Boating & Water Safety Class information

Water Safety / Swimming Classes:

WCYC has been sponsoring accredited swimming lessons since 1968. Over that time, more than 4000 swimmer sessions have been taught. Lessons are offered each July to children 5 years of age and older and are offered at no charge.

These classes cover basic skills for safely being in and enjoying our lakes. Parents who register their children do not need to be club members.



The dates for Water Safety/Swim Classes in 2027 will be:

Session I July 5 – 9

Session II July 12 - 16

Session III July 19 - 23

Registration will open the first week in June (likely June 3).
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Boating Safety Classes

Youth Boating / Youth Operator Permit
Minnesota law requires youths ages 12 - 17 to have either a Minnesota Watercraft Operator's Permit or a similar certification from their home state.

WCYC sponsors these classes presented by the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Water Patrol. They teach the basics of safe boat operation and the students complete the state exam themselves. Each session is followed by lunch (pizza of course - it's at Zorbaz!) and allows for on-the-water training supervised by the instructors. Participants do not need to be club members (or children of members) to register.

2027 class dates are tentatively scheduled for Wednesdays June 9 and July 14.

Registration will open May 14.
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Boating Safety Instruction Classes for Women (aka 'Women at the Helm')
These free boating basics and safety classes, co-sponsored by Bertha Boatworks, are designed for those not generally at the helm or are new to operating their own boat. Participants learn how to start and stop their vessel, how to dock it, and basic handling principals. Also included are descriptions of what causes boating mishaps and how to minimize them, how to handle emergencies if you need to take over, what equipment should be on board, and common boating jargon.

2027 class dates are tentatively scheduled for Thursday June 10 and Friday July 16.
Registration will open May 14.

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