07/18/2026
🚤 Future Captains Start Here! 🌊⚓
There's nothing more rewarding than helping the next generation develop the confidence and skills to safely enjoy life on the water.
This week, Anthony (12), Nicholas (15), and their mom took the helm of a 19-foot jet boat during one of our Skippers Club hands-on training sessions. They completed both Close Quarters Boat Handling and Open Water Training, learning how to safely operate a jet-powered vessel in a variety of real-world situations.
🎥 Check out the action videos and photos to see them:
✅ Docking and departing the slip
✅ Maneuvering a 19' jet boat in close quarters
✅ Understanding wind, current, and boat control
✅ Practicing open-water handling and safety
✅ Building confidence together as a boating family
Jet boats handle very differently than traditional propeller-driven boats, making proper training even more important. Learning how the boat responds at slow speeds, in tight spaces, and out on open water gives these young boaters a solid foundation that will benefit them for years to come.
At NY Boat Lessons, we believe there is no better classroom than being behind the helm. Our Skippers Club is designed to teach young boaters the skills, judgment, and confidence they need to become safe, responsible captains. Families are encouraged to learn together because boating is an activity best enjoyed together.
A huge congratulations to Anthony, Nicholas, and Mom for an outstanding day on the water. Your focus, teamwork, and willingness to learn made for a fantastic lesson. We look forward to seeing you back at the helm soon!
🌊 Get your kids off the couch and onto the water!
The confidence they gain, the memories they make, and the boating skills they develop will last a lifetime.
