The Tokyo Sail and Power Squadron is currently offering preparatory classes in English for people seeking to obtain a Class 2 boat license, which allows for operation of vessels of up to 20 tons equipped with engines within 9 km of Japan's shores, or a Class 1 license for operations beyond 9 km (5 nautical miles). The TSPS classes will be held on March 29, April 5, 13 and 19, all starting at 7 p.m. For those seeking to take the government-run test in English, the exam will be held April 21. The following day there will be a jet ski exam. Contact Tony Whitman at [email protected] or call (03) 3770-1513.