Education - Captain Chris Yacht Services

Rent on Demand, Buy on Demand and DVD’s,

Boat selection, operation techniques including docking, locking and anchoring are just a few of the many terrific topics included in our video training series. Each episode can help the novice or seasoned boater become a more confident cruiser. Captain Chris’s training Video’s will make a great gift. Click on each title to learn what’s included.

Diesel fuel filters are easy to maintain

Most times when your diesel engine struggles and does not achieve full RPM the fuel filter may be dirty. Instead of calling for a mechanic, you can do it yourself! […]

Kadey Krogen Trawler Training Delivery Part 1

Captain Chris introduces the new owner to fog, and other hinderances to navigation such as a sunken sailboat, drawbridges, strong cross currents & more. […]

Kadey Krogen Trawler Training Delivery Part 2

The second part of this training trip takes us through the Georgia sounds and emphasizes the importance of DIY when things break down like the bow thruster. […]

Formula 40 Performance Cruiser

Prep for your cruising adventure with extensive maintenance review– Volvos, genset, PODs, air conditioning & other systems. Finish with some docking practice. […]

Formula 40 PC Cruises the ICW

This Formula 40 Performance Cruiser is cruising the Treasure Coast, a popular boating area in Florida. Watch as we navigate the St Lucie Lock & Roosevelt Drawbridge […]

DeFever 49 Engine Room Tour

Take a comprehensive engine room tour – twin John Deere diesels, genset, active fin stabilizers & a sea chest. Learn about the fuel distribution system & more. […]

Endeavour 44 Power Catamaran Training

Before starting on this training delivery our goal is to learn the systems aboard then dock & anchor skills in the Ortega River. Each day is a new adventure. […]

Anchoring with Confidence

Discover simple techniques to take the stress out of docking with easy to understand maneuvers & split screen views of controls at the helm and dockside. […]

Docking with Confidence

Learn easy to understand docking maneuvers with split screen views including controls at the helm and dockside landing. You will discover simple techniques to take the stress out of docking. […]

Locking Through with Confidence

Ask Captain Chris how to contact the lock, enter and secure the boat using different lock designs and mooring styles, how to Lock Through with confidence! […]

Cruising Goose Pond AL to Chattanooga TN

Our journey brings us back to the TN River & 2 more locks on our last day of this training delivery to Chattanooga & our new home port. More docking practice. […]

Cruising Joe Wheeler State Park to Goose Pond

Ride along on this 43 foot twin diesel Carver on the 2nd leg of our training trip on the inland rivers. Sharpen your navigation & DIY skills as we cruise. […]

Clifton, TN to Joe Wheeler Lock and Marina

Perfect for 1st timers as we lock through with a 43-foot cruising boat – call on the VHF, secure to the bollard & then exit the lock. Bonus engine room video! […]

Finding the Perfect Boat

Do you want to start Living the Dream aboard your own boat? Many of you may not have any boating experience but that’s OK! Maybe you have owned smaller boats and want to move up! […]