Welcome to SafeWay Boating LLC.
Whether you are new to powerboating or looking to increase your confidence in docking and maneuvering in close quarters or open water, our National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) Boat Control On-Water Training Modules are for you. The On-Water Training Modules are designed to teach boat handling skills to recreational boaters or personnel hired to operate a vessel used in marine patrol.
The training is provided on your own boat and will be conducted by a USCG Licensed Master Captain who is also a NSBC Certified Instructor. You can choose from up to 4 sequential modules that progress from safety gear and the pre-launch checklist to docking and operating in close quarters to operating in open water with advanced maneuvers. Each maneuver is repeated, advancing from idle speed to displacement mode to planing mode. While the ideal boat for training is a Center Console up to 26 feet, we will always attempt to accommodate other models.
SafeWay Boating LLC is based in Southern NH. We are available to travel to the NH Seacoast, Southern Lakes Region, and local waterways to facilitate training. We are also available to travel further north in NH for a travel fee, so feel free to contact us to discuss further.
Course Modules
(approximately 3 hours per module for up to 3 trainees)
Course 1: Introduction to Powerboating
$249 per person
Course 2: Precision Docking and Boat Handling
$249 per person
Course 3: Open Water Boat Handling
$249 per person
Course 4: Open Water Advanced Maneuvers
$249 per person
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Pre-launch and pre-departure safety checklists
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Operating at idle speed and essential navigation techniques
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Boater’s eye awareness and situational assessment
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Standard and emergency stopping procedures
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Wind and current compensation: Weathervane and ferrying techniques
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Safe docking and departure procedures
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Pre-launch safety protocols
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Controlled 180-degree pivot turns
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Docking alongside a pier and proper mooring techniques
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Safe departures in varying conditions
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Proper lookout techniques for increased situational awareness
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Adjusting boat trim for optimal performance
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Understanding stop lanyard function and safety benefits
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Operating in displacement mode
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Ferrying and holding station in open water
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Shoreline landing techniques
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Recognizing and managing plow mode
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Efficiently operating in planing mode
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High-speed avoidance turns and emergency stops
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Man overboard recovery procedures
Student Requirements
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Training fee paid when scheduled and agree to Cancellation Policy.
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Must have a State approved boating safety certificate.
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Signed Waiver: https://www.safeboatingcouncil.org/training/waiver-and-release-of-liability/
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Boat insured to cover all onboard including instructor.
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Wear life jacket during training.
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18+ years of age
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Meet all legal requirements for the state where the training is conducted (e.g. boat registered, required safety equipment onboard, etc...)
Cancellation Policy
SafeWay Boating LLC has the highest commitment to quality training with small instructor to student ratios. Due to the specialized nature of these courses, we book in advance and are unable to issue refunds for cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled training. Our rescheduling and refund policy is set forth below:
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More than 48 hours notice: SafeWay Boating LLC will reschedule you for another day or will issue you a full refund to your credit card.
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Less than 48 hours notice or no notice: SafeWay Boating LLC will not offer a refund or credit.
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SafeWay Boating LLC will do everything possible to avoid having to cancel or postpone courses. Should Safeway Boating LLC need to cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, we will reschedule you for another day or issue you a refund.
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No refunds or compensation will be offered to students beyond the cost of the course. Extraneous expenses incurred by the student such as hotel, travel, parking and other costs are not covered.
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If you are unable to participate in a scheduled course, please reach out by cellphone ASAP.
