BSPS Boating Classes
Learn the skills for safe recreational boat operation at America’s Boating Course. In person training offered by Berea Sail & Power Squadron.
America’s Boating Course In-Person or Live on Zoom
Taking a boating class reduces your risk of accidents and injuries, saves you money on boat insurance, and qualifies you for meeting the requirements for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Boater Education Law.
America’s Boating Course is the most comprehensive, single source, in-person boating course available to give you the skills you need to enjoy your time on the water and boat with confidence.
Learn the advanced skills for recreational boat operation. Marine Navigation and Boat Handling. Offered by the Berea Sail & Power Squadron
Boat Handling
Online, Instructor led
Learn how to handle your boat in a variety of situations and become the skipper you want to be. Gain confidence in docking, underway, anchoring, and other seamanship skills.
Our new Boat Handling course is intended for newer recreational boaters who have completed a basic boating class (like America’s Boating Course) and want to gain more knowledge, skill, and confidence to boat safely and have more fun in a variety of situations.
May 7, 2025
Marine Navigation
In-Person, Instructor led
You won’t ever get lost or run aground when you know marine navigation, whether for short day trips or long multi-day cruises.
Learn the essentials of safe coastal and inland navigation using basic GPS in conjunction with charts and other marine data. The Marine Navigation course teaches you how to use the GPS along with traditional dead reckoning techniques for planning and laying out safe routes, as well as ensuring that you are on-course while underway.
