A more advanced course for students with some cruising experience. Beginning Friday evening 2 day, 2 night live aboard adventure that teaches students to sail a 30-50 ft boat by day in coastal waters as both skipper and crew. This course covers topics such as meal planning and provisioning, boat systems and general maintenance. Also covered are basic navigation skills and chart plotting, VHF operations, rules of the road, anchoring skills, maneuvers under power, man overboard recovery and more docking.

Prerequisites: ASA 101 & 103.

ASA 104 Bareboat Chartering Certification

During this 2-day, hands on course, students will learn basic docking theory and will also gain an understanding of the forces at work on a vessel while docking. Students will also spend a great deal of time practicing docking techniques on the water. After completion, students will earn the ASA 118 Docking Endorsement Certification to add to their sailing resume.

Prerequisites: ASA 101 & 103 (Basic Keelboat and Basic Coastal Cruising)

ASA 118 Docking Endorsement Certification

Students learn to sail a boat of about 26 ft. in length in light to moderate winds over 2 days - Saturday & Sunday. The course includes an introduction of the basic boat, learning the points of sail, basic sailing techniques, safety and seamanship skills. The class is taught on a Colgate 26 which is easy to use and comfortable for new sailors. Our Colgate's feature spacious cockpits with stainless steel railings and dual controls for the instructor which provides a safe secure platform for beginners. The Colgate 26 is currently used by both US Coast Guard and US Naval Academies to train their new cadets and midshipmen. 

(After completion of course, students will receive an American Sailing Association (ASA) Basic Keelboat certification, Skill Building session with an instructor for a ½ day, and a free ½ day charter.)

ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Certification

General Description: This hands-on lesson will teach you basic sailing terminology, rigging techniques, and basic sailing maneuvers aboard one of our outstanding training vessels.  This program is a great way to be introduced into the enjoyment, relaxation, and adventure of sailing!

Please note that this course is not an American Association Certification 

Introduction to Sailing Program