Instructors, Coaches, and Race Support Boat Operators, in their duties, exercise precision powerboat skills and a thorough knowledge of how to  assist sailors and sailboats. To meet these demands, US SAILING provides a three phase, hands-on training program. Similar to US SAILING's highly successful centerboard/small keelboat program, learn-to courses are conducted by local activities using certified instructors and  US SAILING certification standards. Instructor courses are conducted by US SAILING. 

• Safe Powerboat Handling - On-the-water training  by certified US SAILING Powerboat Instructors and hosted by  facilities throughout the United States.  A flexible, entry-level course for  youth and adults.  May be structured as a precision boathandling course to meet the prerequisite requirements of the Safety Rescue and Support Boat Operators course.
  
• Safety, Rescue, and Support Boat Handling - On-the-water, precision, powerboat maneuvering techniques;  towing, sailboat rescue procedures  and race support roles. 
  
• US SAILING Powerboat Instructor -  Conducted by US SAILING, this hands-on course is conducted by certified US SAILING Instructor Trainers. Extensive powerboat skill required.  USCG license encouraged.
   
• Current Courses - For currently scheduled Safe Powerboat Handling and Safety Rescue and Support Courses select the preceding link or go to the US SAILING Calendar. 
   
• For schools offering US SAILING Powerboat training go to the Where To Learn  page.
   
• Need an Instructor to teach a course? Find a certified Powerboat Instructor near you.
   
• Visit our online powerboat education site, with exams, knot tying animations and stop motion maneuvers.