{"product_id":"future-of-detailing-3-day-auto-marine-detailing-class-with-mike-phillips-november-10-12-2023","title":"Future of Detailing — 3-Day Auto \u0026 Marine Detailing Class with Mike Phillips (November 10-12, 2023)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\t\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-618014439\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-618014439-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-curriculum-overview\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-618014439-content\"\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cspan\u003eCurriculum Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-618014439-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-618014439-label\"\u003e\n\t\t\t\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFriday Morning – Multiple-Step or Show Car Detailing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eIn this class students will learn how to take a trashed and hacked-up car’s finish to its maximum potential!  For this first, you will start the day learning how to use a rotary polisher on severely neglected paint!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to do a proper PREP waterless wash\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eJust like there are two types of normal wash styles, there are two types of styles for doing a waterless wash, Prep Waterless Wash and Maintenance Waterless Wash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Paint inspection\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e– Topics covered,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to identify various paint defects and determine if they can be safely fixed or not.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eWhy inspect vehicle for previous damage and document it on the Vehicle Inspection Form\/App.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to inspect windshields for sub-surface defects like wiper marks, swirls, and scratches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to inspect for clearcoat failure or other unfix-able paint issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to inspect for defective parts or components including side mirrors, antennas, mud flaps, etc. document and notify the owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTactical Paint Inspection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – Students will learn how to correctly inspect for contamination using the Baggie Test, as well as the correct way to show customers the level of paint contamination on their vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMechanical decontamination\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eUnless a car is brand spanking new, most car are going to have some level of bonded contamination on the exterior surfaces.  This session covers how to remove the contamination and why you simply cannot count on machine polishing to remove contaminants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint Thickness Gauges\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – students will learn how to use a PTG to determine the thickness or thinness of the paint and how to safely proceed to the next steps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTape-off and Cover-up\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – students will learn which types of materials or areas should be covered and protected from machine buffing and product splatter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to do a Test Spot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – The single most important thing you should do before any paint correction on anything is to do a proper Test Spot.  The importance and value of doing a proper Test Spot is explained in detail.  How and where to perform a Test Spot is taught in detail as well as how to inspect the results.  How to dial-in the paint correction process is taught based upon results from Test Spot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to correctly use a Swirl Finder Light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eQuality inspection lights are necessary throughout the detail process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use a panel wipe to inspect for accurate and true paint correction.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePolishing oils, fillers, waxes, and other ingredients can give a false appearance causing you to think the defects are removed.  We show how to use a panel wipe to obtain true and accurate results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint Correction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to correctly use a rotary polisher\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – This is the most powerful tool when it comes to doing paint correction.  Correctly used it’s like a scalpel in the hands of a world-renowned surgeon.  Improperly used and you can get into trouble real fast.  In this first session covering the rotary polisher, you’ll learn foundational skills that you’ll build on over the course of the rest of the day as well as Saturday and Sunday.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use an orbital polisher\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – Orbital polishers are safe and effective, and you’ll learn all the correct techniques to maximize your time while consistently achieving pro quality results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstalling a Ceramic Coating\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use a panel wipe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – A panel wipe is a solvent used to prep paint for installing a ceramic or graphene coating.  In this class session, you’ll learn a 2-step approach to ensure the surface is surgically clean for maximum bonding, longevity, and performance for any coating you install.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to install a ceramic coating\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e – Coatings are truly the best way to protect your paint when it comes to protection, longevity, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003einsane gloss!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e  In this class session, you’ll learn how to correctly install ceramic coatings and how to avoid the hassles of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ehigh spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinishing touches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eCleaning interior glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eUsing glass coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eRestoring and protecting exterior plastic trim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePolishing metal surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eWhen and how to use tire dressings and\/or tire coatings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eCoating and protecting wheels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eDetailing door, hood, trunk, and hatchback jambs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eCleaning and conditioning rubber door and hatchback gaskets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFriday Afternoon: 1-step paint correction \u0026amp; ceramic coatings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eTopics covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMorning session – 1-step paint correction \u0026amp; ceramic coatings including,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to do a proper prep waterless wash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eVisual paint inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eTactical paint inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eMechanical decontamination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to set your own or your customer’s expectations for a one-step paint correction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to use and master gear-driven orbital polishers to reduce time and maximize paint correction results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eTopical glass polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePanel Prep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eInstalling a ceramic coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eFinishing touches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopical glass polishing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAll cars that go through our detailing class courses, automatically have all the glass polished via topical glass polishing.  This is done during the Extreme Prep Wash session on Saturday morning as well as during any paint correction sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSub-Surface Glass Polishing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eEach car detailed will be inspected to see if any of the glass needs sub-surface glass polishing and if so, scheduled during the course of the 3-day class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaturday: Extreme Prep Wash, Machine Dry Sanding and One-step paint correction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMorning session – Extreme Prep Washing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eA surgically clean car is the foundation for the final results, in this session you’ll learn,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePre-Prep Wash Inspection – check for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eroad tar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e (important)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHeadlight correction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eWet wash engine detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eGlass Polishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eCorrect Canvas and Vinyl Top Cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eProper wheels and tire cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eChemical decontamination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eFoam cannons \u0026amp; foam guns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eOne-bucket wash method vs two-bucket wash method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eMechanical decontamination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMid-Morning Session – Machine Dry Sanding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to machine sand custom paint to remove orange peel, dirt nibs and other surface texture to create a true show car finish on custom paint jobs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThe highest skill and knowledge base most detailers strive to possess is how to carefully sand flat a custom paint job to remove orange peel and create a true show car finish with maximum D.O.I. or Distinction of Image.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSanding paint\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e99.9% of the people on Earth should \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e sand paint.  But for the 1% that have the desire to learn how to do it and do it right, this is the class for you.  The ability and know-how to sand paint sets you apart from the rest of all the me-too detailers.  Just being able to talk intelligently about it after gaining firsthand, real-world experience is worth the price of the class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThis class covers four different sanding techniques to level orange peel and other surface textures for creating a true show car finish with 100% D.O.I. as the goal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eD.O.I. = Distinction of Image\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThe goal when creating a true show car finish is to level the paint as flat as possible using sanding techniques and then after sanding, removing the sanding marks to restore a clear, high gloss shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechniques covered\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to machine sand paint flat using 6” and 3” sanders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThe proper use of rotary polishers, wool cutting pads to remove 100% of the sanding marks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to use orbital polishers with foam pads to finish out hologram and swirl free finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to seal the paint using either a wax, paint sealant or ceramic coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal cars – No demo hoods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eOur classes are known for bringing in the real deal, that is instead of teaching you how to sand and buff on a demo hood, we bring in the coolest cars with fresh custom paint jobs and loads of orange peel for a truly authentic learning experience.  Anyone can sand a section about the size of a microfiber towel on a flat panel waist high, learning how to tackle a real car is what’s really valuable and has IMPACT!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDual Action Orbital Sanders\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAfter doing a prep wash and any needed mechanical decontamination, students will learn how to use the Eagle Abrasives by KOVAX dry sanding system with 6” and 3” orbital sanders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRotary Polishers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAfter sanding the paint flat, students will draw from the foundational skills learned on Friday, like how to use a rotary polisher with an NSP Primer and a wool pad to remove 100% of the sanding marks without making mistakes.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrbital Polishers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAfter removing all the sanding marks, next you’ll remove any holograms in the paint using orbital polisher and foam pads with NSP Primers.  This step will maximize gloss and clarity while perfectly preparing the paint for installation of Dr. Beasley’s ceramic coatings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaturday late Afternoon session – 1-step paint correction using AIOs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThis is a foundational skill everyone car owner should possess, and every professional should offer in their detailing business.  This skill applies to anything with wheels, floats, or flies.  The cars used for this training sessions will be the car used for the Extreme Prep Wash session earlier in the morning, thus these cars will be ready to work on without any washing or decontamination steps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eTape-off and cover-up plastic and other sensitive areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eDoing a Test Spot with an AIO.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eChoosing the right pad for the paint hardness and\/or softness and why this is so important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to turn the FLEX BEAST, Supa BEAST or CBEAST into a time-saving, brain saving, energy saving, money making machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow and why to top an AIO.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to under promise and over deliver for customer’s expectations and dominate the competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eFinishing touches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtreme Boat Detailing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOxidation Removal – Rotary Polishers – Orbital Polishers – Gelcoat Ceramic Coatings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStart time\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eClass starts at 8:30am SHARP and goes on until the boat is finished, usually around 4:00pm to 5:00pm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThis class covers how to take the worst condition boats and restore them to factory new condition and actually \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ebetter than factory new condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e  Most boats brand new from the factory come with holograms already in the gelcoat finish.  By using neglected gelcoat boats we are able to teach you every aspect of boat detailing.  After taking the class you’ll be able to inspect a boat, determine which steps are needed to remove the oxidation in the fastest and most effective way and then install the Dr. Beasley’s Boat Coat Pro to restore a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eshow car finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e to a boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHere’s what’s covered in this one-day boat detailing class,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eBoat washing inside and outside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eCanvas and Sunbrella cleaning and protecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to clean non-skid surfaces to remove mold, mildew, and oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to clean vinyl seats and other vinyl surfaces while safely removing mold and mildew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eMetal polishing and sealing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePlexiglass, Isinglass, plastic window polishing and ceramic coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eTop cap detailing – removing oxidation and sealing with a gelcoat ceramic coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eExterior hull detailing – how to machine wet sand to remove deep oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eRotary polisher techniques – how to remove your sanding marks and\/or deep oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eOrbital polisher techniques – how to remove holograms and polish gelcoat to a high gloss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to use a gelcoat panel wipe to prep the gelcoat for a ceramic coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eHow to install a gelcoat ceramic coating and add additional layers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal boats in real bad condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eIn this class students will learn and train on large, neglected center console boats.  We purposefully track down and obtain large center console, dark-colored gelcoat boats that have turned visibly white with oxidation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThe reason for using extremely neglected boats is because they provide the ability to teach the MOST techniques.  If we were to bring in a new boat with shiny gelcoat, all we could teach you is how to wash it and apply a spray wax.  After the student has taken this class they will possess the greatest knowledge base and the widest skill set to enable them to detail any condition boat from horribly neglected to brand spanking new.  The class is solely set up for the students’ benefit so they can learn the most in a single day class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertification Award Ceremony\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAt the end of Sunday, you’re going to be tired!  You’re also going to be among the elite in the world that have now made it through to the end of the 3rd day of the Dr. Beasly’s Future of Detailing 3-Day Auto \u0026amp; Marine Detailing Class!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eYour reward is the coveted certificate, signed by Mike Phillips that tells the world you survived and even thrived throughout the 3-day class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinal questions, wrap-up and class is over!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote Pads and Cell Phone Videos\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eStudents are strongly encouraged to take notes for their use later and notepads and pens are available.  Students are also strongly encouraged to take video notes using their cell phone or video camera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDress Code\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eFlip-flops and high heel shoes are not allowed.  This is a fast-paced, high intensity hands-on class.  It is recommended to wear work shoes, jeans, and T-shirts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoffee \u0026amp; Donuts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePlease arrive at 7:00am.  Find a place to park your car, get your name tag, use the facilities, and then enjoy some hot coffee and fresh donuts while you meet your classmates for the day.  The class starts PROMPTLY at 7:30am guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePizza Lunch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003ePizza will be provided for lunch along with a selection of cold drinks including bottled water and soda pop.  Should you require any special dietary provisions, please plan to bring it with you.  There is a refrigerator available for cold storage and a microwave oven available for heating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct purchases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAll paid students receive a $100.00 Dr. Beasley’s store credit.  Everyone is encouraged to start a paper list a shopping cart list on their phone or other device before the class starts and then update it as the class progresses.  Purchases can be made throughout the course of the day and also the following day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll tools, pads and products provided\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAll you need to bring is a smile and eagerness to learn.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTools\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThe primary tools we use are FLEX tools but there will be other tool options available for anyone that would like to try and compare.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eAll fiber and foam pads are matched to the tools and products used for any given process.  Pads are made by Lake Country Pad Manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThe majority of products used in class are manufactured by Dr. Beasley’s.  In such cases where specialty products are needed and not available from Dr. Beasley’s – other professional grade options are used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional Topics Covered\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBusiness and Marketing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThroughout the entire day, any related business and marketing tips, techniques and information will be shared with the student.  It is up to the student to memorize the info or capture it via notes or video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIDA Marine Certification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eDuring the detailing process from start to finish, all of the questions asked on the IDA Marine Certification written test will be covered.  It is up to the student to memorize the info or capture it via notes or video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eDetailing boats can be fun and profitable.  When the boat in question has been neglected for years it can also be a lot of hard, dirty work.  No matter the condition of the boat, you will learn how to work smarter and not harder to return whatever boat you’re working on to top condition using the skills, knowledge and products shared in this 100% hands-on class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ \u0026amp; A Time\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eStudents will have an opportunity to ask any questions they have that they have not already asked during the course of the day.  Students are encouraged to ask questions at any time while they are fresh in their mind and pertinent to the topic being taught.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertificate Award Ceremony\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eEach person that has attended the full class will be awarded their “Certificate of Completion” for the class.  A picture of the person and the instructor will be taken at this time for documentation and sharing on social media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBook signing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eEach student is given a copy of the most current boat detailing how-to book and if they like, they can request it to be signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass is over.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeet ‘N Greet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eThere will be an informal Meet ‘N Greet at a local establishment to be announced depending upon location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Instructor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400\"\u003eMike Phillips has the longest documented history of teaching hands-on boat detailing classes than any other boat class known to exist.  Like his car detailing and wetsanding classes, Mike knows the type of people that are willing to undertake detailing a boat are also the kind of people that learn best by doing – not sitting in chairs.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\t\u003c\/div\u003e\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-4252615355\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-4252615355-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-dates,-location-\u0026amp;-lodging\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4252615355-content\"\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cspan\u003eDates, Location \u0026amp; Lodging\u003c\/span\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/a\u003e\n\t\t\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-4252615355-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4252615355-label\"\u003e\n\t\t\t\n\u003ch3\u003eDates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNovember 10-12, 2023 — Friday, Saturday \u0026amp; Sunday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLocation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Beasley’s Operating Room\u003cbr\u003e\n7934 SW \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eJack\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eJames\u003c\/span\u003e Drive\u003cbr\u003e\nStuart, FL 34997\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Lodging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/pbist-courtyard-stuart\/overview\/\"\u003eCourtyard Stuart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n7615 SW Lost River Road\u003cbr\u003e\nStuart, FL 34997\u003cbr\u003e\n772-781-3344\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\t\u003c\/div\u003e\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\u003cdiv id=\"accordion-4151356292\" class=\"accordion-item\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003ca id=\"accordion-4151356292-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-ticket-includes\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4151356292-content\"\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cbutton class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"icon-angle-down\" 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