Boating Instruction Pricing
Why is boating instruction from Sea Island Boating Instructors unique and far more effective than traditional approaches?
- Hands-on training is conducted on the owner’s boat (if available).
- Content is based on a unique set of comprehensive training modules that cover all aspects of recreational boating.
- Individual modules are designed for a range of skill levels – from new boat owners to experienced boaters who might be graduating up to a new, bigger, more powerful boat.
- Our instructors are all licensed captains with years of fascinating stories to tell, valuable knowledge to share, and important lessons to teach.
- Training can be customized to your need-to-know based on which module(s) you choose to include.
Our Personal Guarantee
After you’ve received boating instruction from Sea Island Boating Instructors, you will have the confidence and skills needed to fully enjoy your time on the water – whether it be cruising to Savannah, island hopping between Georgia’s Barrier Islands (Jekyll, St. Simons, Sea and Tybee) or just plain relaxing on local waters with family and friends.
Boating Instruction Module Pricing
Session 1
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BOAT
Learn all about the equipment on your boat – its functionality and how it should be used.
Review important boating terminology. For example, bilge refers to the lowest section inside a boat’s hull where water collects. Click here to check out common boating terminology.
Learn how to take care of your boat to ensure its optimal performance.
2-hour dock-side training on your boat for up to two people.
$260.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Session 2
BOATING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Learn the rules and regulations needed to operate your boat safely and legally.
Understand the safety equipment required for your specific boat and its area of operations
Become familiar with the “Rules of the Road” for your boat.
Discuss situations that can result in boating fatalities
2-hour dock-side training on your boat for up to two people.
$260.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Session 3
BASIC BOAT HANDLING
Learn the art of Marlinspike seamanship (line handling)
Learn how to get underway, and to cruise and to return to port
Learn how to safely dock your boat.
Practice proper lookout techniques.
Become familiar with the local waters.
Half-day training on your boat or ours for up to two people.
$520.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Session 4
COASTAL PILOTNG AND SEAMANSHIP
Understand the practical application of boating regulations
Practice following the rules of the road – wake control, right-of-way, customary courtesy
Read and use charts to identify safe boating areas
Use your boat’s electronic navigation system
Make and follow float plans
Half-day training on your boat or ours for up to two people.
$520.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Session 5
ON-BOARD MANAGEMENT
For a Safe and Enjoyable Day on the Water
Learn how to read and understand weather forecasts.
Prepare a predeparture checklist to be followed before every departure.
Develop a welcome message that addresses the importance of passenger safety while underway.
Define what information your passengers need to know in case of an emergency.
Make a float plan.
2-hour dock-side training on your boat for up to two people.
$260.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Session 6
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
What to do when emergencies arise.
- Person Overboard
- Medical emergency on-board
- Flooding
- Fire
- Weather-related emergencies
- Collision
Learn the skills required to handle these emergencies.
Half-day training on your boat or ours for up to two people.
$520.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Session 7
BOATING AT NIGHT AND OVER NIGHT
Learn how to safely operate your boat at night
Understand lighted navigation aids
Identify appropriate places to anchor
Learn how to anchor safely
Discuss how to securely prepare your boat for an overnight anchorage
Half-day training on your boat for up to two people.
$520.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
A DAY WITH THE CAPTAIN
Spend a full day of personalized instruction from our captain.
Practice coastal piloting in areas around your home base.
Spend time focusing on the skills you want to master.
Listen to the captain’s stories about lessons learned the hard way.
Become familiar with the official reference book of seamanship.
Full-day training on your boat for up to two people.
$980.00
Each additional person $50 (no more than 4 people total)
Marine Consulting Services
Additional marine consulting services that we can provide:
- Buyer’s representative when you’re purchasing a boat
- Owner’s representative when dealing with boatyards, shipyards or repair facilities
- Professional crew services
- Professional crew services for your outing – for an hour, a day, or even longer.
- Boat delivery service
Give Captain Richard a call at 843-247-1107 for pricing information.
Pricing Notes
When you sign up for instruction, you may choose one or more sessions based on your skill level and what you wish to accomplish.
If none of our standard instruction modules meets your needs, call us for assistance with your curriculum (843-247-1107). Our goal is to provide you with the best instruction possible based on your experience and type of boat.
Due to the sophisticated equipment and size of larger vessels, if your boat is more than 50 feet in length, please add $260 for each dock-side instruction module and $400 for each underway instruction module.
Please note that if your location is more than 50 miles from Bluffton, SC, there will be an additional charge to cover our travel and living expenses.