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Our ASA Sailing Courses

ASA 101 - Basic Keelboat Sailing

​Embark on your sailing journey with our ASA 101 course Basic Keelboat Sailing. Feel the thrill of the wind in your sails as you learn the art of sailing. This course covers the essentials, from nautical terminology to sail trim and basic maneuvers. Perfect for those who dream of dancing on the waves and mastering the wind!"

 

Course Content:

  • Introduction to sailing terminology

  • Basic sail handling and trim

  • Hands-on practice with steering, sail trim, and tacking/jibing.

  • Points of sail and basic maneuvers (tacking, jibing)

  • Safety procedures and equipment

  • Basic navigation rules​

Duration: 3 days (includes both classroom and on-water instruction)

Prerequisites: No prior experience required, Sailing Made Easy textbook study. â€‹â€‹â€‹

Certification: ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification

Price: US$850 per person or US$2800 for private class (max 4 persons)

ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing

ASA 103 - Coastal Cruising 

Take your sailing skills to the next level with ASA 103. Immerse yourself in the beauty of coastal waters, mastering docking, anchoring, and weather interpretation. This intermediate course is your gateway to coastal adventures, where every wave and breeze tells a story of freedom and exploration.

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Course Content:

  • Advanced sailing techniques, including reefing, heaving-to, and crew overboard recovery.

  • Coastal Navigation basics: reading charts, plotting courses, and using a compass, understanding tides and currents.

  • Basic weather forecasting

  • Anchoring, mooring, and docking under power.

  • Engine checks and troubleshooting

  • Duration: 3 days  (includes both classroom and on-water instruction)

  • Prerequisites: ASA 101 certification and review ASA 103 textbook Coastal Cruising Made Easy

  • Certification: ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising Certification

  • Price: US$1100 per person or US$3300 for private class (max 4 persons)

  • Vessel: well maintained 30-4o foot monohull (Jeanneau Sun Oddysey 32i) or multihull (Prout Snowgoose 37 Elite)

ASA 103 Coastal Cruising

ASA 104 - Bareboat Cruising 

Ready to embrace the full spirit of the sea? ASA 104 is your ticket to independence and adventure. This advanced course prepares you for bareboat chartering, teaching you the skills to navigate and manage larger vessels. Feel the thrill of extended cruising and the joy of setting your own course on the open water

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Course Content:

  • Comprehensive cruising preparation: provisioning,

weather forecasting, advanced navigation and passage planning.

  • Advanced navigation: electronic navigation aids (GPS, chart plotter), radar. 

  • Systems management: engine troubleshooting, electrical systems, and maintenance (electrical, plumbing, engine).

  • Advanced anchoring and docking techniques

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  • Duration: 3 days  (shorebased)

  • Prerequisites: ASA 101 and ASA 103 certifications , and review of following ASA text books:

  • Certification:  104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

  • Price: US$1100 per person (max 4 persons)

  • Vessel: well maintained 30-45 foot monohull well maintained

  • 30-4o foot monohull (Jeanneau Sun Oddysey 32i) or multihull.

  • Prout Snowgoose 37 Elite)

ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising

ASA 114 - Catamaran Cruising 

Experience and master  multihull sailing with our ASA 114 course. Specialize in cruising catamarans, mastering their unique handling and systems. Feel the stability and spaciousness of these magnificent vessels as you glide across the waves, embracing the essence of freedom and adventure.

Course Content:

  • Differences between monohull and multihull sailing

  • Catamaran-specific sailing techniques and maneuvers

  • Understanding catamaran systems (engines, electrical, water)

  • Docking and mooring with a catamaran

  • Safety and emergency procedures specific to catamarans

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  • Duration: 3 days  (includes both classroom and on-water instruction)

  • Prerequisites: ASA 103 and 104 certification and review ASA 114 textbook Catamaran Cruising Made Easy

  • Certification: ASA 114 Cruising Catamaran Certification

  • Price: US$1100 per person or US$3300 for private class (max 4 persons)

  • Vessel: well maintained 35-45 foot multihull (eg Prout Snowgoose 37 Elite)

ASA 114 Catamaran Cruising

ASA Bareboat certification course 9 days monohull (101,103, 104)

Embark on the ultimate sailing adventure with our comprehensive 9-day ASA Liveaboard Monohull Class. This immersive course is designed for aspiring sailors seeking to master the essentials of sailing, with hands-on training and real-world experience. Over the span of a week, you will cover ASA 101, 103, and 104 certifications, ensuring you are well-prepared to handle various sailing conditions and navigate with confidence.

​Join us for an unforgettable week on the water, where you’ll not only earn your ASA certifications but also create lasting memories and friendships. Set sail towards becoming a confident and capable sailor with our ASA Liveaboard Class.

What to Expect:

  • Liveaboard Experience: Spend nine days living aboard a well-equipped sailboat, experiencing the sailor’s life first-hand.

  • Expert Instruction: Learn from certified ASA instructors with years of sailing experience.

  • Hands-On Learning: Practice real sailing scenarios, ensuring you gain confidence and competence.

  • Scenic Routes: Sail through picturesque waters, stopping at beautiful anchorages.

  • All-Inclusive: The course fee includes instruction, accommodations on the sailboat, and meals (except for 3 dinners onshore).

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Why Choose Our ASA Liveaboard Class?

  • Intensive Training: Condensed and comprehensive, this course is perfect for those looking to fast-track their sailing education.

  • Real-World Application: Gain practical experience and build skills that are directly applicable to real-world sailing.

  • Supportive Environment: Enjoy a supportive and engaging learning environment with fellow sailing enthusiasts.

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  • Duration: 9 days, Saturday - Sunday  (liveaboard)

  • Prerequisites: No prior sailing experience required, study, study, study following ASA text books:

  • Certification: ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification, ASA 103 Coastal Cruising Certification, ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Certification

  • Price: starting from US$ 3350 per person (max 4 persons)

  • Vessel: Jeanneau Sun Oddysey 32i

ASA Bareboat certification course 7 days monohull
ASA 110 Small Boat Sailing

ASA 110 Basic Small Boat Sailing

Embark on an exciting 3-day course designed for those eager to master small boat sailing ! Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, the ASA 110 Small Boat Sailing course will help you gain the skills and confidence to sail small boats independently.

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Course Content:

  • Introduction to basic sailing terminology

  • Basic sail handling and trim

  • Hands-on practice with steering, sail trim, and tacking/jibing.

  • Points of sail and basic maneuvers (tacking, jibing)

  • Safety procedures and equipment

  • Basic navigation rules

What to Expect:

  • Age limitations: from 8 years old.

  • Each day includes 6 hours of hands-on instruction, ensuring a deep dive into the world of small boat sailing. Maximum 4 students per instructor.

  • Duration: 3 days (6 hours per day), 10am - 4pm

  • Price: $750 USD

  • Boats: Skiffs for youth aged 8-16, Lasers for those 16+, and Hobbie 16 or Dart 16 catamarans for those 16+.

  • No prior experience is necessary to start this adventure!

  • By the end of this course you will be able to skipper a non-ballasted centerboard/daggerboard monohull or multihull sailboat of approximately 8 to 20 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. â€‹

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