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Advanced Sailing Modules



Intermediate Coastal Cruising Module

Intermediate Coastal Cruising Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic Keelboat Sailing, Basic Coastal Cruising, and Navigation and Boat Systems modules

This course provides the knowledge you need to cruise safely along coastal waters during the day in moderate weather. You will live aboard our full-sized sailboat and sleep onboard at anchor during the night. This is a 2-day and 1-night course. This cruise teaches all the fundamental skills needed to charter and cruise successfully, including entering unfamiliar harbors, anchoring, sail handling, dinghy use and more.


Cost: $949.00
Duration: 2 days and 1 night, live aboard
Certification: Bareboat Charter (ASA 104)



Navigation and Boat Systems Module

Navigation and Boat Systems Prerequisite: None

This module is for the advanced sailor who wants to cruise or yacht charter. This course provides three 4-hour onshore classes in navigation, boat systems and maintenance.
Topics include:

  • Chart Reading
  • Tide
  • Currents
  • Anchoring
  • Docking
  • Instrument Use
  • Engine Maintenance.
Cost: $479.00
Duration: Three 4-hour Sessions
Certification: Coastal Navigation (ASA 105)



Advanced Coastal Cruising Module

Advanced Coastal Cruising Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic Keelboat Sailing, Basic Coastal Cruising, Navigation and Boat Systems, and Intermediate Coastal Cruising modules

This course provides the knowledge necessary to cruise safely along coastal waters day and night in any weather. Designed for the advanced sailor who wants to cruise or yacht charter. Course requires a three days, two night live aboard.
Topics include:

  • Chart Reading
  • Tide
  • Currents
  • Anchoring
  • Docking
  • Instrument Use
  • Engine Maintenance
Cost: $1,499.00
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights, live aboard
Certification: Advanced Coastal Cruising (ASA 106)