Marine Learning Center
In response to a need in Southern Maine to provide a centralized setting for marine training resources, Portland Yacht Services is proud to announce the establishment of the Marine Learning Center (MLC). Started in March, 2008, MLC is offering Coast Guard Licensing Courses, from Launch Drivers Licenses through 200-Ton Captains Licenses, boat safety courses, and more.
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For more information call 207-774-1067 and check back here often for more information.
Upcoming Classes:
Get your Captain's License!
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Master / Mate 100 Gross Tons
2012 *80-hour immersion class
Monday 8:30-4:30 |
Tuesday 8:30-4:30 |
Wednesday 8:30-4:30 |
Thursday 8:30-4:30 |
Friday 8:30-4:30 |
January 9, 2012 |
January 10, 2012 | January 11, 2012 | January 12, 2012 | January 13, 2012 |
| January 16, 2012 | January 17, 2012 | January 18, 2012 | January 19, 2012 | January 20, 2012 |
Auxiliary Sail Endorsement
Required for any Master wishing to command an inspected Sailing Vessel.
Monday January 23, 2011 3:00pm - 7:00pm
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Master / Mate 100 Gross Tons *80-hour class
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Tuesdays 5:00 - 9:00 pm |
Thursdays 5:00 - 9:00 pm |
Saturdays 8:30am - 4:30pm |
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| Week 1 | January 31, 2012 | February 2, 2012 | February 4, 2012 |
| Week 2 | February 7, 2012 | February 9, 2012 | February 11, 2012 |
| Week 3 | February 14, 2012 | February 16, 2012 | February 18, 2012 |
| Week 4 | Februrary 21, 2012 | February 23, 2012 | February 25, 2012 |
Week 5 |
February 28, 2012 | March 1, 2012 | March 3, 2012 |
** Minimum of 3 students for the 100 Ton class. If the minimum is not reached the class will be scheduled when the minimum is met.
CPR/First Aid
Required for all license applicants. Red Cross certification. Could help you save a life!
Sunday
January 29, 2012
9am - 3pm
Launch Tender Winter Class 16 hour class
Winter Class 8:30am-4:30pm |
Friday February 24 |
Friday March 2 |
FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit Exam
Call to order study guide and for more details
Monday February 6, 2012
3:30pm
Launch Tender Spring Class 16 hour class
Spring Class 8:30am-4:30pm |
Monday April 16, 2011 |
Tuesday April 17 |
** Minimum of 4 students for the 100 Ton class. If the minimum is not reached the class will be scheduled when the minimum is met.
Basic Boater Safety 6 hour class
Everything you need to know to get started with boating! Covers types of boats, basic rules of the road, types of propulsion and more. Qualifies with most insurance companies for a discount. Please call us for more details.
Spring Class
Wednesday
March 21, 2012
5pm-7pm
Wednesday
March 28, 2012
5pm-7pm
Wednesday
April 4, 2012
5pm-7pm
Introduction to Coastal Navigation 12 hour class
Suitable for beginers as well as intermediate navigators looking for a refresher. This course is designed to give the skills needed to safely navigate a boat on coastal routes using both electronic (GPS/RADAR) and traditional methods.
Wednessday January 25, 2012
5pm-8pm
Wednessday February 1, 2012 5pm-8pm Wednessday
February 8, 2012 5pm-8pm Wednessday February 15, 2012 5pm-8pm ABYC Certifications Courses
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Intro To Outboard Engines 4-6 hour class
Learn from the best! Our experienced outboard techs go over the inner workings of an outboard engine. Topics included will be basic trouble shooting, routine maintnance, winterization and commissioning.
Get out on the water this SUMMER!
Safe Boating classes are available
On the Water Instruction
We can tailor make a course that covers what you want to learn aboard your own vessel. Whether it is the basics of day sailing, performance sailing, cruising, or other aspects of sailing or power boating, our experienced staff are happy to help. Please contact us to set up your lesson!