Women On Waves: Two-Day Boating Course (Jan 12th & 13th)

Schedule

Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am to Tue, 13 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

The Boat House Cape Coral | Cape Coral, FL

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Back by popular demand! Women On Waves is a fun, hands-on boating course that empowers you to navigate, and enjoy the open water safely
About this Event

About this event

✅ RSVP today to reserve your place in this two-day course, as limited spots are available.
🛥️This course is designed to improve your boating skills and your confidence on the water.
Back by popular demand, Captain Tony leads practical, friendly instruction on the water with a small group of women in this two day course. No prior experience required.
We are here to support your lifestyle goals, safety on the water, and overall boating enjoyment. Captain Tony teaches valuable information, combined with hands-on demonstrations and on-the-water practice.
🗓️January 12th & 13th (Monday & Tuesday)
🕥10am - 3pm on both days
Please plan to attend both days!

What you will learn

  • Core boating vocabulary and boat anatomy
  • Line handling and essential knots
  • Rules of the water and safety fundamentals
  • Channel markers and local navigation basics
  • Helm time with throttle and shift control
  • Planing, trimming, crossing wake, and reverse stopping
  • Close-quarters handling and docking concepts


Day 1: Women on Waves 101

Monday, January 12th | 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM


  • Vessel terminology and anatomy
  • Line handling and knot tying
  • Time practicing on the water
  • Rules of the water and best practices
  • Channel marker navigation
  • Safety and first mate fundamentals
  • Q&A with snacks, lunch, and beverages


Day 2: Women on Waves 102

Tuesday, January 13th | 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM


  • You are behind the helm with Captain Tony beside you
  • Throttle and shift control
  • Planing and high-speed maneuvering
  • Crossing wake and trimming motors
  • Reverse stopping and navigation refresh
  • Practice docking the boat!
  • Q&A with snacks, lunch, and beverages

    ✅RSVP to reserve your place, as this small-group event has limited tickets available.

Who should attend

  • New boaters who want structured, on-water coaching
  • Experienced passengers who want to captain with confidence
  • Boat owners and future owners who want practical skills

What is included

  • On-water instruction
  • Safety briefings and supervised helm time
  • Q&A after each session
  • Snacks, lunch, and beverages


What to bring

  • Sun protection such as hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
  • Non-marking shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Notebook and pen if you like to take notes


Important details

  • Weather conditions may affect on-water activities
  • Capacity is limited for safety and a quality learning experience
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in


Tickets

This course is a two-day experience. Your ticket covers both days.


Instructor

Captain Tony is an experienced boating instructor with a strong focus on safety, confidence, and calm instruction at the helm. He is a seasoned maritime professional with extensive credentials and has been a licensed Captain since 2004. Holding a 100-Ton Master's License, FCC Radio Certification, and also a Dive Master, Captain Tony brings unmatched expertise to every venture.

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Where is it happening?

The Boat House Cape Coral, 1516 Southeast 46th Street, Cape Coral, United States

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Tickets

USD 135.00

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