On-Water Training Boat Delivery & Skipper Services

Having confidence in your boat can make every trip more enjoyable. Understanding the daily routines, basic checks and practical skills involved in operating your vessel can help make cruising feel easier, safer and far less stressful.

Our boat handling and training services are designed to take place on your own boat, giving you the opportunity to learn in a familiar environment. Training can be tailored to your experience level and delivered in a practical, engaging way so you can build confidence at your own pace.

We can guide you through important pre-start routines for engines and other mechanical equipment, helping you understand what should be checked before leaving the berth. Basic engine maintenance can also be covered, giving you a better understanding of your boat and how to identify common issues.

Practical boat handling can include berthing and unberthing, anchoring, pile mooring and other everyday manoeuvres. These sessions can help you become more comfortable handling your vessel in different conditions and situations.

Safety procedures are another important part of being confident on the water. Training can include man overboard procedures and other essential onboard routines, helping you and your crew understand what to do should an emergency arise.

We can also arrange Solent trips or training for groups of up to seven people with an experienced COA life trainer. These sessions can provide valuable hands-on experience while helping everyone onboard become more familiar with the boat and their responsibilities.

If you are planning to explore a new cruising area, we can also help relocate your boat with experienced skippers and crew, both within the UK and abroad.