Central Florida Boating Association

08/20/2026

Check it out…

Join us for a free, live Boat on Course training session featuring Captain Alan Dennison. The session will focus on Rule 8: Action to Avoid Collision, with practical guidance to help boaters better understand the Rules of the Road and make safer decisions on the water.

Join us online Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM EDT.

Whether you’re brushing up on your knowledge or building your boating skills, this is a great opportunity to learn directly from an experienced captain.

Register here: https://boatoncourse.com/training-sessions/

Know the rules. Boat with confidence.

The Qualified Captain |

08/20/2026

Throwback to I think ’94 when my sister and I were getting ready to tube on the Tennessee River in North Alabama. Remember to always wear a USCG approved life jacket when tubing and skiing. While that orange type 2 jacket you see me wearing can save your life and keep you legal, a type 3, water-sport specific jacket is often most appropriate and comfortable. Happy Boating - Captain Mike

08/07/2026

Alfonso and his family learned lots today on the boat. Here is a video of us practicing docking. Learn more at CFLboating.org

07/28/2026

Click the link in the comments to see all we cover in our hands on power boat training. Ages 14+ welcome 😀

07/23/2026

07/22/2026

Learn to boat and dock like a pro right here in Orlando. Have your own boat? We can come to you or train on our 20ft deck boat. Check out the website link in the comments.

07/17/2026

Ever wondered how to "Ferry Glide" your boat into a tight spot using the wind or current? Imagine a spot on a dock with a boat forward of your bow and another boat to your stern and you have to squeeze in.

Here is a good example. See Youtube video link in comments.

07/01/2026

If you’ve ever taken a lesson with Captain Mike or Captain Dan, you have heard us say a handful of phrases repeatedly.

Sooo…we are creating a shirt that will help you remember all of our one liners! 😝

• 🔌 Is the plug in?
• 🐢 Slow is pro
• 🛞 Steer then gear
• 🚤 What the bow misses the stern may hit
• 🧭 You’re always steering
• 🌊 Prop wash
• 📍 Hold station
• 🛟 Rudder effect
• ✂️ Chop the throttle

06/25/2026

✅ Captain Mike’s Boating Lesson = Mission Accomplished! 🚤🇺🇸
Just wrapped up another fantastic hands-on boating safety & skills lesson on the water with a great student who absolutely crushed it! From bow control to safe maneuvering, seeing that confident smile at the end never gets old! 😎
As always, every student who completes a lesson with us walks away with some helpful boating swag from the National Safe Boating Council.
Boating smarter = boating safer and more fun. Whether you’re new to the water or brushing up on skills, CFBA’s personalized lessons are the way to level up.
Ready to earn your own swag and captain’s confidence? Email, call or text us for questions and to check availability.
📲 Visit clfboating.org today!

06/24/2026

Follow the National Safe Boating Council for these free LIVE trainings!

Influencing safe, secure, and responsible boating since 1958.