Boating in California, Nevada, and Utah can be a fun and recreational experience for the entire family. Are you a kayaker, a sailor, a fisherman, a hunter, a cruiser, a wake boarder, a racer, or a PWC enthusiast? The information in the classes listed below will help you enjoy these activities safely. That information may also save your life some day.

The “Basic” courses listed below are, general classes that will get you started boating safely. There are no prerequisites, and you do not need to own a boat to take these classes. Two of these courses, “America’s Boating Course,” and Boating Skills and Seamanship,” are recognized and approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). That means that other states will recognize the certificate from this class as meeting their legal requirements. Some insurance companies also recognize a certificate from a NASBLA-approved course, and may offer discounts.

The “Specialty and Advanced” courses may be brief, or extended, depending upon the purpose. Some of them require a significant effort, but you will be rewarded by improving your skills as a mariner.

 All courses are taught by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors who are qualified in the subject. Student participation and interaction is encouraged, so you can also learn from other boater’s experiences