BOATER 102: Boat Control Course (BCC)- San Diego, CA

Our on the water powerboat training, held in beautiful San Diego, provides hands-on boating skills needed to boat safely and confidently.

Whether you are completely new to boating or looking to brush up on your skills, Boater U’s NASBLA approved, on the water control course covers essential, close-quarter, boat-handling skills including steering controls, shifting gears, stopping under control, basic maneuvering, safe docking and departing, and boat handling in wind and current.  There is no substitute for the knowledge gained from actual hands on powerboat handling experience. Our powerboat training course teaches through study, observation and hands on experience while under the instruction of a USCG Licensed Captain with many years of practical experience and knowledge.

Power Boat Training | Hands on Boating San Diego

Course Cost:

$595

Deposit:

$100

Course Length:

16 hours, Saturday-Sunday, 8am - 5pm

Class Requirements:

Students must hold their valid California Boater Card in order to take this course, and BRING YOUR BOATER CARD to class. The minimum age to attend our Boat Control course is 16 years old.

This 16 hour course is taught over a weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 8am – 5pm. The course is taught using the National Safe Boating Council Curriculum and is NASBLA approved. This course is limited to 5 students. Most of this course will be conducted on our 20’ Williard Marine Fast Rescue Boat. Upon completion of this course, the student will receive a course certificate.

This on the water training course will teach all the basic skills of power boat operations, including:

  • Pre-underway inspections
  • Engine Controls
  • Maneuvering & docking in a marina
  • Open water operations, low & high speed
  • Man Overboard Retrieval
  • Handling in wind & waves

Most insurance companies will provide a discount of up to 10% off of your insurance rates for completion of these courses. Please check with your insurance company for details.

Sign up for both Boater 101 and Boater 102 courses at the same time, and receive a package price of $995.00! Use Coupon Code: GetBoating. Must enroll for both courses at check-out in order for Coupon Code to apply. Please call if you have questions.

Course Seats

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5 available 		BOATER 102: On The Water Boat Control Course (BCC) December 18-19, 2021 San Diego, CA$100.00
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