all course sessions is mandatory. Absence from any portion of the course excludes the instructor candidate from certification.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
- Meeting the minimum age . All candidates must have reached their 16th birthday within the calendar year that the course is being held in. Candidates under 18 years of age who complete the course will be designated as a Sailing Assistant until their 18th birthday.
- Current Small Boat Level 1 Small Boat Instructor Certification . Please note that candidates must wait six (6) months after completing their Level 1 Instructor course before attending a Level 2 Instructor course (i.e. candidates cannot take Level 1 and Level 2 back to back in the same season).
- Current US Sailing Individual, College or Family Membership. Youth membership is not applicable, and only one instructor is allowed per family membership.
- Experience sailing on dinghies and/or day sailing keelboats
- Experience operating a powerboat. This skill will be evaluated, but not taught, at the course. Instructor Candidates who feel that they are lacking adequate experience should either seek opportunities for practice or attend a US Sailing Safe Powerboat Handling Course . Examples of the maneuvers that will be tested can be found on US Sailing's Instructor Resources webpage .
- Ability to swim 50 yards with a life jacket.
- Ability to exhibit appropriate personal and interpersonal skills.
- Completion of CDC Concussion Training program. Candidates must submit certificate of completion at the course.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
The following are required for successful completion of this courses:
- Attendance at all portions of the course.
- Successfully passing all written tests and skill evaluations.
- A positive evaluation by the Instructor Trainer. Demonstrate professional conduct, an open-minded, positive and enthusiastic attitude, appropriate appearance (clothing, footwear and tidiness), participation in discussions, collaboration skills/team player, confidence and ease of manner.
Small Boat Level 2 Instructor Certification is not valid unless accompanied by:
- First Aid and CPR Certification: from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or and U.S. Coast Guard approved provider. Candidates do not need to complete the CPR/First Aid Training in advance of the Level 1 course, however a certification will NOT be valid unless accompanied by current First Aid and CPR.
This requirement is also being put in place for other National Governing Bodies. Instructor certification is not active unless SafeSport training has been completed.
- Enter your US Sailing member number. I f you need to find it click here.
- Complete all the modules. You DO NOT have to complete it all at once.
- The course allows you to log in and out without losing your progress.
- Safesport course is included with US Sailing membership. TAKE THE SAFESPORT TRAINING
WHAT YOU CAN TEACH WITH THIS CERTIFICATION
Certified Small Boat Level 2 Instructors may sign off on skills in the Little Red Book and Intermediate Level skills in the Skill Up App.
COURSE MATERIALS -
- Smallboat Level 2 Instructor Manual
- Safety Rescue and Support Boat Handling
** Materials are delivered digitally - Access is available here: https://www.ussailing.org/education/coursebooks/
Download the optional medical form. If you choose to complete this form, please bring it with you to the course. |
COURSE FEES
The course registration fee is: $355. Registration is on a first pay basis. US Sailing will not reserve spots without full payment.
CANCELLATION & TRANSFER POLICIES
Course fees are nonrefundable but are transferable to another course up to one (1) week prior to the course start date. Course Transfers are not available within the week of the course start. Fees are not transferable to another candidate. The fee for all transfers is $25.00.
To transfer into a different session:
- Log in to your US Sailing account here: MyUSSailing
- Select the My Certs and Courses tab from the options on the left, then click the transfer link.
- Submit Payment details
- Confirm transfer
US Sailing reserves the right to cancel, postpone, abandon or change the venue, date and time of the course should unforeseen circumstances occur or course minimums are not reached. In the event the course is unable to proceed, a course credit will be made available which is good for one (1) year or you may choose a refund.
Please select "Enroll Now" to see a full list of prerequisites and to register. Registration closes one week prior to the course start date.
Reminder : In order to register for this course, you must hold a current Small Boat Level 1 certification.
If your organization is interested in hosting an Level 2 Instructor Course, please fill out the online " Host a Course Form ."
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Safety & rescue boat handling, course description, this 8-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who will be using powerboats to perform safety and rescue functions. it is designed for regatta personnel, marine patrols, police and fire rescue personnel, park rangers, and on-the-water sailing instructors and coaches..
US Sailing Membership is not required to participate in a Safety and Rescue Boat Handling Course.
On-the-Water Sessions
- VHF radio communications
- Boat rescues, incl. capsizes
- Person in Water rescue
- Towing: astern & alongside
- Williamson turn
- Steering a range in/outbound
- Intercepting & maintaining position with moving vessel
- Use of bearings & GPS
- Search pattern
Classroom Sessions
- Weather & water briefings
- VHF radio procedures
- Safety & rescue equipment & procedures
- Towing concepts
- Search patterns concepts
- Plotting a position
- Calculating tides & currents
Prerequisites
- US Sailing/US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate
Suggested Age
Certification(s) earned.
- US Sailing/US Powerboating Safety and Rescue Boat Handling Certificate
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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 boathandling 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 ...
US Powerboating offers the nation's best and most comprehensive hands-on boating courses. Whether you're looking for your first experience at the helm or aiming to improve your skills, we can help. As the National leader in on-the-water powerboat training and education our goal is to empower students with the skills and confidence they need ...
US Powerboating is an affiliate of US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the Sport of Sailing in the United States. Who We Are ... Upon graduation, instructors will be eligible to teach Safe Powerboat Handling courses. BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR The Resource Center is intended to provide Training Centers, Instructors, and boaters of all types ...
If you are unsure if this is the course you need to take, reach out to [email protected]. Below is the verbiage on an International Offshore Safety at Sea certificate. US Sailing Members, $45.00 (discount code found in your " Member Login " account under Member Coupons and Benefits). Non-members, $50.00.
Safe Powerboat Handling. Safe Powerboat Handling combines classroom instruction with practical, hands-on experience. This course is run on boats 26 feet and under. Recommended for: New boaters; First-time boat owners; Sailing instructors and coaches; Race committee crews; Advanced boaters looking to brush up on skills; Professional mariners ...
Please note that successful completion of the corresponding student level course is a prerequisite for all US Powerboating Instructor level courses. Safe Powerboat Handling Instructor. An intensive 3-day course for advanced powerboat operators who will operate boats 26 feet and under, instructor candidates will learn the fundamentals of on-the ...
The Safe Powerboat Handling course covers all the required education topics for you to operate safely and confidently on a small motorboat to 25′. ... US Sailing/US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate (NASBLA Approved) You're ready to take the California Boaters Card Test; Continue Exploring. Yachts.
US Powerboat Training offers the nation's best and most comprehensive hands-on powerboat courses. Whether you're looking for your first experience at the helm or aiming to improve your skills, we can help. As the National leader in on-the-water powerboat training and education, our goal is to empower students with the skills and confidence ...
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE: Anyone looking to learn to operate a powerboat safely, improve on-the-water boat handling skills and/or obtain US Powerboating/US Sailing Safe Powerboat Handling Certification. This is a hands-on driving course. CERTIFICATIONS: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification PREREQUISITE: None SKILL LEVEL: All levels AGES: 12 and up
COURSE DESCRIPTION. An intensive 3-day course for advanced powerboat operators who will operate boats 26 feet and under, instructor candidates will learn the fundamentals of on-the-water instruction. Candidates must successfully demonstrate superior presentation, teaching, and powerboat operation skills in order to complete this course.
Our instructor is available to work with you on our boat or yours. We can help with docking, low-speed control, high-speed control, anchoring, launching, or just help building your confidence. We offer this training on our 20′ center console RIB or on you own boat. Cost: $350 for a two-hour lesson (plus travel time to your boat)
By Rob Crafa and Lynn Lynch There are so many benefits for hosting and taking US Powerboating's Safe Powerboat Handling Course. Find out how this course can improve the quality of your club's programming: Hands-on, on-the-water-, practical application of all skills Professional textbook & online / digital teaching aids Boaters with no experience quickly gain confidence […]
You will earn your NASBLA, DNR & US Powerboating Certificates in this US Powerboating course. These three licenses give you the equivalent of a Boating License, which makes you eligible to rent & operate boats in all 50 States. This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to safely operate a 25' or less powerboat and improve their boat ...
Two-day Safe Powerboat Handling courses at SUNY Maritime in the Bronx are now being scheduled and may be viewed here. As an alternative, taking a one-day State Boating Safety course now will prepare an instructor candidate to take a one-day Accelerated Safe Powerboat Handling course when available at SUNY. Both NY State and Connecticut have ...
This course includes classroom and on-water practice drills to complete US Powerboating Safe Boating certification Education certificate. Suggested Age: 12 and up. (may be affected by state minimum age)Certification(s) Earned: Safe Powerboat Handling certificate. Cost: $350 EYC member, $400 Non EYC members. US Sailing Course materials are provided.
About US Powerboating's Courses. We offer a range of boating courses for individuals of all skill levels. Our hands-on, on-the-water courses get you out of the classroom and behind the wheel for an educational experience unlike any other! Our courses are offered at nearly 150 Course Providers and Powerboat Training Centers around the country ...
US Sailing offers a variety of courses at both the student and instructor level. To view dates and locations and register for an Instructor or Counselor course please find the desired course on the appropriate calendar as listed below. ... ***Attendance at this course requires completion of a Safe Powerboat Handling student level course first ...
Each instructor at a JSA member program who is taking the Level 1 course for the first time must also successfully complete the US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification Course. See B) below. Equivalent international certifications may be accepted for non-US resident instructors. It is important that junior program leaders direct as ...
Package 1 - Safe Powerboating Handling Package. Article number: 31020. $49.95. Excl. tax. New Start Powerboating Right textbook available NOW! Fifth Edition (March 2024) This package certifies one person in Safe Powerboat Handling with a NASBLA Certification. 0.
The course is offered as a one-and-one course. This course is typically preceded by a one-day student level MSBH course to help potential candidates meet the prerequisite. This course is taught by US Powerboating Mark Boat Handling Instructor Trainers. Total Course Time: 3 hours* *US Sailing is still in the process of finalizing the Instructor ...
COURSE DESCRIPTION The Small Boat Level 2 Instructor Course focuses on developing knowledge and skill in teaching sail theory, sail controls, introductory management skills, spinnaker and trapeze use (and instruction) and powerboat operation for emergency situations. Safety awareness is a major component of this course, with instruction on how to address capsize recovery, or prevent […]
This package certifies one person in Safe Powerboat Handling with NASBLA Certification. This package includes one of each: Start Powerboating Right! Digital Textbook (Fifth Edition, March 2024) Safe Powerboat Handling Certification Sticker; Official Logbook; Safe Powerboating NASBLA Course Completion Card
This 8-hour hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who will be using powerboats to perform safety and rescue functions. It is designed for regatta personnel, marine patrols, police and fire rescue personnel, park rangers, and on-the-water sailing instructors and coaches. US Sailing Membership is not required to participate in a Safety and ...