Learn How To Boat and Get Your NJ Boating Certificate
New Jersey’s Premier Boating Safety School
Shore Boating School is committed to meeting your boating learning and certification needs; offering a variety of boating classes and in-person, on-water instruction that can be tailored to suit everyone.
If you are looking for an NJ Boating Certificate (aka “boating license” or “jet ski license”), we offer pre-scheduled public classes and private small group classes that we arrange directly with you.
If you seek private boat-handling lessons on your own boat (from docking and boat handling to mastering marine weather), we come to you and work with you to help you master your craft.
We can also assist those ready to obtain their USCG Captain’s license.
Call or Text Henri at 908-461-0303
Private Group Classes Are Available in Home or Office
What do our students have to say?
Shore Boating School was a great experience from start to finish. Henri was a fantastic instructor, clear, knowledgeable, and made the class fun. He broke things down in a way that was easy to understand and made sure I left water safety ready. Highly recommend!
The instructor, Henri, is very knowledgeable and kept the class engaged. Highly recommended!
The most informative class I have ever been taught. I have learned things that I never knew before. For boating ,the water , tide , winds and currents are a major factor and very important to know.i have learned that from Henri and it will always be in my mind as I boat.
Thank You for a very informative class.
Great instructor! Highly recommend Henri!
Henri has a passion teaching that comes through in everything he does. His classes are fun and informative. I highly recommend Shore Boating School.
I am incredibly grateful to Henri for his time and dedication in teaching me how to safely operate a boat, especially given my complete lack of experience.I reached out to Henri in early March to inquire about learning the fundamentals of boating. Eager to absorb as much knowledge as possible, I was thrilled to schedule my on-water lessons for early April.
I opted for two private lessons, although one would have sufficed. Henri is a natural educator and coach; he created an environment where I felt comfortable tackling challenges, learning from my mistakes, and ultimately succeeding in real-life scenarios.
He guided me through everything—from the essential rules of the road to applying those rules practically, ensuring that I truly understood.
What truly enhanced my experience was Henri’s character. His moral compass, compassion, and genuine desire for his students’ success shine through.
I wholeheartedly recommend Henri to anyone interested in learning how to boat, whether for safety credentials or on-the-water lessons. You can confidently turn to Henri and Shore Boating School for an exceptional learning experience!
I look forward to staying in touch, Henri! Thank you once again for everything you’ve done for me!
Tight lines,
Ben
Great class. Learned a lot. Instructor was very knowledgeable.
Knowledgeable instructor, active class. Learned a lot. Highly recommend!
What a great learning experience! Henri was an awesome instructor with lots of knowledge. He made the class very interesting. Both my husband and I took this class together and we are so happy we did. Definitely recommended!
Took this course a week ago at shore boating school Henri the instructor is very knowledgeable extremely helpful class was helpful in understanding safety in boating I highly recommend going to Shore Boating School.
Educational and professional. Highly Recommend, the instructor was perfect.



