Portland Yacht Services
58 Fore Street
Portland, ME 04101
207-774-1067



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Marine Learning Center

In response to a need in Southern Maine and the Greater Portland area 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.

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 or one of ours.  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!

 

Specific Offerings Include: Forms & Descriptions::
  • Boat Safety Courses
  • Professional Certifications
  • Technical Seminars
  • FCC Exams
  • US Coast Guard Licensing
    • Launch Tender
    • 6 PAC
    • AB
    • 100-Ton
    • 200-Ton Masters and Mates
And much more...



 

For more information call 207-774-1067 and check back here often for more information.

Upcoming Classes:

Launch Tender Winter Class  16 hour class
          

  Take this first step towards an awesome summer job on the water. Launch tending is a great way to get on the water experience handling boats, make decent money and get your foot in the door in the Marine Industry. Come join us for this 16 hour class an get your first Captain's License!

Winter Class

8:30am-4:30pm

Friday

February 24

Friday

March 2

 

Get your Captain's License!

Get Your Captains License! Get paid for getting out on the water. The Marine Learning Center at Portland Yacht Services in Portland, Maine is offering a Coast Guard Approved 100 Ton Captains License Course beginning April 10, 2012. The Class runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-9 and Saturdays from 8:30-4:30 for five weeks. Start doing what you love!

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

    March 26, 2012

    March 27, 2012 March 28, 2012 March 29, 2012 March 30, 2012
    April 2, 2012 April 3, 2012 April 4, 2012 April 5, 2012 April 6, 2012


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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 I

Wednesday

 

March 21, 2012

 

5pm-7pm

 

Wednesday

 

March 28, 2012

 

5pm-7pm

 

Wednesday

 

April 4, 2012

 

5pm-7pm

 

Spring Class II

Saturday

 

April 7, 2012

 

8:30-2:30

Auxiliary Sail Endorsement

Required for any Master wishing to command an inspected Sailing Vessel. 

 

Wednessday April 11, 2012 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Launch Tender Spring Class  16 hour class
        Take this first step towards an awesome summer job on the water. Launch tending is a great way to get on the water experience handling boats, make decent money and get your foot in the door in the Marine Industry. Come join us for this 16 hour class an get your first Captain's License!     

 

Spring Class

8:30am-4:30pm

Monday

April 16, 2011

Tuesday

April 17

 

 

         

 

Master / Mate 100 Gross Tons *80-hour class
Get Your Captains License! Get paid for getting out on the water. The Marine Learning Center at Portland Yacht Services in Portland, Maine is offering a Coast Guard Approved 100 Ton Captains License Course beginning April 10, 2012. The Class runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-9 and Saturdays from 8:30-4:30 for five weeks. Start doing what you love!


Download Course Description

 

 
Tuesdays
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Thursdays
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturdays
8:30am - 4:30pm
Week 1 April 10, 2012 April 12, 2012 April 14, 2012
Week 2 April 17, 2012 April 19, 2012 April 21, 2012
Week 3 April 24, 2012 April 26, 2012 April 28, 2012
Week 4 May 1, 2012 May 3, 2012 May 5, 2012
Week 5
May 8, 2012 May 10, 2012 May 12, 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.

FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit Exam

                        

The FCC MROP is required on all inspected passenger vessels. Charter companies: Make sure your Captain's are legal. Captain's, make sure you are FULLY licensed. The exam only is $75.00. The study guide is an additional $50, highly recommended and must be ordered in advance.

Saturday

May 19, 2012

10am

CPR/First Aid

Required for all license applicants. Red Cross certification.  Could help you save a life!

Saturday

May 26, 2012

9am - 3pm

 
 
 

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.

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.