ASA104 - Bareboat Cruising
Call 928.501.SAIL (7245) to Schedule
PRICE: Call Sailboat Shop for more info
DURATION: 2-5 days
LOCATION: California coastal waters
AGES: Recommended 18+
PREREQUISITE: ASA101, ASA103
This on-the-water course covers the basic sailing skills for bareboat chartering sailboats in the 30' to 45' range on multi-day cruises on inland or coastal waters in moderate to heavy winds and sea conditions.
Topics include: provisioning, galley operations, boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, routine maintenance procedures, advanced sail trim, coastal navigation including basic chart plotting and GPS operation, multiple-anchor mooring, docking, health & safety, emergency operations, weather interpretation, and dinghy/tender operation.
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Price includes written test and ASA Certification fees.
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR LESSON:
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Purchase your Official ASA course BOOK ONLINE (Bareboat Cruising Made Easy) and study prior to arriving. Bring book, notebook and pencil.
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Instructor will provide you with start time and more details on the overnight accommodations.
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Bring water (please no metal/glass), sunblock, a hat, and light jacket per weather.
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Shoes: non-marking outsoles, such as sneakers.
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Bring sailing or other durable gloves for handling lines.
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THE DAY OF YOUR LESSON:
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Please be on time.
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It will start with classroom training, then move into hands-on boat training.
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UPON COMPLETION OF COURSE:
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If you pass the course, the instructor will contact ASA with verification. ASA will send you the official 104 certification sticker.
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If you do not pass, you will have up to one year from date of course completion to retake test, free of charge.
Gratuity is always appreciated, but not required.
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All sales are final. Lessons may be rescheduled up to 72 hours prior to appointment.
If weather conditions are unsafe, Sailboat Shop will contact you to reschedule free of charge.
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There is no designated age minimum, but we recommend ages 16 and up, due to the physical requirements.