Date : Tuesday June 13th, 2023 – Aug 22nd, 2023...
Read MoreOne of the key philosophies of USPS-America’s Boating Club is the self-education of its members, with a certified training program where successful students gain experience and then go on to teach other students to perpetuate boating knowledge. Our instructors bring many years of practical experience to the classroom using modern instructional techniques.
Experienced Squadron members provide classes in all boating topics throughout the year. They are open to sailors of all skill levels, members or non-members. These classes include instructor led courses, on-the-water and in the classroom, along with seminars and workshops on many boating topics.
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Boat Handling/Seamanship
Topic: Boat Handling/Seamanship Date : Monday June 5th, 2023 –...
Read MoreOffshore Navigation Date: March 8th – May 10th, 2023
Offshore Navigation Date : Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 – May...
Read MoreAdvanced Marine Navigation Date : Feb 27-May 1, 2023
Advanced Marine Navigation Date : Monday, Feb 27th, 2023 –...
Read MoreAMERICA’S BOATING CLUB, SAN DIEGO - TRAINING COURSES THAT COULD BE SCHEDULED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Offshore Navigation/ Junior Navigation (requires P and AP): This course will introduce you to using a sextant to calculate your geographic location based on sun sights. The skills developed include understanding local time, and using special charts and graphs to reduce sights, and determining latitude by noon sights.
Electronic Navigation: This course covers using GPS, Chart plotters and chart plotting software in order to navigate with electronics. We will also look at using apps and incorporating AIS information into your decision making.
America’s Boating Course: This course introduces basic boating skills in a weekend. The certificate that you receive upon passing the final exam is valid for receiving a California Boater’s Card.
VHF/DSC Seminar: Learn how to use your VHF properly, including hands on practice for calls and setting up your own VHF to use the DSC “Distress” button.
Cruise Planning: Learn how to prepare a cruise, be it for a day, a week or around the world, including planning the route, provisioning, anchoring, and communications. Taught by experienced cruisers.
Paddle Smart Seminar AND PADDLING EVENT: Join us for a seminar on paddling safety, bring your paddle craft to put in the water with your friends!
Mariner’s Compass Seminar: Learn the ins and outs of your compass onboard, including “swinging ship” to account for how your boat affects the compass itself.
America’s Boating Course: This course introduces basic boating skills in a weekend. The certificate that you receive upon passing the final exam is valid for receiving a California Boater’s Card.
Rules of The Road Seminar: Master the rules of the road with hands on activities and practice on the finer points. Great as an introduction or review for experienced mariners.
Partners in Command Seminar: This seminar is meant to get the conversation going between skippers and crew so that everyone feels comfortable and can act safely in an emergency.
Celestial Navigation/ Navigation (requires P, AP and JN): This course builds on use of the sextant to add in navigation by the stars.
Boat Handling/ Seamanship: This course builds on the basics of ABC and covers Rules of the Road: A Practical Approach; Confidence in Docking and Undocking: Slow-Speed Maneuvering; Boating with Confidence: Handling Your Boat Under Way; Anchoring with Assurance: Don't Get Carried Away; Emergencies on Board: Preparation for Handling Common Problems; Knots and Line Handling: The Knots You Need to Know









