Manatee Sail & Power Squadron, Inc., a unit of the United States Power Squadrons, Inc®, is a local, non-profit organization dedicated to safe boating, education, and service to the community. Our squadron serves Manatee County and southern Hillsborough County. Members include all ages, retired and employed, full-time and part-time Florida residents, boaters and boating enthusiasts alike. Our members have one thing in common, they all like to have fun! Palmetto, Florida

America's Boating Club® - Marco Island (also known as Marco Island Sail and Power Squadron) is an educational and social organization promoting boating and watercraft skills, safety and fun: Nationally recognized boating courses taught on Marco Island; Free vessel safety checks; Public service surveys of our waterway navigation aids; Group boat trips and raft ups; Monthly dinner meetings with guest speakers and other regular social events; Boating area: Gulf of Mexico and coastal waters of Southwest Florida. Marco Island, Florida

United States Coast Guard Captain's License and Master's Degree Courses. In classroom training on weekends for USCG captain's license and USCG Masters License upgrade. We offer the USCG Captains License class at Toms River, New Jersey; Tybee Island, Georgia; Coconut Grove, Miami and Watson Island Miami, Florida

Courses are available for all levels of USCG Licenses, Documents & Endorsements. MPT's training programs are designed to meet all of the International Standards of Training & Certification of Watchkeepers (STCW) Code requirements & are offered year round. MPT is the most complete full service private maritime school in the country and has been training mariners since 1983! MPT offers all levels of certification, license and document study programs, many of these offer in-school testing and are USCG Approved and recognized by many foreign administrations. Our training programs are designed to meet and exceed IMO standards and are STCW Compliant. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The Foundation's programs and policies seek to support both serious competitors and recreational sailors at all skill levels in local waters and beyond. We offer a Youth Sailing Program, a Teen Sailing Program, and an Adult Sailing Program. Miami, Florida

We are a sailing academy and sailing charter based in Bluewater Bay, Niceville, on Florida's Emerald Coast. Whether you have a week or only an afternoon, if you're completely new to sailing or want to increase your sailing knowledge and ability, we have a class that will fit your schedule and your experience. Our charters are the perfect way to enjoy the beautiful waters while on vacation in Destin - sunset cruises are a favorite, as are wedding parties. Niceville, Florida

The Naples Community Sailing Center (NCSC) is a community-based not for profit (501(c)(3) organization that has been educating area youth and adults in the sport of sailing since 1991. The Mission of the Naples Community Sailing Center is to organize, promote and develop a family and community based program of safe recreational and competitive sailing for the moral and physical development and enjoyment of area youth and adults. It is the goal of NCSC to instill self confidence, encourage responsibility, and promote the development of integrity and sportsmanship. Naples, Florida

We are the premier boating school serving Southwest Florida including Naples, Fort Myers and Marco Island. We specialize in providing on-water training for new and inexperienced boaters, and those who want to enhance their existing skills. Our step-by-step training program combined with one-on-one coaching will help you become the confident skipper you've always wanted to be. We provide on-water training aboard powerboats up to 50 feet in length. Our comprehensive program covers everything you need to know including docking, anchoring, piloting, navigation, GPS, weather, mechanical and electrical systems, safety, and much more. Naples, Florida

We are boaters committed to safe boating! As a group of people who enjoy boating, together we make up the Palm Beach Sail & Power Squadron. Our members who come from the West Palm Beach and surrounding area (Boca Raton to Hobe Sound) come from different backgrounds and represent all walks of life. We are volunteer men, women and children dedicated to promoting safe boating through education, community service and social activities. We offer boating instruction to the public and advanced courses to our members. We have fun at our meetings and the events we partake in, and and most of all; especially our time on the water! Lake Park, Florida

We are your friends and neighbors of Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, Florida and surrounding areas, who belong to this organization that is dedicated to teaching the proper and safe way to operate and enjoy your sail or power boat. Throughout the year, we teach advanced and elective courses for our members. A member can progress from basic boating knowledge to advanced navigation through the comprehensive courses offered. Members can also take courses in marine electronics, sail, engine maintenance, cruise planning, weather, and many other specialty interests. Punta Gorda, Florida

The Pensacola Sail and Power Squadron (PSPS) is Pensacola's Boating Club. With activities focused on boating that is safe, smart and fun, PSPS members have access to some of the best resources available to recreational boaters. Whether you own a sailboat, a houseboat, a cruiser, a fishing boat, a ski boat, a pontoon boat or a personal watercraft, PSPS can enhance your boating experience. We offer free vessel safety inspections, introductory boating safety courses and an extensive curriculum of boating education courses. In addition, PSPS members hold monthly and annual social events. Finally, an active social calendar rounds out the activities available for having fun sharing times with others who love to boat. Pensacola, Florida

Pompano Beach Power Squadron prides itself in being on the first wave of boating education. Since becoming a unit of the United States Power Squadron in 1958, our goal has been to educate the public on safe boating. America’s Boating Course is the mainstay of our existence. It is a traditional civic service of the United States Power Squadron organization. For more than 100 years, we have provided boaters with unsurpassed education on the water, in the classroom and online. Our educational opportunities go beyond the basics to help you and your family be the best boaters you can be. USPS members enjoy many affordable and comprehensive programs that increase their boating knowledge and skills, have more fun, and connect with fellow boaters through a variety of educational and social activities. Pompano Beach, Florida

We provide the Fort Lauderdale yacht crew training courses you require for MCA compliance and which are widely accepted for the private and commercial operations of both power & sailing yachts up to 3000 gross tons. The accreditation is widely recognized by all major yacht regulatory bureaus, insurance companies, as well as charter & management agencies. Since its founding in Durban, South Africa, in the year 2000, PYT has established an enviable reputation and we are delighted to now be able to bring our special approach to the US and offer selected courses in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Since opening, we've become the premier provider of professional maritime training in central and north Florida. QMT offers a comprehensive variety of U.S. Coast Guard approved and STCW training courses and programs. We provide our students with the highest-quality education available through guidance, hands-on learning environments, and instructor accessibility; everything needed to become skilled, proficient and safe mariners. From STCW Basic Safety Training to Bridge Resource Management, or Master/Mate 500/1600 Tons to Third Mate Any Gross Tons, our courses are specifically designed to equip every student with an intimate knowledge of materials – backed by the years of training and experience of our instructors. Jacksonville and Tampa, Florida

Reef Runner Sailing, established in 1999, is a multiple ASA "Outstanding School" winner and has locations in Panama City and Key Largo, Florida. We offer sailing instruction for the beginning to experienced sailor. Our sailing classes consist of a proven and successful curriculum for teaching the fundamentals or advancing your hard earned skills. Panama City and Key Largo, Florida

Sail Libra, where Offshore Sailing and Bluewater Sailing Adventures begin! Our passion is Bluewater Sailing and Offshore Sailing Instruction. Our mission is to share that passion with as many people as we can, building skilled and knowledgeable sailors along the way. Whatever your background or experience may be, an Offshore Sailing Passage with Libra will take you to the next level in your development as a sailor. New to sailing, Not sure its for you? No problem, we love wearing the green off and promise you won’t be showing your horns by the time we make landfall! Be advised, we do not take passengers, we train sailors, be ready to fill a crew spot from the time we leave the dock and be ready to work and learn! Pensacola, Florida

The purpose of Sailing Singles of South Florida is to bring together single adults who sail or wish to do so, so that members can meet others with similar interests, participate in sailing activities, share information about sailing, and learn safe boating practices. We sail in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Sailing Singles of South Florida (SSSF) is the place to make new friends to crew for your boat, sail on other members' sail boats, or just learn to sail. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Welcome to SailLaser, the premier sailing school and water sports center with locations worldwide. SailLaser is operated by LaserPerformance, the producer of market-leading sailboats such as Laser, Sunfish, Pico and SB3. Our aim is to provide increased access to sailboats, sailing lessons and other water sports, regardless of an individual's age, gender, physical ability or economic status. We operate at some of the best sailing sites in the world, and hire the most qualified sailing instructors teaching with the best sailboats and equipment. Locations in Berlin, Germany - Hong Kong - Miami, Florida - Motherwell, Scotland - St. Petersburg, Florida - Portland, Dorset, United Kingdom

Organized in 1914, United States Power Squadrons is a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to making boating safer and more enjoyable by teaching classes in seamanship, navigation and related subjects. We serve boaters who live and boat in southern Lee County, Florida. Including: Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel, Bonita Springs and Fort Myers Beach. In addition to providing fun events for our members, we strive to educate all boaters in our area through our public classes. Lee County, Florida

Learning to sail has been the dream of many people. Sara-bay Sailing School, an affiliate of the American Sailing Association (ASA), is offering sailing classes on the Gulf Coast, Sarasota - Bradenton area. Classes are geared to the adult student with no previous sailing experience, and to the more experienced sailor looking for ASA certification. We also offer Sailboat Rental and Captained Charters. Sarasota, Florida

We all share interests in sail & power boating to further the principles of safety on the water, community service, and life-long friendships. As a unit of the United States Power Squadrons, we are one of the largest with over 350 members. Our recently expanded and renovated Education Building is the center of our teaching efforts for all courses - to include the Boat Safety classes for the public and advanced and elective marine courses for members. Our on-the-water activities include cruises, rendezvous, navigation contests, raftings and more. Activities ashore include weekly luncheons, parties, picnics, and marine programs. Sarasota, Florida

Sarasota Youth Sailing is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that provides sailing instruction and coaching for all youth sailors. We are a year round program with options for everyone. We have learn to sail summer camps for ages 5-18 with half day and full day options. We also have additional learn to sail classes in the fall in spring that take place on Sundays. In addition to our learn to sail programs, we also have year round race teams for ages 8-18. Our sailors race in Optimists, O'Pen Bics, Lasers, 420s and Multihulls. Sarasota, Florida

Sea School offers U.S. Coast Guard approved maritime training and is considered to be the premier maritime training school in the country. We have been in business for over 42 years with convenient locations along the Eastern Seaboard, Gulf Coast and the Caribbean. Our Coast Guard approved instructors are the best in the industry. Whether you're new to the maritime world or an "Old Salt", Sea School has you covered. Locations in New York, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and Ohio

Seacamp is a non-profit, marine science education facility located on Big Pine Key in the tropical Florida Keys adjacent to Looe Key and Florida's fragile coral reefs. Founded in 1966, Seacamp offers marine science education and summer camp experiences including SCUBA, sailing, board sailing, and arts & crafts to students from 12-17 years of age. Seacamp is the result of a cooperative effort of parents, scientists, businessmen, camp leaders and others dedicated to the education of youth in marine science. Big Pine Key, Florida

SEACAMP San Diego is a marine science camp for kids and teens offering a range of programs to students throughout the school year and summer. Since 1987 it has been our goal to supplement traditional marine biology classroom study by providing hands-on education programs for students of all ages. Our programs combine hands-on labs and workshops with interactive field activities, such as snorkeling, boat trip, kayaking and boogie boarding. Marine science is a multidisciplinary field therefore SEACAMP San Diego covers a wide variety of subjects during our programs including marine ecology, physical oceanography and marine biology, ranging from the largest marine mammals to the smallest plankton. San Diego, California

Sebastian Inlet Sail & Power Squadron was chartered 8 November 2003 and is the newest chartered squadron of the 13 squadrons which form District 8. We currently provide: Safe Boating Courses to the community; FREE boating education to the youth of our area through our grant program; Courtesy Vessel Exams through our Vessel Safety Check Program; Assist NOAA with the correction of charts through our Cooperative Charting Program. The only requirements for membership are a keen interest in boating related activities, an eagerness to meet like minded people and successful completion of an approved boating course. Sebastian, Florida

Set your course and study abroad by spending a semester at sea exploring the world. Along the way, earn college credits and work toward professional certifications in sailing and scuba diving in some of the world's most incredible destinations. Sea|mester offers unique Caribbean and Global educational adventures at sea with a wide range of college accredited courses on seamanship, marine biology, oceanography, sailing, scuba diving and student leadership. Sea|mester students spend their entire semester at sea, living aboard one of our traditionally rigged schooners, S/Y Ocean Star or S/Y Argo, while sailing from island to island, country to country or continent to continent in a wide variety of different global locations. Sarasota, Florida

Have you ever dreamed of a career that would take you across the Seven Seas and beyond? Imagine getting paid, with no living expenses and meeting people from all over the World! With the right attitude, some basic skills and just a few weeks of training, you can be ready for a career at sea. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of maritime training to give crew the specific knowledge required prior to assuming shipboard duties. Orlando, Florida

A community watersports center offering sailing instruction, a racing program, recreational sailing, equipment rentals, kayaking, a youth program and more. With a series of programs offered seven days a week year-round, Shake-A-Leg Miami provides a number of opportunities for children, youth, and adults with or without physical or mental challenges to experience the beauty of Miami’s gem that is Biscayne Bay. Shake-A-Leg Miami is a not-for-profit organization working with children & adults with physical, developmental, and economic challenges in a marine environment, utilizing South Florida’s marine setting to teach environmental lessons, therapeutic sailing, swimming, & kayaking, among other watersports activities. Miami, Florida

SmarterSail operates our American Sailing Association (ASA) affiliated sailing school at all our locations. Our ASA certified instructors help you improve your skills ensuring that your sailing is safe and enjoyable. We customize our classes for individuals, couples, and entire families to complement your schedule. We also offer sailboat charters. St. Petersburg, Florida

We specialize in individualized, custom training tailored to the student's specialized needs and learning curve. Our courses have taught over 15,000 students to sail. We tailor the curriculum to your individual learning curve. Jacksonville, Florida

Southernmost Sailing School offers various packages to meet your needs. All our classes have a 3 person maximum in order to ensure personal attention to get the most out of your class. If you prefer to learn on your own, we also offer private lessons. All our courses offer a sailing orientation and each you how to navigate the waters of the Florida Keys. Our boats are Pet Friendly, so bring your best friend along for the trip. Key West, Florida

Florida Yacht Brokerage, Charters, and School. Sailboat and Power Yachts both Bareboat and Crewed in Southwest Florida. Sailboat Trawlers and Powerboat charters in Florida are the perfect ways to explore the Islands of the Gulf Coast of Florida! We have a great line of Grand Banks and Krogen Yachts for charter. SW Florida Yacht Charters also has a great selection of Sailboats and Powerboats so you will be able to find the size and type of vessel that meets your cruising needs. Also offering yachts for sale. A Full Service Yacht Brokerage Sailboats and Powerboats For Sale. The Florida Sailing & Cruising School is one of the oldest American Sailing Association (ASA) Schools in the country. We also pioneered the development of hands-on trawler and motor yacht training in the late 1980's. Our programs are top notch and our instructors are skilled US Coast Guard licensed captains as well as excellent teachers. In addition, our beautiful cruising grounds provide the perfect backdrop for our live-aboard, Learn-To-Cruise courses. Cape Coral, Florida

The primary objective of the Space Coast Sailing Education Foundation (SCSEF) is to benefit the residents of the Space Coast by educating the public about sailing, and by offering deserving individuals, including disadvantaged youths, veterans, and the disabled, the opportunity to learn the sport. Specific activities include offering scholarships to allow underprivileged youth to enroll in youth sailing education courses, and arranging events to allow residents to have the opportunity to experience sailing. Melbourne, Florida

Spirit of America offers a unique, safe and comprehensive water-based educational and recreational program, the Spirit of America Foundation instills confidence and fosters the Spirit of teamwork in our nations youth. Our underlying goals include developing self-esteem while nurturing responsible behavior and positive, lifelong ambitions. We have been in the business of providing a SAFE and educational introduction to our Country's young people, their families and their communities, to all types of water based recreational activities in one of the most diverse "hands-on" Classrooms in America since 1995. Locations in Ohio, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Hawaii, Virginia, District of Columbia, and Tennessee.

We are St. Augustine's Sailing Connection! We've been teaching Sailing for decades from St. Augustine's premier marina and we're a certified American Sailing Association Training Facility. Our well-maintained fleet of sailboats from 19 to 41 feet is here at the docks by our harbor-front office. Our Captains/Instructors are certified by the American Sailing Association and are USCG licensed... you'll find us to be a Friendly, Supportive Staff of Fellow Sailors! We also offer captained and bareboat charters. St. Augustine, Florida

Welcome to the St. Lucie River Power Squadron. We are America's Boating Club. We are a social, civic and educational organization located in the Stuart Florida area dedicated to promoting and teaching safe recreational boating. We offer public boating courses, seminars, a wide range of advanced education, free vessel safety checks and other member benefits. Stuart, Florida

The St. Petersburg Sail & Power Squadron, serving the Tampa Bay, Pinellas County, St. Petersburg, Florida area, is in District 22 of America's Boating Club (a.k.a the United States Power Squadrons). Our members promote nautical safety by participating in a variety of enjoyable activities. We have over 300 members from St. Petersburg and the surrounding communities who are actively involved in sail and power boating. Our membership is made up of individuals from all walks of life and backgrounds who share a love of boating. Members participate and volunteer on a variety of committees and programs and teach educational courses to help promote boating safety. One does not need to own a boat to become a member and to participate in these activities. We offer FREE Safe Boating Instruction with a nominal charge for course materials. Courses are offered to help promote awareness of the safe operation of your boat. These courses for Squadron members include Seamanship, Piloting, Navigation, Marine Electronics, Engine Maintenance, Weather, Sailing and much more! In addition to monthly meetings which offer interesting programs, we also participate in monthly weekend cruises, luncheons, and covered dish dinners. A variety of other social events are held throughout the year as well. St. Petersburg, Florida

The St. Petersburg Sailing Center has been home to novice sailors and expert racers since the early 1940's. Community memberships are available to those who live in the Tampa Bay Area. The St. Petersburg Sailing Center is one of the most active sailing facilities in the United States. Operated by the St. Petersburg Yacht Club, the Center is host to numerous regional and national regattas, sailing classes, adaptive sailing, summer camps, youth racing teams, and community sailing memberships open to residents of the Tampa Bay area. St. Petersburg, Florida

Come Sail with us in the Beautiful Emerald Green waters of Panama City Florida "The Worlds Most Beautiful Beaches". Stem to Stern Sailing School offers ASA 101, 103, 104 and 114 Sailing Classes. All of our sailing classes are endorsed by the world’s leading authority on sailing instruction … the American Sailing Association (ASA). Our Sailing school is affordable, unpretentious, and most of all FUN for the whole family. We offer Charters of all kind including; Wedding Ceremonies, Special Occasions, Sunset Cruises etc… Enjoy a relaxed Charter on one of our many Sailing Vessels such as a Shell Island Shore Excursion, a Dolphin and Snorkel Tour or any Special Occasion or function and learn a little about sailing while you have fun! Panama City, Florida

Sunshine Coast Adventures is a Key Largo, Florida Keys sailing school specializing in ASA adventure sailing programs for youth, women, couples and anyone seeking a sailing vacation! Learn to sail while enjoying a fantastic sailing vacation combined with practicing new sailing skills! As an American Sailing Association (ASA) affiliate sailing school, we provide sailing instruction from basic sailing to bareboat chartering to advanced cruising and coastal navigation. Courses can be taken individually or combined into a weeklong live-aboard adventure cruise vacation. Key Largo, Florida

Offers Boating Courses. Five advanced grade courses and six elective courses are offered by USPS through the local squadrons. Though the advanced grade courses are designed to be taken in sequence because each builds on skills taught in the previous course, it is not a requirement. The elective courses are designed to be taken in any order, the instructor development class is intended only for USPS members who wish to become instructors. Tampa Power Squadron hosts or is a participant in numerous social events during the year. Among these activities are our numerous dinner meetings, dinner socials, annual pizza party and of course the Christmas party. Tampa, Florida

The Captain School has a proven method of instruction and has graduated over 5,000 students to date from our program allowing mariners to apply for a Captain's License or what is now called USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential. We give the test. Course offerings include: OUPV, Master, Upgrade to Master, Sailing, Towing, STCW Basic Safety Training, Crowd Control, Crisis Management and Security Officer-Vessel, Company, and Port Facility. Cape Coral, Florida

Learning to sail at our certified ASA sailing facility gives sailors of all experience levels an opportunity to become more competent and confident in their abilities. If you choose to venture beyond the sailing basics, we'll expand your horizons by teaching you to navigate with electronics and with the stars. With our sailing instruction, become certified at advanced or offshore levels and the world’s oceans will become your highways and by-ways. You can learn everything about sailing or select the things that interest you the most. Call us to get started! Bareboat charters are available for qualified members. Jacksonville, Florida

Focused on Couples, our Five Step Plan to Your Dream offers a path that can take you from "wondering if we can do this" to having successful and rewarding cruising experience on your own boat, minimizing the drama and maximizing the dream along the way. As Two Can Sail, we can help both of you on each of the Five Steps, meeting the needs of novice and experienced sailors alike. Our Sample the Life Style and Try A Cat catamaran sailings allow you to learn while enjoying sailing between islands plus time to; dinghy about, swim, snorkel, walk on a secluded beach, or just lie on the deck at night star gazing far away from the city lights. Punta Gorda, Florida

U-SAIL offers structured sailing lessons to the Central Florida area and Florida vacationing patrons. Services provided include basic sailing lessons for small boat and keelboat, plus offer basic coastal cruising course and coastal navigation. All classes are taught by United States Coast Guard captains and certified instructors with a combined 50+ years of sailing experience. Sanford, Florida

The US SAILING Center : Martin County (USSCMC) is a community sailing center offering recreational, competitive and learn-to-sail opportunities for youth and adults of all ages. Membership and lessons are available. USSCMC is one of only three Community Sailing Centers in the United States sanctioned by the US SAILING Association - the national governing body of the sport of sailing. Jensen Beach, Florida

It is the mission of the US Sailing Center to provide a permanent site and facilities for the training of Olympic sailors and the racing of National and International sailboat classes, and to promote the sport of competitive sailing. Children and adult residents of the City of Miami are encouraged to utilize the facility for their competitive sailing. Built specifically for competitive sailing, our two-story facility is located on approximately two acres of waterfront property on Biscayne Bay. To launch boats, the Schoonmaker Center has two three-ton hoists for launching and hauling all larger watercraft. Additionally, two large ramps are available for launching smaller sailboats, windsurfers, paddle board or kayaks. The facility is available to the residents of Miami and the public for a nominal fee. Miami, Florida

USCG NMC STCW Approved Courses Mariner Training. The training for mariners allows them to handle any type situation in both domestic and in international waters in accordance with the Standard for Training Certification, and Watchkeeping. This is implemented by the U.S. Coast Guard in order to ensure that U.S. Merchant Mariners have the skills & abilities to serve aboard seagoing vessels. This is in compliance with STCW (International Conventions on Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers). Also offering: 1. Basic Fire Fighting, 2. Boating Safety, 3. First Aid/CPR/AED, 4. Hazardous Materials Regulations, 5. Medical Care Person in Charge, 6. Medical Care Provider, 7. Train the Trainer, 8. Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, 9. Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques , 10. Basic Training Revalidation 11. STCW 5 Day Training. Locations in Lake Worth, Florida and Floral Park, New York.

Located on Florida's west coast, Venice is a vibrant town on the Gulf of Mexico, filled with historic charm, natural beauty, and independently owned shops and restaurants. Venice is an island community offering excellent boating opportunities along its many canals and easy access to the Gulf of Mexico. The Venice Sail and Power Squadron(VSPS) was chartered on November 10, 1958 as a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®, a non-profit organization, dedicated to boating safety. We have 100 members who are interested in boating activities and education. We hold regular monthly membership meetings and cruises, as well as teaching the United States Power Squadrons® America's Boating course. Our members are able to further their education by enrolling in a variety of classes, taught by experienced and skillful boaters. Venice, Florida