Brunswick Corporation announced the launch of BoatClass, an immersive on-water training program designed to teach boating safety and assist boaters in gaining confidence on the water. BoatClass offers boaters two 3-hour course options " basic and intermediate levels" led by a Certified US Coast Guard Captain, which consist of 100% on-water training to master techniques such as, shifting and throttle control; turning, stopping, backing drills; 360- to 720-degree pivot turns; docking drills; crossing wakes and wave; speed zone adjustments?; anchoring theory and techniques; utilizing boat trim; ferrying; and returning to the slip. These courses utilize the same training methods that have been successful for decades throughout the Freedom Boat Club network. The training courses will initially launch at Marker 24 Marina in Merritt Island, Florida before expanding to additional locations throughout the United States.