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Kickstart your boating journey in Marina del Rey with an exclusive two-day powerboating course tailored for beginners. Learn hands-on skills with expert instructors aboard modern powerboats in calm harbor conditions.
Kickstart your boating journey in Marina del Rey with an exclusive two-day powerboating course tailored for beginners. Learn hands-on skills with expert instructors aboard modern powerboats in calm harbor conditions.
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Operated by Naos Yachts · Marina del Rey, California
Discover the excitement of powerboating with Naos Yachts’ Beginning Powerboating - AB101 course in Marina del Rey, California. This two-day private course is ideal for beginners eager to learn essential powerboating skills like close quarters maneuvering, docking, and safety protocols. With a maximum of three students per class, you get personalized instruction from expert teachers onboard modern Beneteau powerboats designed for comfort and performance. Marina del Rey’s calm harbor waters provide the perfect environment to gain confidence and master the basics in a safe and supportive setting. Beyond skill-building, the course offers a fantastic opportunity to experience beautiful coastal views and peaceful waterways. Whether your goal is recreational boating or laying the foundation for more advanced maritime activities, this course sets you up for success. Plus, being located just near Los Angeles, you can easily combine your adventure with a city stay, accessing great dining and cultural spots after your lessons. This experience is tailored to help you feel at home on the water, preparing you to enjoy future boating adventures with confidence and ease.
easy.
2 days (6–8 hours total).
Suitable for anyone in average physical condition comfortable with light outdoor activities.
No prior experience is needed; the course is designed specifically for beginners to learn basic powerboating skills.
All students wear personal flotation devices, and instructors provide safety briefings and supervision at all times.
Participants should be at least 18 years old for safety and insurance reasons.
Yes, you can book additional sessions to practice and advance your boating skills.
Bring comfortable clothing, non-slip shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and water.
Classes may be rescheduled if weather conditions pose safety risks; you will be notified in advance.
Marina del Rey was developed in the 1960s and is now the largest man-made small craft harbor in North America.
Local operators maintain strict environmental practices to protect marine habitats and minimize pollution in the harbor.
Naos Yachts is a Marina del Rey-based charter and sailing school offering a range of day sails, sunset cruises, powerboating courses, and ASA certification classes. The company operates a mixed fleet that includes monohulls, catamarans, Beneteau models, Lagoon catamarans, and specialized boats like the Beneteau First 14 for single- or two-person sailing experiences. Trips available include three-hour daysails and sunset sails, extended day sails, instructor-led ASA courses such as ASA 104/114 combo to Catalina, coastal navigation (ASA 105), docking and maneuvering (ASA 118), dinghy handling (ASA 116), plus beginning and advanced powerboating (AB101/AB103). All instruction is delivered by US Coast Guard licensed instructors or USCG-trained captains, and courses emphasize hands-on learning, safety, and small-group attention — advanced and beginning powerboating classes limit enrollment to three students per session. Vessel types and on-water routes focus on Santa Monica Bay and Marina del Rey harbor, providing scenic coastal sailing and practical seamanship training. Naos Yachts serves private charters and public classes for families, friends, and aspiring boaters seeking certification or skill-building. Booking options include hiring a trained USCG captain for relaxed cruises or self-skippered outings for experienced sailors. Equipment and vessels used in courses are modern and purpose-suited for their curriculum, from dinghy towing and beach landings to coastal navigation and overnight passage training. The business combines a large local fleet, certified instructors, and structured ASA curriculum to deliver reliable experiences on Southern California waters. Reservation and scheduling are available through Marina del Rey booking channels and online reservation platforms nationwide inquiries.
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