Hands-On Training Courses

Certified "Driver's License" Powerboating Courses (16 Hours)

Private Group Outtings

Safe Powerboating - Adult

Powerboating for Women

Safe Powerboating - Youth

Interested in earning a certified "Driver's License" to legally operate your powerboat in all 50 states, and saving money on your boater insurance?

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SaferBoater is the only authorized on-the-water training program in South Carolina that will provide the following three required boating certifications required to obtain your "Boating Drivers License", which is now required in many states to legally rent, buy and operate a boat.

US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate -The only course approved through NASBLA in all 50 States for on-the-water training

NASBLA Approved Boaters Education Course - The National Association of State Boating Laws Administrators represents the recreational boating authorities (usually DNR) of all 50 states and the U.S. territories

SCDNR State Boating Education Card - South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is the Boating Authority for the State of SC

Boater Safety Lessons (3 Hours)

Family Powerboat Lessons

Family Sailing Lessons

Intro to Sailing

Boater Safety Skills

Trailer & Boat Launch Training

How would you like a USCG certified Captain to teach everyone in your family how to drive a boat?

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These water-based hands-on lessons are an opportunity to learn how to handle a boat from a certified professional.

You will learn the basics of operating a boat safely, reducing unnecessary risks , and avoiding property damage & boating accidents.

Although you may not receive any recognized certifications, these boat training courses will teach you how to operate a boat so you can confidently enjoy your time on the water.

Certified Sailing Courses (International Driver's License)

Certification Info

Module 1 - Basic Keelboat I

Module 2 - Basic Keelboat II

Module 3 - Basic Cruising

Module 4 - Bareboat Cruising

Module 5 - Coastal Navigation

Module 6 - Coastal Passage Making

Module 7 - Ocean Passage Making

We are a US Sailing & US Powerboating accredited school, meaning we provide professional instruction at nationally recognized standards.

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The Ultimate Educational Boating Experience

Do you REALLY want to understand what it takes to be a captain on a large ship? Join a captain as a First Mate on a multi-day boat delivery.

This is a FREE opportunity to experience what it is really like to operate a large boat, and you will gain invaluable experience driving and delivering a boat under the watchful eyes of a seasoned captain at the helm.

Highly recommended for anyone seriously considering a purchase of a 35' or longer boat.

State "Driver's License" for Powerboats

International "Driver's License" for Sailboats

Module 1 - Basic Keelboat 1
Module 2 - Basic Keelboat 2
Skills Test Challenge
{Test out of Keelboat 1 & 2)
Module 3 - Basic Cruising
Module 4 - Bareboat Cruising
Module 5 - Coastal Navigation
Module 6 - Coastal Passage Making
Module 7 - Ocean Passage Making

Hands-On Training Courses

Certified "Driver's License" Powerboating Courses (16 Hours)

Private Group Outtings

Safe Powerboating - Adult

Powerboating for Women

Safe Powerboating - Youth

Boater Safety Lessons (3 Hours)

Family Powerboat Lessons

Family Sailing Lessons

Intro to Sailing

Boater Safety Skills

Trailer & Boat Launch Training

Certified Sailing Courses (International Driver's License)

Module 1 - Basic Keelboat I

Module 2 - Basic Keelboat II

Module 3 - Basic Cruising

Module 4 - Bareboat Cruising

Module 5 - Coastal Navigation

Module 6 - Coastal Passage Making

Module 7 - Ocean Passage Making

The Ultimate Educational Boating Experience

State "Driver's License" for Powerboats

International "Driver's License" for Sailboats

3 Hour Boating Lessons

Boater Safety Skills