Services
Delivery, instruction & captain services — power and sail
Whether you need your yacht moved across a harbor or across an ocean, want to master your own vessel, or need a licensed captain aboard — we handle it.
Yacht delivery
Local to transoceanic — your boat, delivered
No matter the type of boat or yacht delivery you require, our experienced captains are here to assist. We work closely with private owners, yacht managers, and leading yacht brokers to ensure safe and efficient vessel transport. Long-distance deliveries are one of our specialties:
- Multiple deliveries from the U.S. mainland to Hawaii
- Numerous Panama Canal transits for both power and sailboats
- Coast-to-coast deliveries between the U.S. East and West Coasts
- Atlantic and Pacific crossings
- Extensive deliveries along the West Coast — Canada, the U.S., and Mexico
How delivery pricing works
Ocean deliveries present unique challenges — unpredictable weather, equipment failures, and unforeseen events — and experience is essential to handling them. Our rates vary based on:
- Type of vessel (sail or power), speed, and onboard equipment
- Expected weather conditions for the trip
- Duration of the voyage and crew requirements
- Route and direction — heading south along the U.S. West Coast is significantly easier than north against prevailing winds and currents
Quotes are given per day or per nautical mile — always free, always transparent.
Vessel instruction
Power vessel services & training
Operating a powerboat safely requires specialized knowledge and hands-on experience. Our captains provide expert instruction tailored to your vessel, covering:
- Close-quarters maneuvering — docking, anchoring, and handling in tight spaces
- Twin propellers vs. single screw operation — understanding the handling differences
- Fuel management — multiple tanks, fuel manifolds, and fuel polishing systems
- Hydraulic systems — thrusters, stabilizers, davits, and windlasses
- Engine and generator maintenance — procedures for reliability and longevity
- Navigation electronics — effective use for safe and efficient passages
Vessel instruction
Sailing instruction — ASA 101 through 105
We have extensive experience teaching ASA sailing courses, from ASA 101 to ASA 105. Beyond the core certifications, we offer hands-on instruction tailored to your specific needs:
- Emergency procedures — man overboard recovery, fire response, and flood control
- Navigation and electronics — maximizing onboard systems, especially in low visibility
- On-the-go repairs — essential mechanical and electrical troubleshooting at sea
- Sail trim and reefing — performance and efficiency in all wind conditions
- Heavy weather tactics — handling rough seas and strong winds safely
Charter captain & owner assistance
When you need a licensed captain
Each of our captains has decades of hands-on experience with all types of vessels. There are many reasons to bring a professional, highly experienced marine captain aboard:
Your insurance requires a licensed captain on board
Your insurance mandates training with a licensed captain
You are chartering a boat but lack the required experience
You need assistance in unfamiliar waters or challenging weather
You want expert guidance on operating complex boat systems
You need to master safe close-quarters maneuvering
Whether for safety, training, or peace of mind — trip planning and preparation, trip owner assistance, and private charter captain services are all available.
Not sure which service fits?
Call us — a five-minute conversation usually answers everything.