Basic Powerboating Certification- 3 DAYS

Summary: This course will give the beginner the skills and confidence to safely enjoy recreational boating in familiar waters. At the end of the third day with passing scores a US POWERBOATING CERTIFICATION may be earned.

Prerequisites: No requirements necessary.

Pricing: View our current price list.

Description: The minimum recommended hours of instruction for student certification is 18 hours, however, students with extensive, prior powerboating experience may challenge our course requirements in a 4-hour instructor challenge. Our course include formal classroom instruction, demonstrations, and the final examination. The content of the Basic Powerboating Course Lesson Plan includes discussion of topics vital to the average recreational boater. Castle Harbor feels that films, videos, and publications are an excellent source of supplemental information to classroom discussion; however, they should not be used to replace actual instruction both in the class and on the water.

Your classroom course will include:

  • State Regulations & License Requirements
  • The Powerboat (video)
  • Preparation & Equipment Requirements
  • Safety & Emergencies
  • Operating a Boat / Maneuvering Concepts
  • Boating Decisions / Weather
  • Rules of the Road (video)
  • Navigational Aids (video)
  • Maneuvering in Close Quarters
  • Water Sports
  • Maneuvering in Open Water

Your on-the-water course will include:

  • Safe Boarding
  • Loading Gear Safely
  • Throttle Operation
  • Steering Mechanics
  • Electrical Systems/Battery
  • Engine Check and Introduction
  • Hull & Fittings
  • Securing & Un-securing to Dock
  • Instruments
  • Fueling & Lubrication Location & Procedures
  • Starting Procedures w/ & w/o choke
  • Priming Fuel

The Basic Powerboat Course requires 2 days. A third day is required for certification with the group. A 1-day Challenge is available for experienced boaters and is an evaluation.
Classes and Marina:
Castle Harbor Boating School, Inc.
Matheson Hammock Marina
9610 Old Cutler Rd.
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 665-4994
Mailing address / Business office
Castle Harbor Boating School, Inc.
5825 Sunset Dr., Suite 207
South Miami, FL 33143
Voice/Fax: (305) 668-8838