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Able to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of 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. Auxiliary power operation is not required.
Morning:
Tacking and gybing: Turning the boat through the wind
Collision avoidance: Basic rules of the road
Man overboard procedures: Recovery techniques
Practical:
Tacking and gybing practice: Developing smooth maneuvers
Afternoon:
Man overboard drills: Practicing recovery techniques
Morning:
Review: Key concepts, Q&A
Navigation basics: Chart symbols, basic plotting
Practical:
Skills assessment: Demonstrating learned skills under instructor observation
Afternoon:
Free sailing practice: Applying skills independently
Wrap-up and next steps: Further learning opportunities, ASA certifications
Practical:
Sailing assessment: Applying skills independently
The ASA 101, Basic Keelboat Sailing certification, is your passport to the world of sailing! It's an internationally recognized credential that signifies you have the essential knowledge and skills to skipper a sailboat up to 25 feet in length in familiar waters.
You should have successfully completed ASA 101, Basic Keelboat Sailing, and ASA 103, Basic Coastal Cruising, or have equivalent sailing experience. If you have not taken ASA 101 or ASA 103, please contact us so we can help determine the best path.
This course covers a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Not at all! This course is designed for complete beginners. Our experienced instructors will guide you through every step, ensuring you gain the knowledge and confidence to sail safely and enjoyably.
We have created a list to help. THINGS TO BRING.
We will do our best to sail as much as possible. However, safety is our priority. If conditions are unsuitable for sailing, we will conduct theory sessions and practical exercises on land or adjust the itinerary accordingly.
We keep our class sizes small to ensure personalized instruction and ample hands-on experience. Typically, there will be no more than 4 students per boat.
You will be sailing on one of our monohulls or catamans. You can have a look at our fleet here.
All prices are in AUD
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