AMIkids Marine Technician Apprenticeship

09/09/2026

⚓ Refreshed from the holiday weekend and right back on the boats!

Our new crew lead guided the class through our morning boat-care process. We rotate crew leads every two weeks so each pre-apprentice gets an opportunity to step up and lead.

A huge shout-out to the teachers and executive director from AMIkids Gainesville for role-playing as new boat owners! This gave our pre-apprentices a fun, hands-on way to practice explaining the major parts of a boat, their functions, and common boating terminology.

Leadership, technical knowledge, and customer service-all in our classroom without walls! 🛥️☀️

09/04/2026

⚓ Word of the Day: Cavitation!

Our pre-apprentices didn’t just learn the definition today-they experienced it firsthand several times during our shakedown cruise! 🛥️

Before heading out, we were fortunate to have Captain Bob provide a flare demonstration and teach our group about marine safety. Mr. Ricky, owner and operator of Sun City Yacht & Marine Services, hosted today’s class, and our very own instructor, Travis, traded in his usual title to become Captain Travis for this amazing adventure.

What a fantastic way to end a very busy week! Our pre-apprentices were fully engaged, enjoyed every moment of the hands-on experience, and proved once again that some of the best learning happens in a classroom without walls.

A huge thank-you to everyone who helped make today possible!

09/03/2026

⚓ Talk about a full and productive day!

After spending the day in class and helping clean and prepare the conference room for the next group, our apprentices and pre-apprentices still had time to put in a few more hours on the Tiara. They cleaned the boat and helped prepped the engine’s cooling system for tomorrow’s shakedown cruise.

Their hard work, teamwork, and willingness to jump in wherever needed continue to impress us. They are doing an amazing job, and we are incredibly proud of them! 🛥️

08/26/2026

⚓ From apprentice project boat to proud new owner!

Our Marine Service Technician apprentices put their skills to work repairing and preparing this Angler for its next chapter. The completed boat has now been sold and is back on the water with its new owner!

This project represents hands-on learning, teamwork, and a job well done. Even better, the proceeds will support future apprenticeship training and projects.

We are incredibly proud of our apprentices and all they accomplished! 🛥️

08/24/2026

⚓ Today marked the official first day of our Marine Pre-Apprenticeship Program!

Over the next 12 weeks, our students will gain hands-on marine experience, earn industry-recognized certifications, build career-readiness skills, and explore pathways into apprenticeship and employment.

We are proud to welcome our very first class and excited to watch them learn and grow! 🛥️

04/28/2026

⚓ Today’s the Day – We’re Live at the Boatyard

We’re kicking things off at 11 AM!

If you’ve been thinking about stopping by-this is your sign.

Come out, grab a burger, and:
🔧 See the apprentices in action
⚓ Watch live demonstrations
🔌 Experience hands-on training up close

📍 AMIkids Boatyard
🕚 11 AM – 2 PM

Pull up-we’ll be here.

04/23/2026

Sea the Fun at Our Marine Tech Lunch & Learn!

Join us at the AMIkids Boatyard for a special Lunch & Learn during National Apprenticeship Week and see our youth in action.

Enjoy Interactive demonstrations, including:
✔ Boat mooring and tie-off techniques
✔ Electrical troubleshooting
✔ Preventative maintenance

📅 Tuesday, April 28 | 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 12022 Gandy Blvd N, Saint Petersburg, FL

Come meet the next generation of marine innovators and explore our cutting-edge programs.

👉 Sea the fun for yourself! RSVP now to save your spot:
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We can’t wait to see you there!

03/03/2026

One moment you’re soaring above the yard in a boom lift learning safe equipment operation… and the next you’re sanding and restoring paint on a 30-foot Grady White. ⚓️

That’s the beauty of the Marine Service Technician Apprenticeship Program: hands-on training, real-world skills, and no two days ever the same.

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

Steel. Sweat. Structure

Our Apprentices don't just talk about safety-they build it.

Scaffold assembly, cross-bracing, leveling, and inspection-done right and done together.

Skills are built on one project at a time.