Boat Training Courses

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The Qualified Captain Powered by At the Helm Training Offers 2 Types of Courses

On-Water Boat Handling Training

4 Hours/$775

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

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No Boat-No Problem

You can still take the 4-Hour Boat Handling Course! We have training boats available in the following locations. The price shown includes the 4-Boat Handling Course & the use of the training boat!

Available Locations with Training Boats

(Map Below - Orange Pins)

14' Rib Boat, $850 - Key Largo, FL

17' Boston Whaler, $850 - Charleston, SC

17' Proline Stalker, $850 - Vero Beach, FL

18' Century, $850 - Stuart, FL

18' Flats, $850 - Key Largo, FL

18' Flats, $850 - Edgewater/Daytona, FL

20' Sea Hunt, $850 - Houston/Galveston, TX

21' Parker, $900 - West Palm Beach, FL

21' Everglades, $900 - Mount Sinai, NY (Seasonal)

23' Key West, $900 - John's Island, SC

24' Key West, $900 - Wilmington, NC

24' Robalo, $900 - Vero Beach, FL

27' Glacier, Twin OB, $1,000 - Key Largo, FL

27' Key West, $1,000 - Pompano Beach, FL

27' Robalo Twin OB, $1,000 - Anna Maria, FL (not available June-Sept)

30' Tiara, Twin IB, $1,000 - Stuart, FL

32' Century, Twin OB, $1,000 - Fort Lauderdale, FL

41' Pursuit, Twin OB, $1,100 - Fort Lauderdale, FL

42'-LOA 48', Symbol, Twin IB, $1,100 - Kingston, NY (Seasonal)

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Owner/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. 

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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!

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Ready to Make Waves?

For pricing and scheduling, make an inquiry about one of our training courses.

Boat Handling Inquiry  Owner/ Operatory Inquiry