Captain Chris Gardner offers tutoring services for those who are studying to "sit" for their captain's license. 

Many people have the hardest time with Navigation (Chart-work, Plotting, LOP's, etc.),  because it involves math. Don't be scared, it's easy once you understand how to apply it. If you can add and subtract, then you can navigate!!

 Navigation (Charting), Deck general (Seamanship), Rules of the Road, and/or Safety are all subjects that must be well understood before the Coast Guard will issue a license. You can only take each section of the exam three times, and after the third try, if you fail, you will be required to pay for another round of classes that you must attend if you choose to pursue a license. Let me help you pass it the first time !

* $15.00 per hour *

 If you are a student currently enrolled in the Professional Mariner Training program at Chapman School of Seamanship, your cost is only $10.00 per hour. Students, please call as soon as you realize you are having difficulties, as I know they give you a lot to take in at one time. I will help you sort out the info, and make it understandable. I specialize in navigation, including celestial!!

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I am a graduate of Chapman School of Seamanship. I have successfully completed both the 369-hour Professional Mariner Training course, and the 80-hour License Training course. I have learned, studied, applied, and passed the Coast Guard exam for the following:

MASTER OR MATE OF STEAM OR MOTOR VESSELS OF NOT MORE THAN 100 GROSS TONS--(Near Coastal Waters)                

December 12, 2000

MASTER OR MATE OF STEAM OR MOTOR VESSELS OF NOT MORE THAN 100 GROSS TONS--(Near Coastal Waters)

November 15, 2003

CPR & FIRST-AID CERTIFICATE

June 23, 2004

Please remember this: "Having a captain's license does not mean that you know all there is to know about being a captain. It is merely a license to LEARN!!"---Captain Heather (Chapman Instructor 11-15-03)

 I also provide tutoring for those who are generally interested in the science of navigation.

If you are in the market to buy a new or used power boat, I am available to help you decide/choose which vessel is right for you, what cost is appropriate and what the better deal for you might be.

If you recently purchased a power boat and would like some help "getting the hang of it" give me a call or e-mail. I will help you understand the basics of power boat handling so that you can more easily enjoy your vessel.