“Learn To Sail” Basic Keelboat (ASA 101)
Prerequisites: NJ Safe Boating Certificate (click for details)
This course makes sailing easy and gets you out there sailing on your own in just 2 days of instruction. You will learn from ASA award winning instructors at the American Sailing Association’s Outstanding School of the Year. You will be sailing on the 23ft Pearson Ensign that is in the Sailing Hall of Fame. The Ensign’s 9ft open cockpit and heavy full keel make the boat comfortable, stable and fun to learn on. Each day you will gain the skills and knowledge to confidently sail in familiar waters during average weather. You will be sent a welcome letter and text book, with a detailed explanation of how to prepare for the course. The first day will begin dockside with knot tying and safety instruction. The class will then go out sailing from our dock which is exclusively used by the sailing center. Within minutes of leaving you will set sail for approximately 2-3 hours of on-the water training and return to the dock for a 1 hour lunch break. We recommend that you bring a lunch and enjoy eating on our 2000 sq ft covered porch over looking the water, or there are local delis if you prefer. The afternoon session will continue on the water for 4 hours of training. Docking practice will be conducted every time you go out and come in. The second day continues with approximately 3 hours of sailing, a 1 hour lunch break, and then back out for another 3 hours of on-the-water training followed by the optional written exam.
Course times are 9am to 5pm and the price includes 12 hours of On-the-Water Instruction and the ASA Sailing Made Easy textbook & ASA Deluxe Certification Package (see below for details):
· $404 per student for a Group Course (3-4 students)
· $1008 Private Course for 2 students
· $1366 Put together your own Private Group of 4 students
This is a mandatory requirement for each ASA student:
ASA Deluxe Certification Package which provides you with formal qualifications in order to rent sailboats at other facilities here in the US and abroad, as it is becoming more necessary to be qualified, even if you have years of experience. Price includes ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Certification (click here for the ASA Standard) , exam, logbook, Federal Requirements Boater’s Guide, sailing DVD and ASA Membership Benefits (click here for details):
We highly recommend this additional option that will enhance your experience:
3 Hour Practice Sail includes a 3 hour boat rental up to 23’ that must be purchased & used during the season of your course (One-time offer). Take advantage of this discounted pricing to get you back out after your course to practice your new skills and prove your accomplishments. Obtaining sailing education is an important step toward a lifetime of sailing enjoyment, yet education is just part of the process. We highly recommend that each course be augmented with a minimum of 24 to 40 hours of practice.
· $75 plus tax
Your experience with us will be the best value your money can buy!
Where you sail does make a difference; our new facilities, superior instruction, sailing location, and equipment are unrivalled by any other school in NJ/NY/PA. We highly encourage you to visit us and other schools in person. Our dedication to your success does not end with your class. Our greatest asset to beginning sailors is our ability to get you out sailing after the class and gain experience with one of the largest rental fleets on the east coast. “You will sail on your own, but you’re not alone”; Our dock master will be there to assist you leaving the dock and coming back in. You will be able to talk to us with the VHF radio for questions while sailing. We have chase boats always standing by to assist you on the water.
Please note: $200 deposit required to receive course material prior to scheduling. Please provide a minimum of three available dates for course attendance. If we are unable to schedule you, your deposit will be refunded less any material costs. A minimum $50 Rescheduling Fee may apply.
