I'll place appropriate course details here
Boating Classes, Courses & Educational Seminars in MA
Click here to see a list of cities and towns within our District.
America’s Boating Club Courses
As of August 23rd, 2026
Courses cover a range of topics from the introductory through advanced level. Some courses may require prerequisite course work to be completed prior to enrollment. See the course info and registration information for details. to find descriptions of all courses. We offer those that are of the most interest to boaters in this area. Courses and Seminars are offered in one of two methods:
- In Person class- students and teachers in a traditional classroom setting
- Virtual class- Conducted on Zoom with a live instructor who will answer questions
.
Classes are often recorded and available for a short time for student review.
| Start Date | Time | Duration | Location | Cost | Contact | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Marine Navigation Marine Navigation and Advanced Marine Navigation give you the skills you need to get where you’re going using charts and marine electronics as well as a knowledge of winds, currents and tides. | |||||||
| 2026-09-22 | 7:00 pm | 10 Sessions | Virtual Presentation | Members: $100 | Register Patrick J Pearce phone: 508-932-1229 email: | 10 Tuesday sessions 7 to 9 PM starting September 22, 2026. Virtual presentations with live instructors (using Zoom technology ). This is an all new comprehensive course teaching boaters how to use electronic navigation tools. Class features numerous in class exercises that build hands on skills. PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED@ abcnorthshore.org. For more INFORMATION info@abcnorthshore.org OR patrickpearce@comcast.net | |
| America's Boating Course 3rd Ed. America’s Boating Course gives you the basics you need to get out on the water safely, and it meets most state boating education requirements. | Create ABC flyer | ||||||
| 2026-09-16 | 06:30 PM | Virtual | Members: $60 Public: $60 | Richard Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | LIVE VIRTUAL on line 4 class sessions SEP 16; 23; 30 OCT 7 In person exam after last class PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED CONTACT: RICHARD MOORE EMAIL: CHMBRRCK@LIVE.COM TEL: 508-888- 8238 we will send you a registration form | ||
| 2026-09-16 | 06:30 PM | Virtual | Members: $60 Public: $60 | Register Walter J. Riley Iii phone: 978-578-5492 email: | Boating Safety Certificate Course for North Shore Boaters Virtual class with Live Instructors using Zoom Starting September 16 th Four (4) Wednesdays sessions 6:30 to 9 PM Sessions Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7 2026 PLUS In-person PROCTORED EXAM at Jubilee Yacht Club, Beverly date TBD Successful graduates as receive MA Boating Certificate. Pre Registration Required @ abcnorthshore.org More Details @ abcnorthshore.org | ||
| Boat Handling Boat Handling builds your competence and confidence on the water with an in-depth look at the practical boating skills. | |||||||
| 2026-09-15 | 06:30 PM | Virtual Presentation | Members: $90 Public: $90 | Richard G. Moore phone: 508-888-8238 email: | 6 sessions SEP 15; 22; 29 OCT 6; 13; 20 LECTURES WILL BE PRESENTED USING A LIVE ON LINE 'VIRTUAL' CLASS in person hands on session OCT 27 (chapter 6) | ||
For classroom educational offerings elsewhere in New England, check out the appropriate District web site:
- District 1 — Connecticut and western Rhode Island.
- District 19 — Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire.