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# Powerboat Instructor Programs
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### Powerboat Instructor Programs
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**US Powerboating Instructor Courses*****All links redirect to US Powerboating.com.*** **Please note that successful completion of the corresponding student level course is a prerequisite for all US Powerboating Instructor level courses.**
### Safe Powerboat Handling Instructor
An intensive 3-day course for advanced powerboat operators who will operate boats 26 feet and under, instructor candidates will learn the fundamentals of on-the-water instruction. Candidates must successfully demonstrate superior presentation, teaching, and powerboat operation skills in order to complete this course.
### Safety & Rescue Boat Handling Instructor
This hands-on, on-the-water course is for anyone who will be using powerboats to perform safety and rescue functions. It is designed for regatta personnel, marine patrols, police and fire rescue personnel, park rangers, and on-the-water sailing instructors and coaches
### Mark Set Boat Handling Instructor
The Mark Set Boat Handling Instructor Course prepares the Safe Powerboat Handling Instructor to teach the Student level Mark Set Boat Handling Certification Course.  The course is offered as a one-and-one course.  The actual instructor course is a one day, 10-hour course.  It is typically preceded by a one-day student level MSBH course to help potential candidates meet the prerequisite. This course is taught by US Powerboating Mark Set Boat Handling Instructor Trainers.
### Cruising Powerboat Instructor
This is a three-day evaluative course for experienced boat operators.  Most of the time will be spent on the water demonstrating and critiquing boathandling maneuvers and demonstrating and discussing teaching techniques applicable to single and twin-screw cruising powerboats.
### Powerboat Instructor Trainer Programs
US Powerboating Instructor Trainers represent the highest level of experience in the field of powerboat training. Acceptance into Trainer Level courses is done through a resume and application process only.
Instructor Trainer Courses frequency varies- some courses are held annually while others are only held every few years. For Cruising Powerboat Instructor Trainers, there is no course but rather a co-teach with a senior Instructor Trainer.
**\*\*\*Candidates must be a minimum of 24 years old and hold a current instructor certification for the level they’re seeking to be a Trainer.\*\*\***
### U.S. Coast Guard Captain's License Training
US Sailing is pleased to partner with  to provide US Sailing members with access to U.S. Coast Guard Approved Captain’s Licensing Courses and Exams Online, Virtual FCC Tests, and a variety of other industry-leading maritime training programs.!!
US Sailing members receive a 10% discount on registration in Mariners Learning System’s educational resources and training opportunities. Members can access their Mariners Learning System discount, along with a host of other benefits and discounts on gear, publications, and events, by logging into  to access your benefit.
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# Adult Sailing
## Learn to Sail with US Sailing
### Whether you’re a first-time sailor or an experienced instructor... We have an educational opportunity for everyone...
Part of US Sailing’s vision is to introduce as many people as possible to this great sport. We want to make sure you’re learning in a safe, fun, high-quality environment…because if you’re a well-trained, competent sailor you’ll love sailing as much as we do.
**US Sailing provides education and instruction in four separate areas: Small Boat (i.e. day sailing), Keelboat, Powerboat and Windsurfing.** Learn more about the different programs offered by US Sailing schools and instructors. We’ll help you decide what kind of boat you want to learn on and find a course to take – and we’ve written the books ourselves to make sure they’re the best around.
## Sailing Certification Courses
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Have you ever dreamed of sailing to an exotic destination?  Perhaps you are looking for a sport to do with your family or better yet, it is on your bucket list.  Whatever the reason, sailing is easy to learn and unlike some other sports, it is something you can do throughout your lifetime.
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## First Sail
### Interested in learning how to sail, but not sure if you are ready for a full commitment?
Sailing is the perfect activity for anyone who enjoys water sports and outdoor recreation. Sailing can be exciting or relaxing. You can compete in racing or take a leisurely sail with family and friends. Regardless of age, ability or limitation, sailing has something for everyone.
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## Adaptive Sailing
### Access to the sport of sailing for all
Sailing is a sport of freedom –of the wind, water, body and spirit. Our Adaptive Sailing resources, courses, and events are designed to share the freedom of sailing with people with disabilities. Looking to incorporate an adaptive program at your organization? Looking to connect with disabled sailors or find a place to sail? US Sailing is here to support you.
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### Be prepared for uncertain and trying at sea scenariossafety at seasafety at sea
The four types of SAS courses offered are designed for sailors of all types and levels — cruisers and racers, novices and experts and will prepare you for unsafe conditions and at sea challenges.
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### Adult Sailing
# Adaptive Sailing
## Welcome to US Sailing’s home for adaptive sailing
### Adaptive sailing refers to programs that provide unrestricted access to the water and experiential sailing for persons with disabilities.
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There are many advantages to establishing an adaptive sailing program at your sailing club or organization, such as;
* Enhancing your US Sailing Small Boat Level I and US Sailing Basic Keelboat certifications with endorsements
* Making sailing a more accessible sport
* Growing your adaptive sailing program
 US Sailing has resources to help you as you learn more about:  facility requirements, equipment adaptations,  staff training tips, recruitment, resources, and funding.
If you have specific questions regarding program development, please contact adaptive@ussailing.org.
Use theo guide you as you develop an adaptive sailing program or expand upon an existing one.
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Are you looking to get involved instructing sailors with disabilities? Then the Adaptive Instructor Course is for you.  In order to receive the Adaptive Instructor Endorsement, you must be a current US Sailing Small Boat Level 1 Instructor or Basic Keelboat Instructor. Check the event calendar below to find a scheduled Adaptive Sailing Instructors Course. If you can't find one and have six Instructors interested, please contact adaptive@ussailing.org and we can schedule a course at your club.
Para-Classification is a process that quantifies a sailor's level of disability. Para-Classification ratings for sailing range from 1 (Severely Disabled) to 7 (Minimally Disabled). It establishes their eligibility to compete in certain major events like national and world championships including the Para World Sailing Championships. In the United States, not all events require Para-Classification to participate. Opportunities to get classified are offered throughout the year.
Find a great place to sail, learn about adaptive programs, and nominate a sailor for the **Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy** or a program for the **Robie Pierce Award**; both are the highest awards presented by the Para Sailing Committee.
If you would like to host an Adaptive Course or post an event, contact: adaptive@ussailing.org
**Creating Inclusive Environments for Athletes with Disabilities - U.S. Center for SafeSport Podcast Series**
The U.S. Center for SafeSport is a nonprofit dedicated to ending abuse in sport. Whether you are a parent, coach, or athlete, the Center's monthly podcasts include valuable information that fits your needs. ****
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