Charleston

BOATING SCHOOL

Hands-on Training with PowerTime!

Learn From Experts

Hands-on Training

PowerTime has the largest network of professional boating schools in the world. We are able to take the best techniques and materials from American Boating and share them with you. So when you choose a PowerTime boating school, you are getting access to knowledge and best practices from around the world.

COURSE OFFERING

Powerboat training provides essential skills and knowledge for safe navigation, risk management, and emergency response on the water. By mastering safety practices and equipment use, boaters gain the confidence to handle various conditions responsibly, ensuring a safer experience for all.

AB 103-104 Advanced Powerboating Course

Master the skills for multi-day cruising and coastal navigation.
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AB 101 Beginner Powerboating Course

Provides essential training for safely operating a recreational powerboat, covering foundational skills in navigations, safety and boat handling.
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AB 103 Intermediate Powerboating Course

Students continue building seamanship skills while learning about boat systems an dhow to handle emergencies.
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AB 104 Advanced Powerboating Course

Master the skills for multi-day cruising and coastal navigation.
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Benefits

Owners Enjoy These Benefits

  • A monthly payment to you to offset your loan payment​
  • Flexible owner usage​
  • Help with sourcing a boat loan with a preferred Lender
  • Only responsible, well-trained Members operate your boat
  • Our proprietary scheduling software handles all aspects of boat reservations, maintenance, and member management
  • Potential to cover up to 100% of your cost, including loan payments
  • Professional maintenance and management team surround your boat​
  • Slip fees, insurance premiums, and routine maintenance costs are covered
  • Winterization, storing and commissioning of your yacht each season
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Guaranteed
Monthly Usage

As a PowerTime boat owner, you will have guaranteed monthly usage of your boat using PowerTime’s proprietary online scheduling system. This allows you guaranteed monthly usage and unlimited last-minute reservations booked online within 36 hours. Your boat will be docked at a local marina, ready to go with the fuel and water tanks topped off. This makes going for a day trip a convenient and pleasant experience.
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How It Works

PowerTime has the solution

If you’re like most boaters, the question you undoubtedly ask is, “How can I responsibly afford my own boat and use it often enough to justify all the hassle and expense?” PowerTime has the practical solution that puts boat ownership within your reach.  By sharing the use of your boat you can cover your costs, while still enjoying plenty of time with your family and friends.

PowerTime boat owners are responsible for operating costs including slip fees, insurance, bottom painting/cleaning, and a loan payment (if applicable).  However, owners receive 50% of the revenue generated by their boats. After 3-4 members join, this is normally enough to cover the cost of slip, insurance, and bottom care. Once more members join your boat, you will be receiving money to help cover your boat loan or pay you directly. A PowerTime boat will have a maximum of 7 members and 1 owner.

The PowerTime Charleston ownership program is extremely flexible and can be customized to give an owner more usage or can be geared towards generating more revenue. Depending on your situation, we can put together a plan that fits you and your family best. Learn about the tax advantages that can save you thousands as well.

Detailed pricing and financial worksheets are available. Visit our frequently asked questions page for more information.

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All the joys of ownership, with none of the hassle!
Boy spraying water at his family in the water on a Jeanneau NC795.
Anchored Jeanneau NC795 with family relaxing on the deck.
Family enjoying breakfast on a Jeanneau NC795.
Kids jumping into the water off of a Jeanneau NC795.
Family in the cockpit of a Jeanneau NC 1095
Jeanneau NC 1095 cruising on the water
Family eating in the galley of a Jeanneau NC 1095
Children reading a book in the cabin of a Jeanneau NC1095
Jeanneau NC 1095 cruising on the water
Jeanneau NC 1095 from above anchored just offshore
Learn From Experts

Hands-on Training

PowerTime has the largest network of professional boating schools in the world. With 30 schools certifying students to the American Sailing Association (ASA), and the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) standards, we are able to take the best techniques and materials from each school and share them with you. So when you choose a PowerTime boating school, you are getting access to knowledge and best practices from around the world.

Benefits
USCG Certified

World-Class Training

All US based PowerTime instructors are licensed US Coast Guard captains and certified ASA instructors. They go through a rigorous training and testing process to reach that level, and are further vetted as great teachers. We only hire the best. Our schools and instructors are routinely recognized as “School of the Year” and “Instructor of the Year” by the American Sailing Association.

Safety

Safety

Learning to sail based on a logically sequenced curriculum will help you understand “why” you are doing something, not just “how”.

Curriculum

Curriculum

Learning to sail based on a logically sequenced curriculum will help you understand “why” you are doing something, not just “how”.

Certifications

Certifications

Certifications are required by SailTime and other charter companies before they will allow you to take the boats.

Why Certify?

Our members and students are busy people who want to get the most out of their time on the water, so our smaller class sizes facilitate a more productive learning environment. You will get plenty of time at the helm, cranking the winches, and getting your questions answered. With an emphasis on seamanship, boat systems, and cruising, you will soon be ready to head out on your own!