MJM Yachts Launches “She’s the Captain”

New Women’s Boating Program With USCG Licensed Captain Lauren Warren.

Published: Saturday, May 30, 2026 9:00 am

Luxury performance boat builder MJM Yachts is proud to announce the official launch of the “She’s the Captain” program, which the builder developed in partnership with Capt. Lauren Warren, U.S. Coast Guard 100-ton licensed captain and owner of Upper Chesapeake Boat School in Chesapeake City, Md. Designed for women who are new to boating or looking to improve their boating skills, She’s the Captain classes will be offered free of charge exclusively through MJM Yachts dealers. Women who are interested can visit mjmyachts.com/shes-the-captain to find a class near them.

“Most boating courses today are only offered on-shore or online. Among the on-water courses that are available, few are taught by licensed captains and fewer still by female licensed captains. Capt. Warren has more than 20 years of experience and a relaxed, reassuring teaching style that earns her rave reviews. We are excited to partner with her and our dealers to offer She’s the Captain classes to women boaters, knowing it will help them build their confidence and increase their enjoyment at the helm,” says MJM Yachts President & CEO Natascia Hatch.

“I’m delighted to work with MJM to create a women-only classroom and on-the-water experience. Our goal is to create a comfortable, supportive environment where women can build confidence while learning the fundamentals of boating – including safety, emergency protocols, docking, and line handling,” Warren says.

The inaugural She’s the Captain classes will be offered at the following MJM dealerships. (Advanced registration is required.)