This US Powerboating Certified Women-Only course is taught by two female captains. The course is designed to empower women by familiarizing them with concepts and techniques relating to on-water boat handling skills. With this knowledge, you can confidently take the boat out by yourself, or with your family and friends.
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This course also qualifies for reduced boat insurance premiums with several carriers
Prerequisites: None. No experience necessary!
Recommended Age: 10 – Adult
Class Time : 8am-5pm
3 Certifications Earned:
- US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate
- NASBLA Approved Boaters Education Course
- SCDNR - State Boating Education Card
All classes are 16 hours and include:
Classroom Sessions
Starting and Safety
Safety, preparation & weather
Maneuvering concepts
Boating Equipment
Registration & capacities
Equipment requirements
Preparation & fueling procedures
Navigation and Rules of Driving
Navigation rules of the road
Aids to Navigation and Environmental Regs
Aids to navigation
Environment regulations
Exam Review Session
Review for the Final Exam (separate session)
On-the-Water Boat Lessons
On-The Water (Deck Hand)
Engine & electrical systems
Starting procedures
Docking
Leaving & returning to a slip
Close-quarters maneuvers
On-The Water (Deck Hand)
Anchoring
Steering a range
Proceeding to a destination
Person in Water rescue
Final Exam Skill
(843) 971-0700
Based in South Carolina
info@saferboater.org
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