{"product_id":"starke-yacht-care-certification-training-class-june-2027","title":"Starke Yacht Care Certification Training Class – June 2027","description":"\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Bebas+Neue\u0026amp;family=Montserrat:wght@400;800\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Montserrat,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;max-width:760px;line-height:1.55\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:'Bebas Neue',sans-serif;color:#002e56;font-size:40px;margin:0\"\u003eBecome a STARKE Certified Installer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56;letter-spacing:1px\"\u003eTwo days. Hands-on. Fife, Washington. June 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe official STARKE Certification Course takes you through the entire STARKE lineup with hands-on training from the STARKE training team. You'll work a real boat in the shop — oxidized gelcoat that needs reconditioning — using a variety of machines, pads and STARKE products, and leave with the STARKE process for sanding, correction, coating and wash care maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHosted at Marine Detail Supply Washington in Fife, this class brings STARKE certification to detailers serving Tacoma, Seattle and the wider Puget Sound boating community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry \/ Wet Sanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoating Techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBusiness Development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eHow the Class Runs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands-on:\u003c\/strong\u003e A boat in the shop to work on, typically the hull sides, with all STARKE products, pads and machines on display and available to use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom:\u003c\/strong\u003e A presentation and slideshow on the basics. We start with introductions and ask what each attendee wants to gain, then dial in the session to where you need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eMeet the STARKE Training Team\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCole Holbrook, Lead Trainer\u003c\/strong\u003e — over a decade of hands-on marine detailing experience on top-tier yachts, specializing in surface restoration, ceramic coatings and advanced polishing systems.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrew Lawrence, Supporting Trainer\u003c\/strong\u003e — founder of Next LVL Boatworks, bringing real-world shop experience and more one-on-one coaching on the floor.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKelly Jenkins, Co-Host\u003c\/strong\u003e — owner of MDSC Washington, owner of Flagship Yacht Detailing and a STARKE pro detailer, bringing years of hands-on professional experience to every class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTARKE Certified Installer\u003c\/strong\u003e designation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour business listed on the Certified Installer Locator at starkeyachtcare.com for customer referrals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive installer pricing: 35% off STARKE products, 20% off pads, 25% off STARKE sandpaper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3% rewards on qualifying purchases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to STARKE trainers and the certified installer Facebook group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTARKE Yacht Care Correction and Ceramic Coatings certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTARKE shirt and bucket, plus food and beverages both days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$100 in-store credit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarine detailing shops and installers ready to train on the STARKE system — and enthusiasts too. The techniques work across the board for the professional or the DIYer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #002e56;margin:16px 0;padding:4px 14px;font-style:italic\"\u003e\"The first time I hired a STARKE Pro my reaction when I saw the boat...it BLEW my mind he took an old faded and weathered boat and made it look brand new.\" — Capt. Eric Davis\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo days: Friday, June 18 \u0026amp; Saturday, June 19, 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth days start in the morning and run all day; exact times are in the detail email\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 seats available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe'll email full class details a couple of weeks before the class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMDSC Washington, 4630 16th St E, Suite B13, Fife, WA 98424\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:'Gotham Black','Montserrat',sans-serif;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;color:#002e56\"\u003eFriendly Attendance \u0026amp; Refund Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all class registrations are \u003cstrong\u003enon-refundable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unable to attend the class you registered for, you're welcome to \u003cstrong\u003ereschedule into any future class held at MDSC Washington in Fife, WA\u003c\/strong\u003e. (Classes held outside of MDSC Washington are excluded from rescheduling.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf rescheduling doesn't work for you, you may choose to receive your \u003cstrong\u003efull deposit as store credit\u003c\/strong\u003e for the amount you paid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf, for any reason, \u003cstrong\u003ewe need to cancel the class on our end\u003c\/strong\u003e, you may be eligible for a \u003cstrong\u003efull refund\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need \u003cstrong\u003ehotel recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e, feel free to give us a call \u003cstrong\u003eafter you reserve your spot\u003c\/strong\u003e — we're happy to help get you set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Starke Yacht Care","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51408270000367,"sku":"SCTC-2027-06","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/8421\/8607\/files\/starkeclass.jpg?v=1777481927","url":"https:\/\/marinedetailsupplywashington.com\/products\/starke-yacht-care-certification-training-class-june-2027","provider":"Marine Detail Supply Washington","version":"1.0","type":"link"}