Advanced Yacht & Operator Training Over 32 Feet
For larger boats from 32 to 75+ feet, Boat Lessons provides advanced yacht and operator training on the water. Instruction focuses on practical handling, close-quarters control, docking, systems familiarity, and trip-ready skills for owners and operators.
Training is customized to your boat, experience, and goals. Home bases are South Florida and New York / Long Island. Travel is available by arrangement.
Call or text (718) 956-5000, or email rick@boatlessons.com, to plan your dates.
How the 2-day course works
- Length: 2 days
- Day length: about 6–7 hours per day
- Price: $800 per day
- Where: usually aboard your yacht at your marina or agreed location
- No boat? We can arrange a vessel for training when available; conditions are confirmed when you book
Additional days can be added when you want more time on systems, electronics, trip planning, or night operations.
What we cover (tailored to your boat)
Topics are selected for your vessel and experience. Typical areas include:
- Close-quarters maneuvering and docking
- Getting underway and returning to the slip or dock
- Twin-screw / single-screw handling as applicable
- Anchoring and line handling
- Vessel systems overview (as fitted on your boat)
- Electronics and navigation aids you actually use
- Rules of the Road and situational awareness
- Weather, tides, and currents for your local waters
- Trip planning and provisioning basics
- Emergency procedures and safety gear familiarization
- Night operations when scheduled as part of your plan
Insurance documentation
Boat Lessons does not promise an insurance discount. When appropriate for your booking, Captain Rick can provide documentation to your insurance company stating that you completed an on-water course and were evaluated as competent. Ask your insurer what they require before you book; requirements vary by carrier and policy.
Who teaches
Lessons are taught by Captain Rick and Boat Lessons instructors, including Anthony Coulianidis in New York and Seth Adler and James Brown in Florida. Your instructor is confirmed when you schedule.
Book this training
Call or text (718) 956-5000 Email rick@boatlessons.com
Mailing address only — 3581 N Federal Hwy Suite 161, Boca Raton, FL 33431 — not a public storefront or lesson location.
Lessons are on your boat / at your marina. Travel available.