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***PRIVATE EVENT***

1-Day BigFoot Random Orbital Paint Correction Class | BigFoot Academy Louisville, CO

This one-day class is ideal for users of varied skill levels from beginner-to-intermediate who want to get peak performance from the BigFoot Random Orbital Polishing Systems. This class features a blend of classroom theory and hands-on polishing designed to maximize the students’ learning.
Class Notes:  

• RUPES Introduction & History 
• Understanding the basics for R.O. paint correction 
• Foundational techniques 
• Edgework  
• Technique adjustments to enhance performance

Dates:

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 8:00AM – 4:30PM

Cost:

$199, with a $199 credit towards RUPES polisher or polisher kit

Lead Trainer:

Jason Rose – Global Director of Training, RUPES USA

Co-Trainer:

Sarah Coleman-Lienhart – BigFoot Academy Manager, RUPES USA

Max Attendance:

16

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***MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT***

The Aviation Detailing Association – Aviation Detailing, Paint Correction & Ceramic Coating Course | BigFoot Academy Louisville, CO

Get ready for an incredible opportunity! The Aviation Detailing & Ceramic Coating course, powered by the Aviation Detailing Association, RUPES, and Collins Aerospace, is just around the corner! Join us from June 5-7 at the state-of-the-art RUPES BigFoot Academy in Louisville, CO for an unforgettable experience. Not only will you receive top-notch training in aircraft detailing, but we’re also offering exclusive RUPES packages with unbeatable prices!  

Join us for the opportunity to learn detailing practices on not one, but 2 helicopters, including paint correction, bright work, and ceramic coating!

DAY 1 – Wednesday, June 5 

RUPES USA
Ideal for users who want to get peak performance from the RUPES Polishing Systems. This class features a blend of classroom theory and hands on polishing designed to maximize the students learning.  

• Brief RUPES Introduction & History 
• Basic Overview of Tool movements –Rotary, new XC-2 Compound, Forced Rotation, Focus on Random Orbital (RO) 
• RO System Design – including pad/polisher technology for low vibration. 
• RO System Overview – Understanding pads and compounds and how they differ  
• Foundational Techniques – RO priming, section size, basic technique, test spot,
  cleaning and maintenance 
• Live Instruction and Coaching – Students will paint correct 2 Helicopters

DAY 2 & 3 – Thursday, June 6 – Friday, June 7 

AVIATION DETAILING ASSOCATION 

Learn the ins and outs of Aviation Detailing – what to do and not do with emphasis on detailing safety concerning aviation specific systems + get your Aviation Detailing Association (ADA) Certification 

SAFETY – Detailed concepts and technical explanations for aviation systems and best practices 

• Proper Aircraft Detailing Practices 
• Proper Chemical Use 
• Aircraft Control Surface Identification & Aircraft Systems

BUSINESS PRACTICES

• Basic Business Etiquette  
• Aviation Business Insurance  
• Aviation Business Marketing 

CERAMIC COATING – Live Instruction and Coaching – Students will paint correct 2 Helicopters

BRIGHTWORK – Live Instruction and Coaching – Students will polish bright work on 2 Helicopters 

 Benefits Include:  

• Complimentary Aviation Ceramic Coating 
• Exclusive discounts from our sponsors on aircraft detailing supplies, ceramic coatings, and machinery and consumables. 
• Aviation Detailing Association Certification 
• ADA membership with a company profile on the ADA website. 
• 6-month free Detail Bookie subscription 
• Strong aviation insurance discounts 

 Don’t miss out on this chance to invest in your business and take it to new heights!  

Dates:

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM (RUPES Training)

Thursday, June 6, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM (Aviation Detailing Association)

Friday, June 7, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM (Aviation Detailing Association)

Cost:

$2,450.00 with $450.00 Deposit. Call 619-438-4972 or 580-318-7156 to register

Max Attendance:

15

Aircraft:

2 Helicopters

Call: 619-438-4972 or 580-318-7156

***MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT***

AMMO Master Class with Jason Rose and Kevin Brown | BigFoot Academy Louisville, CO

A 3-Day Training Course at the RUPES BigFoot Academy focused on professional detailing, business strategy, and product mastery. The Masterclass will be held June 18th – June 20th 2024. Register now to reserve your seat! We look forward to meeting you soon. This one’s going to be special.

Detailing Business with Larry Kosilla
Detailing is my business and business is good. Learn Larry’s business strategies, branding and image development, customer acquisition, and services to maximize profit as a detailing business. Target and retain high value customers and collections. Offer specialty services, filter your customers, and design a highly tuned business model. Utilize social media and strategically build your brand online. This is the AMMONYC masterclass in business and marketing. Buckle up.

Polishing Performance with Jason Rose
Understand the fundamental mechanics, form, and philosophy of professional paint correction. Get better results more quickly from your polishing system. Learn advanced polishing and sanding techniques using industry standard tools developed by Jason’s decades of experience in the industry. Test and hone your skills across a variety of detailing applications. Test tools and systems with instruction from the designer. This is precision polishing with Jason Rose.

The Detailing Deep Dive with Kevin Brown
Dive deep into detailing philosophy and product technology with detailing Godfather Kevin Brown. Decades of experience, a fundamental understanding of vehicle construction, material composition, product chemistry, and physics guide your learning of detail theory. Kevin’s practical demonstrations in ATA 200 are dialed up to 11 in this course. You will learn the “WHY” behind detailing techniques, products, and procedures. Ready to take notes?

Other Class Notes:

• Preservation & Restoration Techniques
• Advanced polishing & sanding
• Detailing & product theory
• AMMO Business & Marketing Strategies
• Branding & Image Development
• Profitability Mastery
• Customer Service Excellence
• Network Opportunities
• AMMO Gift Bag
• Polisher raffle

Dates:

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Thursday, June 20, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Cost:

$3000

Lead Trainers:

Larry Kosilla – Founder/CEO, AMMONYC

Jason Rose – Global Director of Training, RUPES USA

Kevin Brown – Founder/CEO, Buff Daddy

Co-Trainer:

Sarah Coleman-Lienhart – BigFoot Academy Manager, RUPES USA

***MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT***

1-Day Random Orbital & Ceramic Coating Training | BigFoot Academy | Louisville, CO

This one-day class is ideal for users of varied skill levels from beginner-to-intermediate who want to get peak performance from the BigFoot Random Orbital Polishing Systems. This class features a blend of classroom theory and hands-on polishing designed to maximize the students’ learning.

Class Notes:

• RUPES Introduction & History
• Understanding the basics for Random Orbital paint correction
• Foundational techniques
• Edgework
• Technique adjustments to enhance performance
• Ceramic coating details and application by Jade Ceramic Coatings

Dates:

Friday, June 28, 2024 10:00AM – 4:00PM

Cost:

$120 – includes sample D-A Compound Kit plus 1 bottle of ceramic coating

Max Attendance:

10

Lead Trainer:

Ilya Veremyev – Field Application Specialist, RUPES USA

Co-Trainer:

Michele Farr – Inside Sales Manager, RUPES USA

How to Register:

Call Brian Hoyt at 720-537-9248

***MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT***

3-Day Boat Polishing & Ceramic Coating Training | Gtechniq Marine BigFoot Academy Louisville, CO

In this class, you’ll have the opportunity for hands-on experience with the full range of Gtechniq Marine products. We’ll cover everything from prep and cleaning to maintenance items. The highlight will be learning how to apply our cutting-edge Ceramic Base and Ceramic Top coating products. By the end of the class, businesses attending will become certified members of the Gtechniq Marine Installer network.

You will also learn the essentials of gelcoat correction and polishing with RUPES. We’ll delve into the distinctions between gelcoat and paint, and you’ll discover techniques for sanding gel coat to eliminate oxidation and defects. Using rotary, gear-driven, and random orbital polishers, you’ll learn how to restore gloss and achieve professional results.

Dates:

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Thursday, July 11, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Friday, July 12, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Cost:

$795

Lead Trainer:

Jason Rose – Global Director of Training, RUPES USA

Co-Trainer:

Sarah Coleman-Lienhart – BFA Manager, RUPES USA

Max Attendance:

15

***PRIVATE EVENT***

Rebuilding Generations Youth Detailing Course | BigFoot Academy | Louisville, CO

RUPES is excited to host and participate in the first youth detailing class held at the BigFoot Academy in Colorado! Rebuilding Generations is a nonprofit youth mentoring program designed to bridge the gap between the younger and older generations by providing opportunities to work side-by-side in the repair and restoration of old vehicles.

Dates:

Monday, July 29, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Max Attendance:

16

Lead Trainer:

Jason Rose – Global Director of Training, RUPES USA

Co-Trainer:

Sarah Coleman-Lienhart – BigFoot Academy Manager, RUPES USA

***MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT***

2-Day BigFoot Paint Correction & Enhancement Class | BigFoot Academy | Louisville, CO

This two-day intermediate class is packed full of knowledge. From machine sanding severe defects to high-level polishing with all BigFoot machine movement types, this class covers a wide-range of paint correction topics and hands-on application. This class is ideal for technicians or enthusiasts who have some polishing experience and are ready to advance their game to the next level.

Class Notes:  

• Machine Sanding to remove defects  
• Refinement sanding to prepare paint for high-level polishing 
• Preventing dieback during intense paint correction 
• Selecting the right machine movement for the process 
• Random Orbital, Gear Driven, and Rotary Polishing techniques  
• Edgework  
• Paint variables  
• Technique adjustment impacts  
• Trouble shooting common paint enhancement problems  

Dates:

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Thursday, August 22, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Cost:

$399

Max Attendance:

14

Lead Trainer:

Alberto Quiroscabrera – Senior Technical Advisor, RUPES USA