No experience is necessary, the learning curve is steep, and we guarantee results. The cloak of mystery behind something as simple as sailing is lifted when it is brought down to the simplest and truest form. My wife and i bought asas sailing made easy as a companion book to our firstever foray into keelboat sailing. The course is family friendly and welcomes all ages over, with no boating experience required.
Take advantage of an intensive threeday sailing course where you earn your asa basic keelboat certification. This book is a must have for beginning sailers and learn by the seat of their pants sailers wanting to fine tune what they have learned. Basic keelboat sailing scheduling and pricing asa 101 our asa 101 basic keelboat sailing certified course is offered in a twoweekend format. The cost to you will be the same as the asa charges us purchasing the items in bulk.
Incorporated in the textbook are useful illustrations and exceptional photographs of complex sailing concepts. The asa bareboat cruising certification enables you to apply for us sailings international proficiency certification ipc which is required to book the clubs yachts. Atlantic yachting learn to sail nyc basic keelboat asa 101. If you wish the asa certification, we will gladly administer the exams, submit the paperwork to the asa and supply you with a logbook. Here at cfsa asa 101 is the most important course because it is the foundation of what sailing is all about. The asa test was a question, multiple choice test and wasnt very difficult. Asa 101, basic sailing able to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds up to 15 knots and sea conditions. Basic sailing maneuvers students must complete the 2 day introduction to sailing course or get special permission from a sail monterey instructor before enrolling in asa 101 basic keelboat sailing. It is also the official textbook for the basic small boat sailing asa 110. Asa 101 basic keelboat newport beach sailing school.
Be sure to compare prices listed on the asa website before purchasing from another source. Asa 101 basic keelboat certification black rock sailing. American sailing association, basic keelboat sailing certification. Sep 11, 2012 taking the asa 101 and asa 103 written exams since we finally decided on a school that is affiliated with the american sailing association for our next course, we just completed the asa 101 basic keelboat and asa 103 basic coastal cruising written exams with our current school.
Instead of getting bogged down with too much material, this textbook gives you what you need to know when you first start sailing, and nothing else. During this twoday course, you will receive instruction in such basic skills as preparation of the boat, rigging, hoisting and setting sails. Course description demonstrated ability to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 30 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. American sailing associations new full color, richly illustrated, 120page textbook for its basic keelboat certification level 101.
No experience, little experience or just want to brush up on the basics. This is just our first step into the world of sailing. Rest assured, after two days, youll have the vocabulary, knowledge, and the basic skills to sail a small keelboat with other sailors. This course will get you on the water sailing with confidence. From start to finish, the book is packed full of easy to understand instructions and explanations. This is our most basic course, and no auxiliary power or navigation skills required. All three asa certifications, asa basic keelboat 101, asa basic cruising 103, and asa bareboat cruising 104 are required to book the club yachts and are earned at your.
The basic keelboat certification is a prerequisite for all other sailing certifications. Our 2day public asa basic keelboat course is limited to 4 people so you get plenty of personal instruction. This course will provide you with a solid foundation, teaching you the essential skills youll need to command a boat up to a 30ft on your own. Students learn to sail on board a 22 foot sailboat with tiller and outboard motor and a 25 36 foot sailboat with auxiliary inboard power in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. American sailing association certification classes basic keelboat sailing asa 101 3 days. Total of three studentsyou and two other students, who we match you up with. The basic keelboat written exam contains 16 questions, some of which have multiple sections. This is a three or foursession, 12hour course taught by northern breezes sailing school instructors certified by the american sailing association asa. This is the one to read if youre just starting out with a keel sailboat. Each page is formated with clear illistration, accompanied by fully understandable text. Asa 101 basic keelboat certification south coast sailing. With an emphasis on learning through experience, we teach you practical skills that enable control and confidence on the water.
Ive taught sailing for 16 years at five different sailing schools. The us sailing certification series book on basic cruising, corresponding to the asa 103. A beautiful reimagining of peter bulls illustrations from the asa 101 textbook, sailing made easy, each card is 8. I purchased this book with the intention of using it as a study guide for sailny course in basic keelboat. This video is a walk through of what we experienced to give you a heads up on what to. The first book to buy for anyone interested in learning how to sail. This video is a walk through of what we experienced to give you a heads up on what to expect if youre considering taking the class. Asa 101, sailing made easysail magazine calls it the most comprehensive learn to sail book on shelves today. Learn how to sail by taking basic keelboat through us sailing. Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing try sailing asa 103 basic coastal.
Asa sailing made easy textbook 101 product description. This book is the us sailing textbook for the introductory coursebasic keelboat. However, none of them are worth keeping on your bookshelf. Asa 101 is recognized in all 50 states as the safe boater certification course and fulfills the requirements to operate a vessel. The textbook used for this course is sailing made easy available directly from the american sailing association, or your local book store. If you have never sailed, or have not sailed in a long time, this is where you start. Learn basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards. Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing the sailing academy. This and the asa basic keelboat, and many other boats are worth purchasing. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful. Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing the first step in the sailing progression. This book is the first step in a voyage that will last you the rest of your life. If you make the grade and most our sailing students do, your instructor will award you the asa 101 basic keelboat sailing certification. The asa 101 basic keelboat sailing course is a great introduction for beginners.
Learn everything you need to know to safely sail a fast, responsive boat. Qualified graduates will become charter certified for day sailing on 2027 keelboats. You will be able to do this by day in light to moderate winds up to 15 knots and sea conditions. Basic keelboat sailing asa 101 this course introduces students to sailing on the san francisco bay. Learn to sail basic keelboat asa 101 harbor sailboats. The national standard for quality sailing instructions the certification series.
Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing practice test write the term defined 1. Youre going to have a great time in your american sailing association asa 101 basic keelboat certification class from sailing florida charters. Asa s new 112page small boat book is printed in full color, and is protected by a waterresistant cover. Sailing is a sport that connects the generations and brings people to. The first of us sailings popular keelboat series, basic keelboat covers the skills and terminology required to responsibly skipper a small daysailing keelboat. The course combines classroom and on the water instruction. Keelboat sailing is a widelyrecognized sailing certification standard. Our and sailing study guide will help you easily pass your asa the pdf enables you have the study guide on your smart phone, notebook or. This shrinkwrapped set of ten laminated instructor cards is just the thing to assist your teaching at dockside and underway. Designed for those with little or no previous experience, the course covers the fundamentals of sailing, motoring, and docking on merit 25 s. American sailing associations new full color, richly illustrated, 120page textbook for its basic keelboat certification level. Text is clear and concise, and the books layout just makes sense, with each topic given its own twopage spread that allows students to seamlessly progress through subjects as they. Sailings popular keelboat series, basic keelboat covers the skills and terminology required to responsibly skipper a small. The superbly produced textbook, which will serve as the new official textbook for the asas basic keelboat course, is the perfect tool for learning the basics of sailing.
Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm. Basic keelboat breaks down maneuvers like tacking, jibing, docking and overboard recovery in a simple, understandable manner. After successfully completing our intensive 3day course, you will earn asa 101 basic keelboat certification. By the end of the two day, 14 hour sailing course youll shed the novice label.
Beginners who want to learn the basics of operating a sailboat, register for a basic keelboat course at an accredited us sailing school in your area. It is also the official textbook for the asa basic keelboat standard. Learning to sail is primarily a visual process, and sailing made easy gets it right with highquality, detailed illustrations and photographs. It provides enough but not too much info for people getting started. In preparation for class, students are asked to complete reading and homework assignments from the sailing made easy textbook. An advanced cruising standard for individuals with cruising experience. Used by sailing schools around the country, basic keelboat is the definitive the first of u. Basic keelboat us sailing learn to sail beginner sailing. Two to four students and one instructor will spend 85% of all class time on a capri 22 22 keelboat onthewater following a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles of sailing. Asa sailing certifications american sailing association. Official asa sailing textbooks american sailing association.
Well provide extensive on the water practice with a special emphasis on how to sail confidently and comfortably with a less experienced friend or family member. Get started on your sailing dreams with asa 101 basic keelboat sailing course. Chesapeake bay asa 101 basic keelboat sailing course. American sailing association learning to sail is just the beginning. Asa 101, basic keelboat sailing learn to skipper a 20 27 slooprigged keelboat by day, in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. It is also the official textbook for the asa basic keelboat standard asa 101.
A bundle of all 3 asa textbooks a great way to jump start your sailing education. Helpful for asa basic coastal cruising 103, bareboat charter 104 and instructor qualification 201, 203, 204. Sailing made easy, textbook for asa 101 basic keelboat sailing. Basic keelboat asa 101 our basic keelboat sailing course prepares you for a lifetime of sailing. By the end of the asa 101 course, you will be able to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length. Asa 103, coastal cruising made easythe official manual for asa. Basic keelboat certification lessons for the asa 101 exam, vol. Asa 101 basic keelboat certificate learn to sail in the. This is the american sailing association manual for its asa 101 basic keel board boats course. Basic keelboat and basic coastal cruising asa 104 is required for many bareboat charters in the caribbean and the bahamas. Basic keelboat sailing scheduling and pricing asa 101. There are few endeavors that necessitate mastering so much vocabulary as quickly as sailing. Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing ltd sailing learn to.
Basic keelboat is taught by asa certified instructors. Used by the best sailing schools around the country, basic. Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing what youll learn i sat on the deck of a sailboat and i listened to a teenager explain the basics of sailing. Basic keelboat 101 is a 2 day onthewater class from 9am to 5pm each day. After successfully completing the course, student will receive certificate of completion free 3hour skipper skill building session with one of our instructors free 4hour charter on one of our colgate 26 sailboats. Their other books are worth getting too, basic cruising, coastal navigation, etc. Check the bottom of the page for our exciting new online and online handson hybrid training. For those of us that learn best by the show me how methood basic keelboat sailing is the book to buy. Asa 101 and 103 discounted tuition available for students looking to advance their sailing knowledge in order to skipper their own wheelhelmed 2545 sailboat. The superbly produced textbook, which will serve as the new official textbook for the asas basic keelboat course, is the perfect tool for learning the basics of. Learn to sail in the caribbean and earn your asa 101 basic keelboat certificate. The course is completed over two full days and covers basic skills such as prepa. Sailing made easy the official manual for the asa 101 basic keelboat sailing course.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read sailing made easy. Sailors must act as skipper or crew of a 3050 foot boat, sailing by day in coastal waters. This fee also covers a year of membership dues to the asa. Our weekend public asa basic keelboat course is limited to 4 people so you get plenty of personal instruction. The us sailing certification series book on basic keelboat sailing, corresponding to the asa 101 certification. American sailing academy asa certification courses. Asas new 112page small boat book is printed in full color, and is protected by a waterresistant cover. Courses are scheduled each month, march through decemberschedule below. Sailing made easy, which sailing magazine called best in class upon its release in 2010, is the most comprehensive education and boating safety learntosail guide to date.
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