Powerboat Courses
On-water Skills Training
We offer four skill builder modules that will teach you basic boat handling skills and knowledge to confidently operate a vessel on-the-water. These 3 hour courses follow the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) boat safety curriculum.
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Classroom & On-water Skills Training
Our popular Safe Powerboat Handling course has both classroom and on-water training over two days and is certified by US Powerboating. We also offer this course specifically for Women and Youth in some areas.
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Private Course (P)
Training is done aboard your own boat or our boat for a private group.
Open Course (O)
Training is done aboard our boat for boaters who register individually. There is a minimun three person registration threshold.
The notation of (P) or (O) after the course name will indicate which option is being selected.
Motor Yacht Training
These classes are for Yachts 35 ft - 100+ ft and are usually conducted aboard the client's yacht over multiple days.
By taking our Basic Powerboat Cruising & Inshore Powerboat Cruising courses, you'll be able to apply for the International Proficiency Certification (IPC) for Yachts, which is required to charter boats in European waters.
Our Instructors will travel to you if you own a yacht but arrangements can be made if you don't.
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Customer Testimonials
Sam was a terrific instructor. He was both thorough and professional. The content was comprehensive and made us feel competent to pilot the boat safely
Nick - 2024I have had the pleasure of working with both Captain Mike and Captain Tyler. I wanted to work on docking and going offshore. Both were patient and knowledgeable. I came away from Both sessions, learning something new , understanding boating concepts and built and improved my confidence in my skills to operate my boat safely. I recommend them both highly!
Paul - 2024Huge thanks to George from SaferBoater for helping our coastal team build our skill set on the water so we can safely protect our coastal nesting birds this summer! See you on the water!
Abby & Jennifer - 2024I am so thankful for this course and how it empowered me, especially as a female boater!
Jennifer - 2024
Over 300 Instructors/USCG Captains located Nation-wide
Our certified instructors will provide exceptional training and customer service to you! Our goal is to keep our training schedules flexible so you can always find an available course near you.
What you should know as a...
Boat safety and training should be your number one priority when operating a boat on-the-water. One of the added benefits you may get by taking boat safety classes is acquiring the necessary insurance coverage to operate your boat. Insurance companies know the more training you take, the less you may be at risk for a boat accident.
Our courses will provide the tools and on-the-water training you'll need to keep you and your passengers safe while enjoying your boating excursions.
As a SaferBoater Pro Captain you'll become part of a team that promotes boating education & training, ensuring safer waters for all enthusiasts.
- Enhance your revenue stream by partnering with us.
- Earn a commission for every client you refer to our services, as a token of appreciation for your trust and collaboration
If you want to learn more about joining our team of SaferBoater Instructors, click here.
By partnering with us under our MyNewBoat Voucher Program, Dealers will be able to offer customers a meaningful incentive for boat training when they purchase a boat.
Our boat training vouchers help Dealers receive liability protection, reduce exposure, and promote a meaningful partnership with the Dealer, customer and our NSBC and/or US Powerboating certified instructors. For more information about this program you can contact us at (843) 259-2250.
We are ready to get you on the water!
If you don't own a boat or need specific training, we can make arrangements to find a Captain or a location that can get your training scheduled. Please call us at (843) 259-2250 or contact our Help Desk at info@saferboater.org.
