Set Sail on Your Captain's Journey

Start your USCG Captain’s License training with Lake Superior Captain’s Academy. Offering in-person classes in Duluth, MN, and Superior, WI, we provide Coast Guard-approved courses to help you navigate a new career on the water. From fishing charters to inspected passenger vessels, your maritime future begins here!

✔ 6-Pack, OUPV, Masters 100 Ton Captains Class

✔ USCG-approved, in-person courses

✔ Hands-on training

✔ Small class sizes and expert instructors

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USCG Captain's Licensing
OUPV Captain's Classes
Master Captain's License
License Renewal Assistance

Our Upcoming Courses

From OUPV Six-Pack Licenses to Master Captain’s Upgrades, our Coast Guard-approved courses provide everything you need to set sail on a rewarding maritime career. Explore hands-on training, expert instruction, and personalized guidance tailored to your goals.

License Renewal Assistance

Price range: $95.00 through $245.00

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Tutoring for Aspiring Captains ($60/hr)

$60.00

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OUPV Captain’s Class – Sept 27th to Oct 4th, 2025

$995.00

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Navigating Your Path to Success

At Lake Superior Captain’s Academy, we are passionate about helping aspiring captains achieve their maritime dreams. Based in the Twin Ports of Duluth, MN, and Superior, WI, we specialize in providing Coast Guard-approved courses that prepare students for successful careers on the water.

With expert instructors and a comprehensive curriculum, we offer hands-on training for OUPV (Six-Pack) and Master Captain’s Licenses, along with renewal services to keep your credentials up to date. From fishing charters to ferry boats, we guide you every step of the way, ensuring you have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate your future.

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Why Choose Us?

Trusted by aspiring captains, we provide expert training, personalized support, and a seamless path to earning your USCG license.

Bite Sized Tests

Tests are broken into manageable sections throughout the course.

Expert Guidance

We help with sea service documentation, paperwork, and exam preparation.

All Levels Welcome

Whether you're a seasoned mariner or a beginner, we provide a welcoming environment for all.

Complete Solution

Gain hands-on skills and knowledge with Coast Guard-approved courses.

What Our Students Say

Hear from our graduates about their journey with Lake Superior Captain’s Academy and how we helped them set sail on successful maritime careers.

The class was challenging, informative, professional, and fun. Rena brings great energy and passion to the content and has lots of real world experience that helps make it all relevant. 100% recommend.
James Hall
James Hall
Rena did an amazing job teaching to our group. Everyone in our class came away a better boat pilot and successfully completed our course.
Rick Egge
Rick Egge
Lake Superior Captains Academy and instructor Rena far exceeded all expectations. The class was entertaining, well thought out and very informative. Rena is a fantastic and passionate instructor who truly understands the material from instructional and hands-on experience. If you want to earn your captains license, this is without the doubt the best option.
Josh Clymer
Josh Clymer
Great class that all boaters should take to know the rules of the water way! The instructor is very passionate about mariner skills, which makes the class engaging.
Robert Siedlecki
Robert Siedlecki
Learning is a lot easier when you have the right instructor and Rena is the right one. Not only does she teach the class well but there are many things that I will not forget because of the way it was taught.
Todd Carlson
Todd Carlson
The instructor was well educated, helpful, and very patient. Recommend to anyone looking to get their captains license.
Josh Clymer
Josh Clymer
The class was challenging, informative, professional, and fun. Rena brings great energy and passion to the content and has lots of real world experience that helps make it all relevant. 100% recommend.
James Hall
James Hall
Rena did an amazing job teaching to our group. Everyone in our class came away a better boat pilot and successfully completed our course.
Rick Egge
Rick Egge
Lake Superior Captains Academy and instructor Rena far exceeded all expectations. The class was entertaining, well thought out and very informative. Rena is a fantastic and passionate instructor who truly understands the material from instructional and hands-on experience. If you want to earn your captains license, this is without the doubt the best option.
Josh Clymer
Josh Clymer
Great class that all boaters should take to know the rules of the water way! The instructor is very passionate about mariner skills, which makes the class engaging.
Robert Siedlecki
Robert Siedlecki
Learning is a lot easier when you have the right instructor and Rena is the right one. Not only does she teach the class well but there are many things that I will not forget because of the way it was taught.
Todd Carlson
Todd Carlson
The instructor was well educated, helpful, and very patient. Recommend to anyone looking to get their captains license.
Josh Clymer
Josh Clymer

Ready to Launch Your Maritime Career?

Take the first step toward your USCG Captain’s License with Lake Superior Captain’s Academy. Join our Coast Guard-approved courses and start navigating your future today.
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Ready to Launch Your Maritime Career?

Take the first step toward your USCG Captain’s License with Lake Superior Captain's Academy. Join our Coast Guard-approved courses and start navigating your future today.
Sign Up Now

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