Description
Basics of keelboat sailing certification
This is the entry-level sailing course for beginner or novice sailors. Our standard format includes up to 10 to 16 hours of training. This consists of 3 to 4 hours in a classroom and 6=12 hours on the water. The water training is divided into 2-4 separate sessions depending on class size. Private or semi-private lesson formats may differ slightly. Our one-on-one traiing format includes personalized training for the on-the-water portion. Our group format includes three to four students per boat and 3-4 on-the-water sessions. This approach ensures maximum learning outcomes customized to the individuals participating. Upon completing the course, you will earn the ASA Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification (ASA 101). This certification meets the ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing standard. You will learn essential boat handling and sailing skills. This includes rigging and unrigging the boat, tying basic knots, and understanding the rules of the road. You will explore points of sail, crew coordination, and safety equipment. Local sailing considerations, outboard motors, and docking under power will also be reviewed as needed. Finally, a general review will help reinforce your knowledge.
What you’ll learn!
| Rigging and Unrigging the Boat | Safety Equipment | Docking under Power |
| Basic Sailing Terminology | Sailing in confined areas | General Review |
| Rules of the Road | Docking Under Sail | |
| Points of Sail | Required Safety Equipment | |
| Fig-8 Over-Board Recovery | Rigging and Unrigging the Boat | |
| Crew Coordination | Local Sailing Considerations | |
| Basic Knots | Outboard Motors |
On-the-water Practical Sessions
Our practical sessions may be conducted on the famous J/24 sailboats that are renowned for their responsive yet stable platform, making it easy for beginners to learn. You may also learn on our beautiful Hunter 29.5, depending on class size and conditions. Our focus is to keep the student count low to ensure that each student gets individual attention from the instructor. We offer several different membership programs for renting our boats on an hourly basis, and this class also includes the check-out sail required to rent our sailboats.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive the ASA 101 Basic Keelboard Sailing Certification, which demonstrates their ability to safely skipper a cruising sailboat. This certification is recognized by the American Sailing Association
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