Powerboat Proficiency Course

Become more competent and confident operating a powerboat. Take friends and family out safely without stress, improving your enjoyment of boating.

The course consists of a combination of one day in the Classroom and one practical day on the Water, either taught on your own or one of our school boats. The two days are independent and can be taken in either order.

Theory day in the Classroom:

Hosted by our partner, Boatwise. Expect 10-15 Students per class.

· Boat basics

· Safety

· Collision regulations (Rules of the Road)

· USCG required safety equipment

Course includes 3 classroom places for the boat owner and two friends.

Practical day, on the Water:

Private class, on the students own boat, with up to 2 additional friends/family:

· Preparation and Planning

· Starting procedures

· Engine Operation & troubleshooting

· Basic Electrical and Water systems

· Close-quarter maneuvers

· Docking, Mooring & Anchoring

· Operating at speed and trim controls

· Person overboard procedures

· Fueling procedures

· VHF Radio Operation

On the water Courses operate most weekend days from 10am to 5pm. Weekdays may also be available on request.

On booking, you will be asked to choose your practical day and then will receive a voucher code in your confirmation e-mail, enabling you to book your classroom day with Boatwise, who have many choices of dates and locations across the North Shore.