Become a STARKE Certified Installer

Two days. Hands-on. Fort Lauderdale, Florida. August 2027.

The official STARKE Certification Course takes you through the entire STARKE lineup with hands-on training from the STARKE training team. You'll work a real boat in the shop — oxidized gelcoat that needs reconditioning — using a variety of machines, pads and STARKE products, and leave with the STARKE process for sanding, correction, coating and wash care maintenance.

Hosted at MDSC Fort Lauderdale, this class brings STARKE certification to detailers in the region and beyond.

What You'll Learn

• Dry / Wet Sanding
• Compounding
• Polishing
• Coating Techniques
• Pad Systems
• Machine Systems
• Business Development
• Marketing

How the Class Runs

Hands-on: A boat in the shop to work on, typically the hull sides, with all STARKE products, pads and machines on display and available to use.
Classroom: A presentation and slideshow on the basics. We start with introductions and ask what each attendee wants to gain, then dial in the session to where you need it most.

Meet the STARKE Training Team

Cole Holbrook, Lead Trainer — over a decade of hands-on marine detailing experience on top-tier yachts, specializing in surface restoration, ceramic coatings and advanced polishing systems.
Drew Lawrence, Supporting Trainer — founder of Next LVL Boatworks, bringing real-world shop experience and more one-on-one coaching on the floor.
Jack Callahan — store owner and co-host.

What You Get

• The STARKE Certified Installer designation
• Your business listed on the Certified Installer Locator at starkeyachtcare.com for customer referrals
• Exclusive installer pricing: 35% off STARKE products, 20% off pads, 25% off STARKE sandpaper
• 3% rewards on qualifying purchases
• Access to STARKE trainers and the certified installer Facebook group
• STARKE Yacht Care Correction and Ceramic Coatings certification
• STARKE shirt and bucket, plus food and beverages both days
• $100 in-store credit

Who It's For

Marine detailing shops and installers ready to train on the STARKE system — and enthusiasts too. The techniques work across the board for the professional or the DIYer.

"The first time I hired a STARKE Pro my reaction when I saw the boat...it BLEW my mind he took an old faded and weathered boat and made it look brand new." — Capt. Eric Davis

Class Details

• Two days: Friday, August 20 & Saturday, August 21, 2027
• Both days start in the morning and run all day; exact times are in the detail email
• 10 seats available
• We'll email full class details a couple of weeks before the class
• MDSC Fort Lauderdale, 2821 SW 23rd Terrace, Unit 1, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Friendly Attendance & Refund Disclaimer

Please note that all class registrations are non-refundable.

If you're unable to attend the class you registered for, you're welcome to reschedule into any future class held at MDSC Fort Lauderdale. (Classes held at other locations are excluded from rescheduling.)

If rescheduling doesn't work for you, you may choose to receive your full deposit as store credit for the amount you paid.

If, for any reason, we need to cancel the class on our end, you may be eligible for a full refund.

If you need hotel recommendations, feel free to give us a call after you reserve your spot — we're happy to help get you set up.