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TUE • MAY 21 • 4:30PM PT
Sail Power For Cruisers
Boost your sailboat’s speed & efficiency while under sail. Master sail configurations & weather tactics for monohulls & catamarans.
MAY 25 - JUN 1 • 2024
Greece & The Aegean Sea
Sail with us on the Magical Aegean Sea, visit ancient ruins and old castles, and taste the real Greek Mediterranean diet.
TUE MAY 28 • THU MAY 30 • 4:30PM PT
Rules To Know Around The Race Course
Join champion racer Dave Perry as we master boat-on-boat tactics for successful racing—from start to finish line maneuvering.
Part 1 • TUE MAY 28 • 4:30PM PT
Rules You Need To Know Around The Race Course
Join champion racer Dave Perry as we master boat-on-boat tactics for successful racing—from start to finish line maneuvering.
Part 2 • THU MAY 30 • 4:30PM PT
Rules You Need To Know Around The Race Course
Join champion racer Dave Perry as we master boat-on-boat tactics for successful racing—from start to finish line maneuvering.
JUN 1 • 2024
Dalmation Islands, Croatia
Embark on an unforgettable sailing journey tracing a course across Croatia's beautiful coastline.
TUE • JUN 04 • 4:30PM PT
Voyage Planning In A Changing World
Learn how to plan and navigate safely with world-renowned sailor Jimmy Cornell as we cover planning essentials for global journeys.
THU • JUN 06 • 4:30PM PT
VHF Confidence: Mastering Marine Radio Communication
Gain confidence in your VHF skills. Learn how to master VHF communication from common uses to protocol nuances.
JUN 2024
British Virgin Islands, Caribbean
Find out why cruising sailors refer to the British Virgin Islands as a “sailor’s paradise.”
2 PART SERIES • TUE JUN 11 & THU JUN 13
ASA 102 Essentials
Learn how to master keelboat sailing essentials, from sail trim to crew roles, in preparation for your ASA 102 Certification.
PART 1 • TUE JUN 11 • 4:30PM PT
ASA 102 Essentials
In part one of this two-part series, we will dive into a quick ASA 101 review, followed by 102 topics including safety, boat handling, crew overboard, sail trim basics, and more.
PART 2 • THU JUN 13 • 4:30PM PT
ASA 102 Essentials
In part two of this two-part series, we will continue covering 102 essentials including sail shape, balance, trim techniques for various wind conditions and more.
Jun 2024
Victoria & the Gulf Islands
Join fellow sailors for a week cruising the beautiful San Juan and Canadian Gulf Islands to Victoria, BC.
JUN 2024
Islands of Belize
Experience the beauty of Belize on this sailing flotilla. Explore new locations every day, enjoy snorkeling, and more.
JUN 2024
Greece
Experience Greece's Corfu Islands through sailing, cultural immersion, and personalized bareboat chartering.
TUE • JUN 25 • 4:30PM PT
Worldwide Anchoring Techniques
Learn how to confidently anchor worldwide, gaining confidence and enhancing your cruising experience.
2 PART SERIES • TUE JUL 9 & THU JUL 11
Winning Tactics Around The Race Course
Master racing tactics with champion racer Dave Perry in this comprehensive online class series.
PART 1 • TUE JUL 9 • 4:30PM PT
Winning Tactics Around The Race Course
Elevate your racing game with expert insights from champion racer Dave Perry, covering essential boat-on-boat tactics for competitive success.
PART 2 • THU JUL 11 • 4:30PM PT
Winning Tactics Around The Race Course
Master boat-on-boat tactics for successful racing with champion racer Dave Perry. Learn strategic positioning for winning races!
JUL 2024
Islands of Belize
Experience the beauty of Belize on this sailing flotilla. Explore new locations every day, enjoy snorkeling, and more.
AUG / SEP • 7 DAYS • LIMITED SPOTS
Grand Tour of New England
AUG 2024
Gastro-Sail, Croatia
Explore the ancient city of Dubrovnik, Discover Ston & its well-preserved city walls and salt works.
AUG 2024
Dalmatian Islands, Croatia
SEP 2024
Turkey
SEP 18-22 • 2024
Seattle, WA
NOV 2024
Islands of Belize
Experience the beauty of Belize on this sailing flotilla. Explore new locations every day, enjoy snorkeling, and more.
DEC 2024
British Virgin Islands, Caribbean
Discover why the “Christmas Winds” make December in the BVI a sailing mecca!
DEC 2024
The Bahamas, Caribbean
DEC 2024
Islands of Belize
Experience the beauty of Belize on this sailing flotilla. Explore new locations every day, enjoy snorkeling, and more.
JAN 31 - FEB 7 • 2025
British Virgin Islands, Caribbean
JAN 8 - FEB 15 • 2025
British Virgin Islands, Caribbean
JUL 2025 • 8 DAYS • 1 SPOT REMAINING
Explore The Amalfi Coast Aboard Chronos
ASA TEXTBOOKS
Beginner
Learn to Sail
You have wanted to learn to sail your entire life. ASA can bring you closer to fulfilling your dream. Our collection of resources will get you out on the water safely and confidently. With 400 schools worldwide you can find a school near you. To help you get started, we have an large collection of new sailor resources including beginner sailing lessons, online courses, webinars, and mobile apps. Become an ASA member and enjoy the many benefits of being part of the largest sailing education organization in the world.
Intermediate
Build your Skills
So you know how to sail. Now what? Now you'll work on getting better, feeling more confident, and taking your sailing to the next level. Now that you have a basic foundation of sailing it's time to have fun with your new knowledge. You can focus on expanding your sailing resume to make you a more effective skipper. We have continuing education classes like Celestial Navigation (ASA 107), Offshore Passagemaking (ASA 108), Cruising Catamaran Sailing (ASA 114), and more.
Advanced
Sail the World
You are now ready to entertain the thought of sailing around the world, sailing in exotic destinations or quiting your job and living on a boat. You can safely navigate a boat in most conditions and you are only limited by your imagination. Your ASA certifications open the door to bareboat charters in Greece, flotillas in Croatia and family sailing vacations in the Caribbean. ASA partners, affiliates and schools are worldwide and they can help you find the sailing adventure that fits you best. ASA members get steep charter discounts - join today.
Online Learning
North U Courses & Webinars
Since 1980 North U has been the most prestigious organization in performance sailing education in the world...
Inside Sailing with Peter Isler
Inside Sailing with Peter Isler is a captivating series that immerses viewers in the beautiful world of sailing. The series explores sailing...
Online / Interactive Learning
It is important to understand that you cannot learn to skipper a boat without actually being on a boat but you can learn some of the information...
Docking Made Easy
Learn how to dock a sailboat under sail, or under power, in a variety of different scenarios. Sailing legend Peter Isler walks...
Bite Sized Lessons
We know that learning to sail can be overwhelming and there is a lot to take in. In an effort to help we’ve created...
Knots Made Easy
There are as many sailing knots as there are stars in the night sky — or so it seems. But the reality is that most sailors...
Membership Benefits
Your membership supports the important environmental and charitable initiatives that help to keep our waterways clean and give back to sailing communities.
ASA members enjoy unique discounts on charters around the world, paying for the cost of annual membership in a single day sail.
Discounts off sailing products including West Marine, iNavX, DAN Boater, Sailflow, and more.
Discounts on ASA Educational Video Series, ASA Webinars, magazine subscriptions and more!