Introduction to Powerboating
Module 1 | Single Engine Boat Training
Welcome to Introduction to Powerboating designed by the National Boating Safety Council —your gateway to the thrilling world of powerboating! This comprehensive training program offers novice boaters an immersive experience into the fundamentals of operating a power-driven vessel. Led by certified instructors and USGA licensed Captains, this course covers essential topics such as boat handling, safety procedures, navigation basics, and more.
Whether you're a beginner seeking to embark on your boating journey or simply looking to refresh your skills, this course provides the knowledge and confidence you need to navigate the waterways safely and responsibly.
Choose to learn on your boat or ours!
Class Duration
3-Hour Course
What to Know Before You Enroll
Our courses involve hands-on learning where students take the helm on public waterways. Per Florida State Law and NSBC policy, anyone operating a boat that was born after 1/1/1988 is required to attain a boating safety card prior to enrolling in our course or operating a power-driven vessel.
We recommend this FREE online course available through Boats US Foundation that satisfies this state requirement and prepares you for your day on the water with us! Students will be required to present their certificate of completion prior to attending on-the-water training courses.
What This Course Covers
Pre-Departure Checklist & Safety Essentials
Centering the Wheel
Shifting Gears & Throttle Control
General Steering & “Boater’s Eye”
Standard Stop - Maintaining Bow Control
Urgency Stop
Understanding Weathervane Effect
Ferrying Using the Wind: Stern-to-Wind & Bow-to-Wind
Ferrying Using the Current: Bow-to-Current
Holding Station (Using Wind & Current)
Ready to take the helm and navigate the waters like a pro?
On your boat or ours? Our licensed Captains are able to join you on your vessel or take you out on ours. Let us know your preference!
Students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the session.
Join us now to gain the confidence, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to command the waves with ease. Enroll today to embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of powerboating.