Boating Education
One of the key philosophies of America's Boating Club is the self-education for its members, with a certified training program where successful students gain experience and then go on to teach other students to perpetuate boating knowledge.
Our instructors bring many years of practical experience to the classroom using modern instructional techniques in all boating topics in Colorado each year. Lessons are open to sailors of all skill levels, members or non-members. These classes include instructor led courses that may be on-the-water, sailing or under power, and in the classroom. Numerous seminars and workshops are taught on many boating topics.
America's Boating Club of Colorado
Hands-on Diesel Seminar
From our Education Officer:
The student's interest is a primary driver in what courses are offered. Communicate your interests to the Squadron Education Officer (SEO). Often friends will put together interest groups which can be the impetus for a class.
If you are interested in a topic and have the skills to teach it due to life experience and/or formal education, let the SEO know. We always need instructors so that some of our veterans can have a break occasionally. As the need to teach more students increases, so does our need for instructors. It is very rewarding work. All classes can be done as independent study too.
Course Offerings
America's Boating Course
This is an in-depth boating safety course that is taught periodically by member instructors who have broad experience in boating. It provides basic knowledge to become a more competent boater and is recognized by most states for a boat operators permit. It is taught nationwide as a civic service to the public to make boating safer and more enjoyable to all. It is also offered as an interactive self-study course or online over the internet.
All Boating Courses
America's Boating Club of Colorado teaches a series of certified courses that cover advanced boating topics. These instructor based classes are typically 6-8 weeks in duration and are open to non-members as well as members. These courses include advanced grades of boating in addition to electives. They cover subjects such as seamanship, navigational techniques, boat systems, sailing, and more.
Boating Seminars
A series of seminars for boaters that are typically taught in one session, perhaps on a Saturday. Each seminar usually includes a waterproof quick guide for your sail bag, locker, or nav station.
Online Boating Education
Many of the courses described here, and more, are availble online. They may be online self-study, instructor-led webinars, or narrated presentations from the University of West Florida.
