In-Command Seamanship Training

In-Command Seamanship Training In-Command is a new certified US Powerboating training center in partnership with Wickford Boat Rentals! Be Safe, Be Sure, Be In-Command!

08/22/2026

🔎 Bow-to-Stern Dockside Assessment

Buying a boat, upgrading, or looking to better understand your vessel?

This 3-hour private dockside consultation with a USCG-licensed captain gives you a complete walkthrough of your boat’s systems and setup.

Covers:
Propulsion systems, generators & charging
Electronics, radar & navigation systems
Safety equipment review
Dock lines, departure setup & best practices
Fueling and onboard systems

Optional add-on:
✔ 3-hour on-the-water training session for hands-on application

This is one of the most valuable ways to build confidence for the rest of the boating season.

👉 Learn More & Schedule
https://www.incommandri.com/bow-to-stern-dockside-assessment/

08/19/2026

Our next newsletter "September on the Water: Fall Boating, Boat Show & Captain’s Courses" is coming September 1.

Subscribe to get it and stay in the loop on everything we're creating.

https://in-command-seamanship-training.kit.com

08/18/2026

Review for Private Lesson with Beth

"Beth is such a great instructor, she is patient and kind and extremely knowledgeable.

I will definitely recommend In Command Steamship Training.

This has been such a positive experience 5 stars!!"

Meredith C.

08/14/2026

If you boat in Rhode Island or Massachusetts, your safety card matters before you head out.

You can complete the 1-day Boater Safety & State License Course in one classroom session, then take the state exam at the end of class.

If you pass, your RI or MA boating license application gets submitted to the state.
This course covers the basics you actually use on the water, including boat operation, safety gear, navigation rules, emergencies, and legal requirements.

It also matters for more boaters than many people realize, especially if you were born after January 1, 1986, or if you operate a personal watercraft, regardless of age.

Some insurance companies also offer discounts after a boating safety course.

Next class is August 29th

What is the first thing you want every boater to know before they leave the dock?

https://www.incommandri.com/events/ri-ma-boater-safety-course/

08/14/2026

🔎 Bow-to-Stern Dockside Assessment

Buying a boat, upgrading, or looking to better understand your vessel?

This 3-hour private dockside consultation with a USCG-licensed captain gives you a complete walkthrough of your boat’s systems and setup.

Covers:
Propulsion systems, generators & charging
Electronics, radar & navigation systems
Safety equipment review
Dock lines, departure setup & best practices
Fueling and onboard systems

Optional add-on:

✔ 3-hour on-the-water training session for hands-on application

This is one of the most valuable ways to build confidence for the rest of the boating season.

👉 Learn More & Schedule
https://www.incommandri.com/bow-to-stern-dockside-assessment/

08/10/2026

🌊 NSBC Certified On-Water Training Modules

Focused, 3-hour hands-on training:

Intro to Boating
Precision Docking
Open Water Handling
Advanced Maneuvering

Perfect for boaters who want focused practice in the skills that matter most.

👉 Explore NSBC Modules
https://www.incommandri.com/events/nsbc-certified-on-water-training/

📩 Want to schedule NSBC Certified On-Water Training on your own boat?
Contact us at [email protected]

08/07/2026

Summer boating season isn't over yet.

If you're planning to spend Labor Day Weekend on the Rhode Island coast, now is the time to reserve your boat. Captained charters, bareboat rentals, half-day trips, and full-day outings are still available, but holiday dates fill quickly.

You can also use the final weeks of summer to sharpen your skills with:
• Precision docking and close-quarters maneuvering
• Boater safety and certification courses
• Private lessons on your own boat
• New-owner vessel training
• Women In-Command training

Looking ahead to fall, registration is open for professional programs, including the October 13 to November 21 OUPV 6-Pack Captain's License course and the October 11 and 18 Launch Operator course.

One useful reminder for new boat owners: training on your own vessel, with your own equipment and on your home waters, can help you build confidence where it matters most.

What skill would make you feel more confident at the helm this season?


https://in-command-seamanship-training.kit.com/posts/summer-isn-t-over-yet-labor-day-final-group-classes-fall-captain-training?

08/06/2026

🛥 RI & MA 1-Day Boater Safety Course

8-hour classroom course preparing you for the RI or MA boating exam.
✔ Same-day exam ✔ Application submission included ✔ Insurance discounts may apply

Next class: August 9 SOLD OUT
Next class: August 29

08/04/2026

🧭 Dock-Pro: Conquer Docking Anxiety

A focused 3-hour on-the-water lesson covering:
Close-quarters maneuvering
Wind & current adjustments
Fender & line setup
Crew communication

Available on our boats — or yours.

👉 Next Class: August 8
https://www.incommandri.com/events/dock-pro/

📩 Want to schedule Dock Pro on your own boat?
Contact us at [email protected]

Address

1 Phillips Street
North Kingstown, RI
02852

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(401) 472-3389

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