ASA 101- basic keelboat sailing
Duration: 2 days
Price: $850 per person
Add-On: Intro to Sailing (afternoon prior) — $250
ASA 101 is a 2-day course running from 9:30am–4:30pm. Each day begins with about an hour of classroom time to introduce or review core concepts, followed by on-the-water instruction aboard our 36’ sailboat. Students rotate between skipper and crew while learning sailing terminology, boat parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship, and essential safety—including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards. The course also includes access to a free Intro to Sailing online video. By the end of the second day, you'll be confidently steering a 36’ sailboat under power and sail and fully prepared for the ASA 101 certification exam.
Students may also add an optional Intro to Sailing session during checkout. This half-day course (12:30–4:30pm) takes place the afternoon before ASA 101 and offers extra hands-on practice with knots, terminology, and basic boat handling—ideal for those wanting extra time with the basics or anyone looking for a more relaxed start.
course schedule 2026
March 7 & 8
April 11 & 12
May 16 & 17
June 27 & 28
August 1 & 2
September 19 & 20
October 24 & 25
If you're eager to learn quickly, consider joining our Sailing Camp—a 5-day ASA 101+103 combo that takes you from absolute beginner to competent crew in one immersive week.
Wondering what happened to ASA 102? It’s an optional course designed for smaller boats and racing-style skills, which isn’t the primary focus of our cruising-based program. Because we train mostly on larger cruising vessels, ASA 102 isn’t part of our standard lineup—though Captain Clay is certified to teach it and can offer it by request.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We look forward to seeing you on the water!