No exceptions even on your birthday.
(Only for those born after Sept 1, 1993)
If you're planning to operate a jet ski and were born after Sept 1, 1993, Texas law says you need a boater safety course. Riding on the back? No problem. But if we catch you switching — even once — the entire group is done. It's illegal, it's unsafe, and it’s an automatic shutdown. No cert, no ski, no excuses.
You’ve got two options:
Option 1 — Paid ($65): Go to ilearntoboat.com - interactive, video-based, and done in about 3-4 hours.
Option 2 — Cheap ($11): Visit boat-ed.com - text-heavy, slow, and will eat 4-6 hours of your life. Perfect if you're a masochist with no weekend plans.
Either way, bring proof. No cert, no drive.