Powerboat Training In Pompano Beach Course Descriptions

If you are interested in a Power Boat Training Course Pompano Beach, Best Boat Club and Training offer several US Power Boating Certifications and training classes to get new boaters on their way.  Unlike most power boat lesson schools that offer only classroom or on-line instruction, Best Boat Club and Training has teamed up with US POWERBOATING to offer the importance of hands-on training as part of the certifications it offers.

Taking a boating training course offers several compelling reasons:

1. **Safety First:** Learn safety practices to protect yourself and others while on the water.

2. **Legal Requirement:** In many places, completing a boating safety course is a legal requirement for operating certain types of vessels.

3. **Confidence:** Gain confidence in your boating skills, allowing you to boat effectively and make informed decisions.

4. **Emergency Preparedness:** Learn how to handle emergencies like capsizing or engine failure, potentially saving lives.

5. **Navigation Skills:** Understand all rules, charts, and markers, ensuring you can safely navigate different waterways.

6. **Environmental Responsibility:** Boating courses often include information on environmental conservation, promoting responsible boating practices.

7. **Insurance Benefits:** Completing a course may lead to lower insurance rates, saving you money in the long run.

8. **Personal Growth:** Boating courses provide a sense of accomplishment and personal growth as you gain new skills.

9. **Enjoyment:** Well taught boaters often have more enjoyable and stress-free experiences on the water.

10. **Community:** Connect with a community of fellow boaters, share experiences, and access resources for a better boating lifestyle.

A variety of options exist to make training and certification easily accessible and enjoyable for anyone. Browse our available course descriptions below and for more information regarding any of our powerboat training, call us at (954) 383-1208 or email our training director at Juan@bestboatclub.com

 


Safe Powerboat Handling Training Course Pompano Beach

Class-Room And On-The-Water Instruction

The Safe Powerboat Handling Training Course is designed to acquaint the new and less seasoned boater with the basics of power boating. Upon completion, you’ll be able to safely

take to the waters with friends and family, as you competently and confidently navigate a small single outboard engine powerboat.

Build for anyone starting from scratch, looking to improve their boating knowledge and driving skills while learning how to safely and responsible operate a small powerboat by having hands-on, on-the-water training on actual boats.

Course Description:

 On-The Water Sessions

·         U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment.

·         Engine, Electrical, Bilge Pump, Head Systems and Starting Checks.

·         Forecast of local weather Recognition & Application.

·         Advance Docking and Close-Quarters Maneuvering.

·         Navigation (Piloting)

·         Navigation Rules, International-Inland.

·         Boat Control in Open Water.

·         Plotting & Tracking Safe Course Destination.

·         Chart & GPS Lat & Long Position.

·         Anchoring.

·         Man Overboard Rescue Procedure & Life Sling Application.

·         Estimated Position & Course to Steer by Distance, Time & Speed

·         VHF radio operation & distress channel usage.

·         Aids to Navigation, harbor and local waters.

·         Identify chart symbols and corresponding visual observations.

·         Compass course and a range with minimal rudder controls.

 Classroom Sessions

·         Safety Equipment, Regulations & Preparation.

·         Weather information sources.

·         Maneuvering Technique & Tactics.

·         Float plan strategy.

·         Applicable federal, state and local regulations.

·         Additional safety equipment for boat and location.

·         True, Variation, Magnetic, Deviation, Compass Calculations.

·         Estimated Position & Course to Steer by Distance, Time & Speed Calculations.

·         Trip planning by distance, time, speed, fuel consumption, and identifying local hazards.

·         Crew briefing, including how to move safely around a boat.

·         Proper fueling techniques and inherent dangers.

·         Dangers, symptoms and avoidance practices associated with carbon monoxide poisoning.

·         Prevention, symptoms and first aid treatment of heat emergencies, hypothermia and seasickness.

·         Buoys, day marks, regulatory marks and other marks) specific to local & ocean waters.

·         Navigation Rules, International-Inland, for collision avoidance and appropriate sound signals.

·         Navigation light requirements for recreational boats.

·         Water rescue including: Race Track, Life sling, Williamson Turn, constant visual contact, communications, rescue plan, sequence of maneuvers, boat handling

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  • Prerequisite: None
  • Course Type: Classroom and On-the-water
  • Instruction: Group: 3-4 People Max
  • Course Length: Group: 16 hours; Private: 16 hours
  • Suggested Age: 14+
  • Certification(s) Earned: US POWERBOATING Safe Powerboat Handing Certification & NASBLA Florida State Safety Boating Credential
  • Cost: Call For Pricing

Basic Powerboat Cruising Training Course Pompano Beach

 

Your Gateway to a more challenging boat activity. Designed upon the Safe Powerboat Handling Certification or upon your single outboard experience, you are now ready to take on navigation medium to large boats with more power, by safely operate a twin outboard engine powerboat and improve their overall boat handling skills to the next powerboat level.

 

Course Description:

 On-The Water Sessions

·         U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment.

·         Engine, Electrical, Bilge Pump, Head Systems and Starting Checks.

·         Forecast of local weather Recognition & Application.

·         Advance Docking and Close-Quarters Maneuvering.

·         Navigation (Piloting)

·         Navigation Rules, International-Inland.

·         Boat Control in Open Water.

·         Plotting & Tracking Safe Course Destination.

·         Chart & GPS Lat & Long Position.

·         Anchoring.

·         Man Overboard Rescue Procedure & Life Sling Application.

·         Estimated Position & Course to Steer by Distance, Time & Speed

·         VHF radio operation & distress channel usage.

·         Aids to Navigation, harbor and local waters.

·         Identify chart symbols and corresponding visual observations.

·         Compass course and a range with minimal rudder controls.

 Classroom Sessions

·         Safety Equipment, Regulations & Preparation.

·         Weather information sources.

·         Maneuvering Technique & Tactics.

·         Float plan strategy.

·         Applicable federal, state and local regulations.

·         Additional safety equipment for boat and location.

·         True, Variation, Magnetic, Deviation, Compass Calculations.

·         Estimated Position & Course to Steer by Distance, Time & Speed Calculations.

·         Trip planning by distance, time, speed, fuel consumption, and identifying local hazards.

·         Crew briefing, including how to move safely around a boat.

·         Proper fueling techniques and inherent dangers.

·         Dangers, symptoms and avoidance practices associated with carbon monoxide poisoning.

·         Prevention, symptoms and first aid treatment of heat emergencies, hypothermia and seasickness.

·         Buoys, day marks, regulatory marks and other marks) specific to local & ocean waters.

·         Navigation Rules, International-Inland, for collision avoidance and appropriate sound signals.

·         Navigation light requirements for recreational boats.

·         Water rescue including: Race Track, Life sling, Williamson Turn, constant visual contact, communications, rescue plan, sequence of maneuvers, boat handling.

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Call for registration information and availability!

  • Prerequisite: U.S. Powerboat “Safe Power Boat Handling” Course
  • Course Type: On-the-water & in the Classroom
  • Instruction: Group Instruction Available 3-4 People Max
  • Course Length: 16 hours over two days
  • Suggested Age: 14+
  • Certification(s) Earned: US POWERBOATING “Basic Power Boat Cruising” Certification & NASBLA Florida State Safety Boating Credential
  • Cost: Call for Pricing