Courses Overview

Building on the success of its full-time programs, IYRS has teamed up with leaders in the marine industry and experienced instructors to provide time-efficient continuing education courses in modern marine and restoration craftsmanship. The curriculum is designed for maritime service professionals, boat yard employees and marine enthusiasts.  Several of the marine systems courses have been developed in partnership with the 

The IYRS course offerings include comprehensive courses in marine systems, boatbuilding, metalworking, woodworking, and marine applications. Each course is hands-on. Students learn by doing and when a course is completed, a IYRS Certificate is awarded attesting to the student’s proficiency.  

Course Locations

Restoration Hall – 449 Thames St. Newport, RI 02840 
Bristol Facility – 253 Franklin St. Bristol, RI 02809 
Museum of Yachting – Fort Adams State Park Newport, RI 02840

Lodging Information

Many types of lodging accommodations are available for you and your family at many establishments whether you are taking a class at our Newport or Bristol campuses. A list of lodging accommodations is available to help plan your trip to IYRS. Many of these establishments offer a preferred rate to guests attending a class at IYRS.

Member Discount

IYRS and Museum of Yachting members can receive a discount on most courses. Log on to www.iyrs.org for more detail, updates and new additions and to register. 

Click here for the 2010 course schedule

Or Click on the course headers below to view the schedules

Marine Systems

Marine Applications

Woodworking

Build Your Own Boat

Customized Training Programs