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HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS

EXPERT-LED TRAINING AT #DBMIBS2026: HANDS-ON 3-HOUR WORKSHOPS FOR BOATERS OF ALL LEVELS

ASOS

Sharpen your skills with hands-on workshops presented by Annapolis School of Seamanship (ASOS). Designed for both sail and power boaters, these small-group sessions deliver practical, real-world instruction you can use immediately.

$99 per workshopincludes Wednesday admission to the boat show.

⚠️ Only 20 seats per session—advance purchase strongly recommended.

Workshop #1: Diesel Engine Essentials (Sail)

Wednesday, February 11 | 12:30–3:30PM
Sailor's Cove at IGY Yacht Haven Grande, Room A

Get confident below deck. This immersive 3-hour workshop covers the operating principles, anatomy, and routine maintenance of marine diesel engines—plus, practical troubleshooting techniques that can mean the difference between a major problem and a minor inconvenience.

You’ll learn:

  • How marine diesel engines work
  • Key components and preventative maintenance
  • Common issues and real-world troubleshooting

Presented by: Captain John Martino, Annapolis School of Seamanship

Workshop #2: Stress-Free Docking & Close-Quarters Maneuvering

Wednesday, February 11 | 12:30–3:30PM
Sailor's Cove at IGY Yacht Haven Grande, Room B

Does docking make your palms sweat? Captain Matt breaks down the ropes, tricks, and techniques that make docking calmer, safer, and more predictable—whether you’re handling wind, current, or tight slips.

Topics include:

  • Situational awareness
  • Forces (wind, current, prop walk)
  • Line handling
  • Crew communication
  • Close-quarters maneuvering

Presented by: Captain Matt Benhoff, Annapolis School of Seamanship

SOLD OUT!

Ticket Details

Price: $99 per workshop

Includes: One-day admission to the boat show (Wednesday only)

Capacity: 20 seats per session

Lock in your seat before they sell out! Workshop tickets can be found towards the bottom of the list of available tickets using the link below.