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The world needs skilled sailors.
It takes a courageous soul to take the helm of a sailboat and set out for distant waters – one whose heart beats to answer the call, and whose mind is in tune with all the sea and sailboat will require of them. Sunsets, stories – even family legacies – await just over the horizon. Whether your sailing stories have yet to be written or you’re ready for your next chapter, the world needs competent, safe, well-educated sailors who know how to create a great day on the water for everyone aboard. Welcome aboard, sailor.
ASA certifications for every sailor
Keelboat Sailing 1
Become a sailor. Learn the language of sailing and practice essential skills like hoisting sails, tacking, and navigating safely on the water.
Keelboat Sailing 2
Refine your sail trim, boat handling, and maneuvering skills while learning good crewmanship and teamwork.
Coastal Cruising
Prepares sailors for more advanced and independent cruising aboard larger boats and navigating coastal water.
Bareboat Cruising
Gain the skills and confidence to skipper a mid-sized cruising boat on multi-day trips, managing all aspects of boat and crew responsibilities.
Coastal Navigation
Learn traditional navigation skills and methods to explore new cruising grounds and handle the ever-changing conditions of coastal waters.
Advanced Coastal Cruising
Learn more advanced techniques and seamanship required to navigate coastal waters confidently in all weather conditions, day or night.
Celestial Navigation
ASA 107 Celestial Navigation is for sailors who want to master the timeless art of navigating by the stars
Offshore Passagemaking
ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking is the pinnacle of sailing education, designed for sailors who are ready to tackle the challenge of open-ocean adventures.
Small Boat Sailing
ASA 110 Small Boat Sailing is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to experience the thrill and simplicity of sailing on a small boat.
Cruising Catamaran
ASA 114 Cruising Catamaran is the key to unlocking the unique pleasures and challenges of multihull sailing
Dinghy & Outboard Endorsement
ASA 116 Dinghy and Outboard Endorsement is a must for any sailor looking to master the essential skills of operating a dinghy safely and confidently.
Celestial Endorsement
ASA 117 Basic Celestial Endorsement is the perfect entry point into the fascinating world of celestial navigation.
Docking Endorsement
ASA 118 Docking Endorsement is the perfect course for sailors who want to master the art of docking with confidence and precision.
Marine Weather Endorsement
Radar Endorsement
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Continuing education with online classes
As an extension of our core curriculum offered at ASA Affiliate Schools, American Sailing offers ongoing sailing education from the comfort of your own home. Each class is a supplement to one of our certification courses, and is structured with interactive presentations by seasoned sailors who answer your live questions during the class. Many of the classes are available on-demand as well, and all classes are available on-demand for a limited time to attendees. Take advantage of this powerful continuation to your sailing education today! American Sailing members enjoy discounted rates.
Upcoming LIVE Online Classes
Explore the world with American Sailing Vacations
Learn-to-sail Vacations
American Sailing schools can be found in destinations around the world and many of them offer learn-to-sail vacation packages.
Flotillas
Flotillas sail as a fleet of sailboats, each operating independently along with a lead boat and flotilla leader who knows the local area well.
Cruises
American Sailing partners with luxury yacht owners so our sailors can enjoy iconic destinations aboard the finest sailing vessels in the world.
Upcoming VACATIONS
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