Southeastern New England - District 34

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Boating Classes, Courses & Educational Seminars in MA

Education Information

America's Boating Club - Southeastern New England clubs/squadrons conduct classes and seminars throughout the year, for both members and the general public. We cover eastern Massachusetts including Cape Cod and Rhode Island. Unless otherwise noted, Pre-registration is required to allow for course materials to be ordered.

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, boat maintenance in the classroom, online, and on the water.

Choose from any full course or seminar that interests you. Courses are comprehensive, in-depth and usually require 12–16 hours over 6–10 weeks. Seminars are focused 2-hour workshops on a variety of boating subjects.

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America’s Boating Club Seminars

As of June 3rd, 2026

Seminars are single session classes targeted at specific topics. to find descriptions of all seminars. 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.

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America’s Boating Club Courses

As of June 3rd, 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:

Start DateTimeDurationLocationCostContactNotes
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
 2026-06-2808:00 AMPoint Independence Yacht Club
15 Independence Ln
Onset, MA		Members: $60
Public:  $60
John Grasso
phone: 508-331-4298
email: 		This is a one day course.
Lunch will be available.

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