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  • Boating at Night: The Importance of Slowing Down and Navigating with Caution

    Traveling by boat is a great way to explore the world, whether you're navigating a calm lake or setting sail on the open sea. However, it's importa...
  • "Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning AC Strainers on Your Boat: A Guide by At the Helm Training"

    Steps on how to properly clean AC strainers on a boat: Turn off the power supply to the air conditioning unit before starting the cleaning process...
  • Boat Safety is a Priority on the West Coast of Florida: At the Helm Training Offers the Best Boating Education

    Boating is a popular pastime on the West Coast of Florida, with beautiful waters and scenic views that attract people from all over the world. Howe...
  • Why Boating Safety Matters

    Boating Safety: Why it Matters Boating is a popular leisure activity that offers a chance to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. However, it’s im...
  • Florida Boating Courses

    At the Helm Training has been around for a year and a half. We have done boat trainings in Florida, Georgia, Texas, New York, and Massachusetts. We...
  • How do I get Boating Insurance Without a Full Time Captain?

    If you are new to yachting or going up in vessel size, getting insured can be costly and confusing. Many insurance companies require you to have a ...
  • Correct Fender Placements Can Save You $$$$

    The first step to tying a fender is to make sure your fender is not in the water otherwise they will get barnacles or other types of sea growth. Th...
  • Why Do We Need Boating Safety Programs?

    The New York Times launched an article that covered the rise of boating fatalities on the water. "There were 767 boating fatalities in the United S...
  • At the Helm Training is now certified by NASBLA, USCG, and FWC

    Our owner/operator training course is now certified by NASBLA and recognized by the US Coast Guard and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation C...
  • Protecting Your Life While Boating

    There are many activities to do on a boat, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, and so much more. Sadly, emergencies while boat...
  • The Importance of Boating Education

    Boating is one of the oldest forms of travel. Until modern air travel boating was the only way to reach distant lands for trade. It is obvious why ...
  • Get the Most Out of Your Boat Polish

    Keeping your boats metal in great shape is absolutely imperative to ensuring you have the highest possible resale value once you decide to part with your boat. The boat polish you use as well as the proper methodology is key. I will go into the simple but stand out process for making the metal on your boat shine and most importantly stay in great shape overtime.