NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO July 18/19th DUE TO COVID-19 SHELTER-IN-PLACE GUIDELINES. Should it need to be moved again, it will likely be held in a hybrid format with asynchronous course content videos, live zoom meetings, and in-person on-the-water training.

HMBYC Annual Powerboat Training Event

This 16-hour on-the-water training course is for boaters of all experience levels! Experienced and beginner boaters alike will learn from and enjoy this course. This Safe Powerboat Handling course is NASBLA/CA Boater Card approved. However, certification is not required or guaranteed. Within 6-8 hours of classroom instruction and 6-8 hours of on the water practical instruction we will take you through the basics of how to safely operate a boat, including close-quarters maneuvering basics; docking, pivot turns, using reverse propulsion, and high-speed maneuvering. Students wishing to certify will be assessed based on their practical skills on the water, as well as a written multiple-choice examination at the end of day 2.

If you already have your CA Boater Card, you are not required to take the additional 10-question CA state examination to obtain your certification.

This course is great for students taking the US Sailing Level 1 Instructor course! We teach the skills you will be tested on!

Charter:

HMBYC is graciously donating the use of their 3 Boston Whaler safety boats, which they call their “Angels”. Donations to HMBYC’s 501c3 foundation are strongly recommended for boat usage. Contact HMBYC Foundation if you’d like more information about donating to their foundation. There is no charter fee but please BYO 14'-22' boat, if possible. This allows us to accommodate as many people as possible into the course.

Investment/Tuition:

$350 per person

$50 early registration discount if you register before April 2nd, 2020.

$50 Late registration fee after 4/15/20.