The Squadron Boating Course is a traditional civic service of the United States Power Squadrons organization.  Since 1914 local squadrons have presented the course to anyone who wished to attend - to date more than 3 million people.  Learning to boat safely is important and the increased knowledge will enhance your safety on the water and your enjoyment of the sport.

The Squadron Boating Course is designed to be useful to all boaters, from the fisherman in an outboard to the skipper of a large cruiser or sailboat.  All boaters are subject to nautical rules and regulations.  Skippers should learn and respect traditional boating courtesies.  The course is meant to be of interest to the entire family; older children are welcome.  We encourage your family to attend as a group.

The Squadron Boating Course contains sixteen sections.  There are homework questions at the end of each section to assist retention of the information presented.

Although other shorter courses are available from USPS, only the Squadron Boating Course fully complies with Puerto Rico's regulations to grant the Navigation License and is the only one being taught at the present moment.