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APBA Memberships
When you become an American Power Boat Association member, you are entitled to various benefits depending on your type of membership.
Racing Membership
Get on the water and in the action!
This is your ticket to race at APBA-sanctioned events. Racing Members are key competitors on the water and respected voices in the sport.
- Qualified racers welcome
- Pricing varies by racing class and participation level
- Full access to hot pits
- Included in APBA's event insurance coverage
- Bi-monthly subscription to APBA Propeller Magazine
- Year-End Review Magazine delivered annually
- Voting rights and full member privileges
Compete, connect, and make your mark.
Non-Racing Membership
Powering the sport, from the shore to the start line.
Perfect for crew, rescue workers, race officials, and others working behind the scenes to make every race possible.
- Support roles like crew, rescue, staff & more
- Access to hot pits
- Included in APBA's event insurance coverage
- Bi-monthly subscription to APBA Propeller Magazine
- Year-End Review Magazine delivered annually
- Affordable annual dues at $65 per year
- Voting rights and full member privileges
You're essential to every win.
Kids Membership
Inspiring the next generation of racers.
Introduce young enthusiasts to the excitement of powerboat racing with a fun, safe membership built just for them.
- For junior fans and future competitors
- Access to hot pits (with adult supervision and depending on rules of event)
- Bi-monthly subscription to APBA Propeller Magazine
- Year-End Review Magazine delivered annually
- Affordable annual dues at $25 per year
The future of racing starts here.
Single-Event Membership
One event. One unforgettable experience.
Designed for guest competitors and crew participating in a single race weekend. Handled locally by APBA clubs during sanctioned events.
- Valid for one APBA-sanctioned event only
- Access to hot pits
- Not eligible for major championships or record-setting
- No magazine subscriptions or voting rights
- Must register and pay through local APBA club
Perfect for newcomers, guests, or testing the waters.
Honorary Life Membership
Reserved for APBA legends.
This lifetime honor is awarded to inpiduals who've made outstanding contributions to APBA and the world of motorboat racing. Selected only by unanimous vote of the Board of Directors.
- Lifetime recognition
- All core member privileges
- No dues-just honor
Bi-Monthly Subscription
Affordable annual dues at $65 to $75 per year.
Thank you for shaping the sport. Annual Memberships are good through October 31st of each year. Renewal begin November 1st each year.