2008 ZODIAC MARITIME TRAINING ACADEMY SCHEDULE:


Monday, 22nd September 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Monday, 8th September 2008
540 Thompson Creek Road, Stevensville, 21666 MD
Renee St. Lawrence , 410 643-4141, Rstlawrence@zna.zodiac.com
Military Repair Course: 5 days
Plus Advance Repairs: 10 days total.
Open to MilPro Dealers only.

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Monday, 8th September 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Monday, 25th August 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Monday, 28th July 2008
540 Thompson Creek Road, Stevensville, 21666 MD
Renee St. Lawrence , 410 643-4141, rstlawrence@zna.zodiac.com
Military Repair Course: 5 days
Open to Military and Federal employees only.

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Friday, 27th June 2008
Carmel, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Thursday, 26th June 2008
Carmel, IN
Joe Jarles , 812, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 25th June 2008
Carmel, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 28th May 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 21st May 2008
Stevensville, MD
Dave Abt , 800 606-6977 X 4703, dabt@usaservices.com
Basic RIB Operator: 3 days

Basic RIB Operator: 3 days

Students learn basic RIB operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Wednesday, 21st May 2008
Stevensville, MD
Dave Abt , 800 626-1126, dabt@usaservices.com
Basic RIB Operator: 3 days

Basic RIB Operator: 3 days

Students learn basic RIB operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Sunday, 18th May 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Tuesday, 13th May 2008
Des Moines, IA
Dave Grandin , 574-876-5470,
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Monday, 12th May 2008
Cedar Falls, IA
Dave Grandin , 574-876-5470, dgrandin@zna.zodiac.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 7th May 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Monday, 28th April 2008
540 Thompson Creek Road, Stevensville, 21666 MD
Renee St. Lawrence , 410 643-4141, Rstlawrence@zna.zodiac.com
Military Repair Course: 5 days
Plus Advance Repair: 10 days total. Open to MilPro dealers only.

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Monday, 28th April 2008
South Bend, IN
Mike Damiano, Indiana River Rescue , 574-876-6733, mdamiano@southbendin.gov
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 23rd April 2008
Pt. Pleasant, NJ
Bayhead Marine , 732-899-5700, bayhead.marine@verizon.net
Basic RIB Operator: 3 days
Completed

Basic RIB Operator: 3 days

Students learn basic RIB operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Monday, 21st April 2008
1715 Bay Avenue, Pt. Pleasant, 08742 NJ
Rita Murphy, Bay Head Marine , T: 732-899-5700, bayhead.marine@verizon.net
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
Completed

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Tuesday, 15th April 2008
South Bend, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Monday, 14th April 2008
South Bend, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Tuesday, 25th March 2008
St. Marys, GA
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
Completed

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Wednesday, 19th March 2008
South Bend, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Tuesday, 18th March 2008
South Bend, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Tuesday, 18th March 2008
USCGC Campbell, Kittery, ME
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
Completed

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Thursday, 13th March 2008
Carmel, IN
Joe Jarles , 812 282-7579, jjarles@kys.com
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 20th February 2008
1423 NW 165th Street, Miami, 33169 FL
Brian Mink , 305 621-1500, antoinette@lifelineinflatable.com
Basic RIB Operator: 3 days
COMPLETED

Basic RIB Operator: 3 days

Students learn basic RIB operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Tuesday, 19th February 2008
USCGC Hamilton, Portsmouth, VA
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Monday, 11th February 2008
USCGC Northland, Portsmouth, VA
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Monday, 4th February 2008
Stevensville, MD
Renee St. Lawrence
Military Repair Course: 5 days
COMPLETED

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Tuesday, 29th January 2008
South Bend, IN
Kentuckiana Yacht Sales
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
COMPLETED

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Monday, 28th January 2008
South Bend, IN
Dave Grandin
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
COMPLETED

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 23rd January 2008
USCGC Sea Devil, Lockport, LA
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Saturday, 19th January 2008
Lake Village, IN
Dave Grandin
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
COMPLETED

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Wednesday, 16th January 2008
USCGC Dependable, Cape May, NJ
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Tuesday, 8th January 2008
CG MSST, New Orleans, LA
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Tuesday, 11th December 2007
3rd SFG & 7th FG, Ft. Bragg, NC
Dave Grandin
Military Repair Course: 5 days
COMPLETED

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Monday, 19th November 2007
Norfolk, VA
SDVT-2
Military Repair Course: 5 days
COMPLETED

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Wednesday, 14th November 2007
USCGC Mohawk, Stevensville, MD
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Wednesday, 24th October 2007
USCGC Vigorous, Stevensville, MD
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Monday, 22nd October 2007
Ft. Eustis, VA
US Army Dive Company
Military Repair Course: 5 days
COMPLETED

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Thursday, 11th October 2007
USCGC Sea Dragon, Lockport, LA
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Monday, 1st October 2007
South Bend, IN
Greg Metzger , 574-235-7555, gmetzger@ci.south-bend.in.us
Swiftwater Basic Boat Ops: 3 days
COMPLETED

Swiftwater Basic Boat Ops: 3 days

Students learn our Basic Boat Operator and Instant Inflatable courses in a Swiftwater environment.

Monday, 24th September 2007
S Yarmouth, MA
Life Raft and Survival Equipment
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
COMPLETED

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Thursday, 20th September 2007
Washington, DC
Washington Marina
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
COMPLETED

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Tuesday, 18th September 2007
USCGC Venturous, Stevensville, MD
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
COMPLETED

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Monday, 10th September 2007
South Bend, IN
Dave Grandin
Swiftwater Basic Boat Ops: 3 days
COMPLETED

Swiftwater Basic Boat Ops: 3 days

Students learn our Basic Boat Operator and Instant Inflatable courses in a Swiftwater environment.

Wednesday, 5th September 2007
USCGC Bear, Stevensville, MD
Jake Albinio
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
Completed

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance

Wednesday, 21st May 2008
Kemah, TX
Tina Miller , 281-334-0815, tmiller@triadmarine.com
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Monday, 5th May 2008
San Diego, CA
Cory Clarkston
Military Repair Course: 5 days

Military Repair Course: 5 days

This course is open to active members of the Military only and is designed to give units maintenance skills for use while deployed.
Basic maintenance and care
Gluing and patching techniques
Repairing and replacing speed tubes
Repairing and replacing the keel
Transom repair

A second week for advance repair techniques may be offered.
Saturday, 19th April 2008
Ceres/Patterson, CA
Shawn Workman , 610-906-4278, sworkman@zna.zodiac.com
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
Completed

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Tuesday, 15th April 2008
Costa Mesa, CA
Maurer Marine , 949-645-7673,
Swiftwater Basic Boat Ops: 3 days
Completed

Swiftwater Basic Boat Ops: 3 days

Students learn our Basic Boat Operator and Instant Inflatable courses in a Swiftwater environment.

Wednesday, 9th April 2008
Long Beach, CA
Shawn Workman sworkman@zna.zodiac.com
US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days
course is FULL

US Coast Guard Boat Delivery Training: 2 days

Coast Guard members learn how to operate and maintain RIBs or Inflatables upon delivery.
Daily and weekly check-offs
Stern launch and recovery
Basic RIB or Inflatable operations
Routine and operational maintenance
Wednesday, 2nd April 2008
Kemah, 77565 TX
Tina Miller , 281-334-0815, tmiller@triadmarine.com
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
Completed

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Thursday, 27th March 2008
5105 Leary Avenue NW, Seattle, 98107 WA
Mike O'Rourke , 206-284-6020, www.ibwonline.com
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
Completed

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Monday, 24th March 2008
5105 Leary Avenue NW, Seattle, 98107 WA
Mike O'Rourke , 206-284-6020, www.ibwonline.com
Basic Boat Operator: 2 days
Completed

Basic Boat Operator: 2 days

Students learn basic boating operating skills.
Trailer Launch and Recovery
The GAR Model
Navigation
Close Quarter Maneuvering
Obstacle Avoidance
Bow Touch
J-Turns
Man Overboard
Personnel Recovery
Parbuckle Recovery
Friday, 21st March 2008
Oregon State Marine Board, Hood River, OR
Shawn Workman
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Thursday, 20th March 2008
Oregon State Marine Board, Hood River, OR
Shawn Workman
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Thursday, 20th March 2008
oregon State Marine Board, Hood River, OR
Shawn Workman
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Tuesday, 18th March 2008
Oregon State Marine Board, Hood River, OR
Shawn Workman
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Monday, 17th March 2008
Oregon State Marine Board, Hood River, OR
Shawn Workman
Instant Inflatable: 1 day
Completed

Instant Inflatable: 1 day

Students learn about the tactical advantages of using inflatable boats with centralized rapid inflation capabilities when responding to emergencies.
Saturday, 15th March 2008
2041 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, 97202 OR