BASIC MARINE DETAILER TRAINING
Basic Marine Detailer Training
Build the foundation the right way.
Basic Marine Detailer Training is a 2-day in-person, hands-on course built for new marine detailers, entry-level technicians, auto detailers moving into marine work, and business owners who need a repeatable beginner training process for their crew.
This course teaches foundational execution using the MAD Soaps safe wash, prep, and basic one-step correction process. Students will learn how to clean, decontaminate, inspect, prep, polish, and protect marine surfaces without creating damage or skipping critical steps.
This is not an advanced restoration course. It is the starting point for learning how to perform professional marine detailing work safely, consistently, and with the right process.
Course Details
Format: 2 days, in-person training
Location: MAD Soaps, 2830 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
Investment: $1,250 per attendee
Seats: Limited enrollment
What You’ll Learn
The MAD Soaps safe wash process
How to identify common marine surfaces and sensitive areas
How to inspect a boat before starting work
How to document condition before service
Safe wash and decontamination protocols
How to avoid damaging gel coat, decals, vinyl, nonskid, canvas, glass, stainless, and hardware
Basic prep workflow before polishing or protection
How to use a dual-action polisher safely
Basic DA polishing and enhancement techniques
How to perform a simple one-step correction process
How to understand the difference between enhancement and full correction
Introductory ceramic application basics
How to prepare a surface for basic protection
How to follow a repeatable workflow instead of guessing
How to perform a final inspection before delivery
What’s Included
2 days of in-person training
Safe wash and decontamination protocols
Basic DA polishing and enhancement
Introductory ceramic application
Foundational Certificate of Completion
Training materials and worksheets
Hands-on instruction
Basic process checklist
Best For
This course is best for new marine detailers, entry-level technicians, auto detailers moving into boat detailing, shop owners training new staff, and anyone who needs a strong foundation before moving into advanced correction, ceramic, or marine protection film training.
This Is Not For
People looking for advanced sanding or heavy correction training
Experienced technicians who already understand marine prep and polishing
Anyone looking for a quick shortcut
People unwilling to do hands-on work
Anyone who thinks marine detailing is the same as washing a car
Important Registration Terms
Payment is required to reserve your seat.
Course dates are selected at checkout or through the available product options.
Seats are limited and sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Because this is a limited-seat in-person training, registrations are non-refundable within 14 days of the selected course date.
MAD Soaps may reschedule the course due to weather, safety, instructor availability, or operational needs.
Attendees may be photographed or filmed during training for educational and marketing purposes.
Reserve your seat and learn the foundational MAD Soaps process for safe, professional marine detailing.