US Powerboating Basic Powerboat Cruising Certification


ID : 12627   

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Prerequisite:  Introduction to Twin-screw Powerboat handling or equivalent experience.  Safe Powerboat Handling Certification recommended.  Students must be 16 years of age or older and able to swim 50 yards.

With coaching from a powerboat expert you will move through the skills required for certification and build confidence operating a 29-40' twinscrew powerboat in light to moderate conditions.   The course includes both hands-on instruction and theory to expand your seamanship knowledge and practical boat handling skills.  Course topics include boat systems, engine and helm controls, docking and close quarter maneuvering, boat control in open water, anchoring, emergency procedures, VHF radio operation, charts and aids to navigation.  This course is approved by NASBLA and US Powerboating.  Students who successfully pass the written test and successfully complete the knowledge and skill requirements (see Certification Standards book) will receive a US Powerboating Basic Powerboat Operation and Cruising Certification and be eligible to apply for the California Boater Card - www.californiaboatercard.com.

Course materials along with pre-course homework will be available to students ahead of time to allow you ample time to prepare for your class.
 
Class Size:            Min 2 – Max 4
Text:                      US Powerboating Start Powerboating Right
 
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Class Details

2 Session(s)
Weekly - Fri, Sat

Location
OCC Sailing & Seamanship

Instructor
OCC School of Sailing & Seamanship 

 

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Please read:  Prerequisite:  Introduction to Twin-screw Powerboat handling or equivalent experience.  Safe Powerboat Handling Certification recommended.  Students must be 16 years of age or older and able to swim 50 yards.

Tuition: 

$1,095.00

Registration Closes On
Thursday, March 19, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
3/20/2026 - 3/21/2026 Weekly - Fri, Sat 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM Newport Beach, OCC Sailing & Seamanship  Map OCC School of Sailing & Seamanship 

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