Ages: 12+ prior to the start date

Prerequisites: Completion of a Safe Boating Course, competent swimmer

Students, please take the helm! DBMS is excited to offer a brand new and expanded on-water only boater’s education course this summer. You must have a Junior Operator’s License to register for this class.  During this two day class students will spend a total of 8 hours on the water and at the wheel with USCG certified Captains. Modeled after “Driver’s Education,” our Captains will instruct while your student navigates Duxbury Bay and Plymouth Harbor. Covered topics include safety, navigation, boat handling, docking, anchoring, and advanced maneuvers. All our instructor Captains have years of experience on small and large vessels. If you’re looking for the highest level of instruction and an invaluable opportunity for your 12-17 year old, this is the class to sign up for. 

Ages: 12+ prior to the start date

Prerequisites: None

Are you looking to gain some private on water powerboating experience? Welcome aboard our instruction vessel! Please book a lesson in this section if you require use of a DBMS vessel for your lesson. All of our instructors are U.S. Coast Guard licensed captains and ready to help you master the ocean.  All of our private lessons are custom tailered to your needs wether you're a beginner or intermediate powerboater. In our lessons we cover safety, navigation, and general to advanced knowledge of recreational maritime navigation. Both adults and chilidren aged 12+ are welcomed to sign up. Don't see a time that works for you, please reach out to Preston@dbms.org to book.

Ages: 12+ prior to the start date

Prerequisites: None

Are you looking for a private lesson on your own boat? We welcome all boat owners who have a Duxbury mooring, Bayside rack service, or trailered boat to book a private lesson in this section. All of our instructors are U.S. Coast Guard licensed captains and ready to help you master the ocean. All of our private lessons are custom tailered to your needs wether you're a beginner or intermediate powerboater. In our lessons we cover safety, navigation, and general to advanced knowledge of recreational maritime navigation. Both adults and chilidren aged 12+ are welcomed to sign up. Don't see a lesson time that works? Reach out to Preston@dbms.org to schedule.

Ages: 12+ prior to the start date

Prerequisites: None

*ATTENTION MASS BOATERS!* Massachusetts law now requires for all boaters to hold an approved Safe Boating License. This one-day classroom course is NASBLA and Massachusetts Environmental Police approved. Taught by our friends from Boatwise, you'll learn about essential boating laws, safety equipment, navigation rules, and emergency procedures. Upon passing the exam, you’ll receive your official Massachusetts boating certificate. This course is for ages 12+ and taught on DBMS campus.