Classes

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An educated boater is a better boater! We offer a wide range of boating courses and seminars for all levels, including boat handling, navigation, boating rules and regulations, marine electronics and boat maintenance. Please check out the classes being offered.

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Hands-On Training

Our certified and experienced instructors combine classroom learning with on-the-water coaching. That means with technical education plus real-world techniques, you get onto the water and into fun, safer and faster!

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On-Water Training Guides

The On-Water Guides provides a framework for experienced members to offer up to 2 hours of one-on-one customized training to a student on the student’s boat.

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BOC Program

We will challenge you to be the best boater you can be. BOC – The Boat Operator Certification program recognizes the skills of America’s Boating Club members at different levels of recreational boating proficiency.

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Past Classes

Check out our past classes.

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Current Class Schedule

All classes are open to the public — no membership required. Most courses are held at the
Oceanside Yacht Club Classroom, 1950 Harbor Drive N, Oceanside, CA 92054.
Can’t find what you need? Contact us — we may be able to arrange a session for you.

ABC Course — America’s Boating Course

Covers navigation rules, coastal navigation, boat handling, and water sports safety. 12-week in-person course.

Next session: TBD — Contact us to register

Marine Navigation

Chart reading and interpretation, plotting courses, navigation aids (buoys, lights, day marks), compass use, and more. 12-week in-person course.

Next session: TBD — Contact us to register

Engine Maintenance

Fundamentals of gas and diesel marine engines, routine maintenance procedures, and diagnosing common problems. Every skipper benefits from this course. In-person.

Next session: TBD — Contact us to register

Hands-On Training (HOT) — FREE

A one-day, 5-hour session at Oceanside Harbor. Includes dockside instruction and real on-the-water practice behind the wheel. No charge.

Available by appointment. Call or text Shawn Goit at 760-468-6212 to schedule.

Ready to Get on the Water?

Classes fill up — do not wait. Contact us to find out when the next session starts, or ask about private instruction at Oceanside Harbor.