The BoatUS On-Water Training Locator is a resource for new and existing boaters to find training opportunities in their area. BoatUS/ BoatUS Foundation are not affiliated with these trainers or training facilities.

Training courses are held at a variety of locations. Boating schools, boat clubs, marinas, dealerships and private trainers may offer training.

Trainers may be licensed United States Coast Guard Captains, who are drug tested by their employer or are part of a drug testing consortium. You are responsible for verifying the credentials of your trainer.

Boat type may vary by location. You are responsible for confirming this with the training location.

In order to maximize “helm time” for each student, we only allow a maximum of four students per instructor/session.

Some locations may offer hybrid options that include classroom time and on-water training to meet a state’s requirement for a boating safety certificate. You must confirm this with your chosen training provider.

Please confirm with your chosen training location. To obtain your boater education card, please visit www.boatus.org/free.

This varies by location and the curriculum being offered. Please confirm with your chosen training location.

Course length varies by location and curriculum. Some may be as short as three hours or as long as eight hours.

This varies and should be confirmed with your chosen training location.