Seminars

This couples-oriented two-day seminar happens on the waterways of America! We offer tricks and tips on boat handling with an emphasis on team work. The husband and wife team of Captains Chris and Alyse Caldwell will teach you how to formulate a plan and effectively communicate together while cruising. […]

Are you a reluctant First Mate? How involved in your boat operations do you want to be? We tailor this seminar for your level of comfort. For brand new First Mates who have never touched an anchor – and aren’t quite sure they want to- our coaching helps these Mates to support their Captains. No yelling please!

Or, for the well seasoned First Mate who wants to gain more confidence, Captains Chris & Alyse can teach you about docking, systems management and navigation. We can do a one-on-one session or gather a few like-minded friends aboard your own boat and practice hands-on.
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Trawler Fest Fort Lauderdale is a terrific success. In years past, Trawler Fest was in Stuart Florida but needed a location with marina space to handle larger trawlers, both longer and deeper draft. Bahia Mar Marina and Hotel is a perfect choice. Being in the middle of the Venice of the Americas, Bahia Mar is easily accessed by the ICW, Atlantic Ocean, Fort Lauderdale International Airport or I-95. You don’t need a car, everything is nearby. The Atlantic Ocean and beach are across the street, restaurants and nightclubs are walking distance. […]

On May 7-9 Hundreds of boaters and hundreds of dreamers came to Marina Square at the Fort Pierce City Marina to learn all about boating. Captain Chris Yacht Services was there too. In our booth we shared our experiences and everything you always wanted to know about boating but were afraid to ask. […]

Check out our most asked about subjects, Hot Topics and recent scheduled events listed below….In between training, charters and deliveries here’s where we’ve been busy during the 2009-2010 Boating Season: […]

Ever had your anchor drag or listened to anchor horror stories from your boating buddies? Captain Chris will have a hands-on demonstration to put your mind at ease. Learn about which anchors are right for the sea floor conditions and why. Different types of anchors, how much scope and when you may select chain vs. rope are some topics we’ll explore. Just what IS a snubber and where can you find one? Join Captains Chris and Alyse for this interactive presentation and we promise you won’t have to clean mud off the deck. […]

Chris and I are Speakers at the Stuart Trawler Fest at the IRP Marriott. We have been asked to step in for Claiborne Young and present Cruising in the Florida Keys as well as give a talk on the ICW. After our topics, we’ll see you at our booth! […]