BROOKLYN WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Thirty Minutes of Throttle: Jet-Skiing Brooklyn’s Calm Waterways
In a focused 30-minute rental you’ll operate your own two-seater jet ski in calm waters, after a safety orientation and under instructor oversight.
Thirty Minutes of Throttle: Jet-Skiing Brooklyn’s Calm Waterways.
Out on Brooklyn’s sheltered water, a short, intense window—just 30 minutes—delivers the elemental pleasure of speed and control. Empire City Watersports stages a concise experience: a mandatory orientation, instructor oversight, and the chance to pilot a two-seater craft at your own pace, even if you’ve never ridden before.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands‑On Jet‑Ski Time
You get the throttle: each rental puts you in the driver’s seat of a two‑seater jet ski for a concentrated 30‑minute block, so the rush of learning and speed is immediate and personal.
No Experience Required
Instructors deliver a pre‑ride orientation and safety briefing, enabling beginners to pick up the basics and ride at their own pace while staff monitor conditions and safety.
Calm Water, Big Moments
The rentals take place on calm waters where riders can enjoy control and confidence—conditions that make a short session feel expansive and memorable.
What the day feels like
What 30 Minutes on the Water Feels Like
The experience begins with an orientation that covers safety and handling. Once briefed, you launch for a half‑hour where you operate your own two‑seater jet ski under instructor supervision—riding at your preferred pace, swapping drivers if conditions allow, and returning after a compact, high‑intensity loop on calm water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short, intense rental suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
A valid photo ID is required to rent and drive a jet ski; arrive prepared to sign any driver agreements presented during orientation.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a license to ride a jet ski?
No — you do not need a license. Instructors provide a safety briefing and operational guidance before you ride.
What is the minimum age to drive a jet ski?
You must be at least 18 years old to drive. Passengers must be at least 16 years old.
Do I need previous jet‑ski experience?
No — prior experience is not required. Orientation and instructor oversight allow beginners to learn and ride at their own pace.
Is there a weight limit for the jet skis?
Yes — each jet ski can safely hold up to 350 pounds.
Can we switch drivers during the rental?
Yes — drivers can switch on the same watercraft as long as water conditions are safe and both riders have signed the driver agreement.
How fast do the jet skis go?
Jet skis used on these rentals can reach up to 55 mph, though top speed is governed by driver ability and instructor oversight for safety.
What if I fall off the jet ski?
Before you begin you will receive safety training that includes how to get back on your jet ski in the unlikely event you fall off.