Upcoming Sessions
Upcoming Sessions
Each class is Live on Zoom - a link will be emailed to you a day before the class begins!
How To Get Started as a Dolphin Trainer
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 - 2pm EST
This class is designed for anyone who loves dolphins but has no idea how to turn that into an actual career. You’ll walk through the real-world basics, including swimming expectations, education, experience, and certifications - so you can finally see how all the pieces fit together.
Drawing from Rachel's personal experience and proven Tursiteach Academy guidance, this session replaces confusion with clarity. You’ll also have time to ask your own questions, so you leave knowing exactly what your next step should be!
Building a Strong Dolphin Trainer Resume
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 - 2pm EST
This class breaks down what marine mammal facilities are really looking for when they review resumes, cover letters, and emails. You’ll learn what helps you stand out, what quietly gets applications tossed, and how to present your experience in a way that feels confident and professional - even if you’re just getting started.
Using real examples, insider insight, and live coaching, you'll know how to position yourself as a serious candidate. You’ll also be able to ask questions about your own situation so you can walk away knowing how to strengthen your competitive edge.
Dolphin Training 101
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 - 2pm EST
Is this you?
You loved your internship, but you didn’t feel like you got a strong foundational knowledge of training concepts and terminology. OR you’re in over your head at work and need to talk through your training challenges. OR you’re seeing a behavior from your animal you can’t identify so you can’t work through it. OR you’re interested in this field, whether you want to be a trainer or not, and want to understand what this “dolphin training” thing is really like.
This is the class for you. We’ll take a brief, but thorough deep dive into core concepts and common terminology you’ll encounter. Most importantly, you’ll sound professional and knowledgeable about training when you’re networking or interviewing with industry leaders. We’ll finish with a Q&A for anything else you’re curious about.
Ask Me Anything - Dolphin Trainer Edition
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 - 2pm EST
This session is your chance to ask anything about becoming a dolphin trainer: from applications and swim tests to internship characteristics, red flags to watch out for, and career path options. No scripts, no slides: just real, transparent answers from someone who’s been in the industry for over a decade.
Whether you’re just starting out, already applying, or in the industry looking for a change/guidance, this session gives you direct access to insight you won’t find online. Come with questions, leave with clarity, confidence, and a better understanding of what to do next.