Take Command of Your Safety on the Water

Boat America Safe Boating Course by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Why Every Boater Needs This Course

**Your safety – and the safety of your loved ones – is worth one day of your time.**

The water is calling, but are you ready to answer safely? Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a seasoned captain, or someone just getting started on the water, the Boat America course is your gateway to confident, responsible boating.

Meet Legal Requirements with Confidence

With states nationwide implementing mandatory boating education requirements, the Boat America course isn’t just smart – it’s the law. New York State’s Brianna Law will require all motorized boaters to take a safe boating course and earn their safe boating certificate by 2025, and similar legislation is spreading across the country. Don’t wait until it’s mandatory – get ahead of the curve and protect what matters most.

Learn from the Best

Our courses are taught by experienced and knowledgeable Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors committed to the highest standards of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. These aren’t just classroom teachers – they’re seasoned mariners with real-world experience who’ve seen it all on the water.

Comprehensive Curriculum That Saves Lives

The Boat America course covers everything you need to know for safe, enjoyable boating:

**Essential Navigation Skills**

– Right-of-way rules and navigation regulations
– Reading charts and understanding waterway markers
– Proper anchoring and docking techniques

**Life-Saving Safety Protocols**

– Emergency preparedness and response procedures
– Personal flotation device selection and usage
– Weather awareness and hazard recognition

**Legal and Environmental Responsibilities**

– Federal and state boating regulations
– Environmental protection and conservation practices
– Proper waste disposal and fuel handling

Flexible Learning Options

Choose the format that works for your schedule:

– **In-Person Classes**: Interactive, hands-on learning with fellow boaters
– **Virtual Classes**: Virtual, video conference with live CGAUX Instructors

Official Certification You Can Trust

Those who complete the USCG Auxiliary “Boating America” (BA) course and pass the exam receive their state safe boating card. This isn’t just a piece of paper – it’s recognition that you have the knowledge and skills to operate a vessel safely and legally.

Affordable Investment in Safety

Registration will cost less than what most people spend on a tank of gas – for knowledge that could save your life.

The Bottom Line

**Every year, thousands of boating accidents occur that could have been prevented with proper education.** Don’t become a statistic. The water should be a place of joy, adventure, and relaxation – not tragedy.

A safe day on the water is a fun day on the water! The Boat America course gives you the confidence to enjoy your time on the water while keeping yourself, your passengers, and fellow boaters safe.

Ready to Get Started?

Don’t wait for an accident to happen. Don’t wait for the law to require it. Take control of your safety today.

Enter your zip code to find classes near you.  Then register online for a class convenient for you.