About Safe Waters

A U.S. Coast Guard–approved boating school, Safe Waters works to reduce the number of boating accidents on New York waterways. The school's veteran maritime instructors conduct intensive courses designed to train students to practice safe and defensive boat handling without covering their hulls with bubble wrap. Depending on the course, students may divide time between classroom study and on-the-water instruction, engaging in demonstrations and activities that illustrate important topics such as safety equipment, navigation aids, and emergency protocols.