Private Boat Docking & Handling Lessons on Long Island, NY
Why Should I Take Boating Lessons?
Build your confidence operating a boat.
By getting hands on boating instruction by a qualified captain, you are investing in the safety of yourself and your passengers.
Get over your fear of going new places.
Overwhelmed by the thought of pulling up to a dock of a restaurant, or the sandbar full of boats and having to maneuver between boats? A captain can teach you the skills to master docking, anchoring and maneuvering around other boats.
What Is Covered In A Private Boating Lesson?
Anchoring
Docking & Close Quarters
Navigation & Radar
Good Communication
Emergency Preparedness
Engine and Throttle Control
Weather and Tides
Line Handling
Open Water Exercises
Continue with private docking lessons and boat training lessons.
Long Island is part of Capt. Rick’s New York home base, with private docking and boat-handling lessons built around your marina, slip, and local waterways. For background on the instructor and his on-water approach, see Meet Captain Rick.
If you are comparing lesson formats, the Boat Lessons FAQ covers logistics, equipment, locations, and scheduling, while private boat courses provide a structured on-water starting point. Choose the format that fits your boat, experience, and goals.