Welcome to Your First Sail, the American Sailing Association’s short, fun online eCourse designed to familiarize you with the world of sailing, one that some see as a sport and others choose as a lifestyle. Click here to learn more about ASA eCourses.
The American Sailing Association is committed to helping you understand, appreciate and fully enjoy the incredible world of sailing.
If you thought you could never learn to sail because you don't own a boat, think again. Through the combination of nonprofit organizations that have expanded affordable access to sailing resources and ASA's varied catalog of sailing classes, sailing is accessible to virtually everyone.
ASA will do much more than simply show you the basics; our affiliated schools can teach you everything you need to be a skilled and experienced sailor, including helping you earn your sailing certification.
If you'd like to learn more, the best way to start your journey is to explore ASA.com for sailing schools like those in the beautiful Bay area. We recommend that you begin your tour by reading some of the detailed articles featured here on keelboat resources, certification program information and more.
Latest News from American Sailing Association
Announcing the 2011 Outstanding ASA Sailing Schools and Instructors based on student evaluations submitted to ASA in 2011. Click here for list.
New to ASA - Find a Charter Company & Find a Sailing Club - We have added two new sections to our website: Find a Charter Company and Find a Sailing Club. These sections are accessible from most pages on our website. Just look for the button in the left navigation panel to find a Charter Company or Sailing Club in your area.
ASA SAILING WEEK June 15th thru June 22nd, 2012 - Come to Sailing Camp this summer for the sailor and non-sailor alike! The American Sailing Association is teaming up with the Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Marina in beautiful St. Petersburg Florida to bring you a fantastic week of sailing and fun under the sun. The activities will range from casual day sailing aboard keelboats from Beneteau, Catalina and Hunter, to docking and man overboard skills practice, learn teamwork on fun races or try small boat sailing, fly a spinnaker, learn new knot tying skills and lots more! Whether you prefer to sail, visit the spa, or just lay by the pool, you’ll have plenty of like-minded people around. Click here.
ASA MONTHLY E-NEWS - To access previous issues of the ASA monthly
E-Newsletter click here
ASA Local Sailing Club - The American Sailing Association launches its Local Sailing Club program. Participation is open to anyone who has an interest in sailing or learning more about sailing should click here to find out more…
FLOTILLAS
Caribbean: St. Martin in the Leeward Antilles Flotilla, April 20-28, 2012- Enjoy interesting shops and restaurants in French St. Barts and St. Martin, relaxed West Indian atmosphere in Dutch St. Maarten, lovely beaches and marine parks in British Anguilla, and fantastic sailing between all. Click here
Exuma Islands Flotilla in the Bahamas, April 28-May 5, 2012 - This is a unique flotilla on small 21 foot Sea Pearl sailboats. This flotilla will camp on the islands and tour the beautiful islands with a local guide. This flotilla is limited to 10 participants. Click here
Greek Islands Flotilla June 9-16, 2012- Join ASA in the beautiful Saronic Gulf of the Greek Isles. Enjoy lively travernas, shopping and relaxing in quiet bays with fellow sailors. Click here
Victoria and San Juan Islands Flotilla, June 15-22, 2012- This flotilla will visit the historic Canadian city of Victoria, which boasts a spectacular harbor. Other stops include tranquil, seldom-visited Winter Cove in the Canadian Gulf Islands as well as Rosario on Orcas Island and Roche Harbor in the beautiful San Juan Islands of northwest Washington. Wildlife abounds in these areas and includes bald eagles and orca whales. Click here
Aegean Rally July 14-23, 2012 & Aegean Regatta August 18-26, 2012 Why not join the ASA this summer in the Greek Islands? Join the crew of a 57ft racing ketch as she races around the Greek islands. 2 regattas to choose from each sailing in totally different island groups. Click here for general info. You may also download a 16-page brochure
Croatia Flotillas Week 1 September 1-8, 2012 and Week 2 September 8-15, 2012 -
Join us for one week or both as we cruise the blue waters of the Dalmatian coast from Split to Dubrovnik and back to Split. Historic sites, gorgeous scenery, mouthwatering food and fantastic sailing will make this a vacation you will never forget. Click here
Grenada Flotilla October 3-13, 2012 in the Southern Caribbean! - Grenada, the Tobago Cays, and a dozen other enchanting islands call to you. Discover beautiful white and black sand beaches, spice plantations, rum distilleries, coral gardens, world-class snorkeling, and superb tradewind sailing with air and water in the 80's. This is a sailor's paradise... Click here
The New ASA Social Media Link found here and in the Header Navigation Bar, is the portal to the ASA Blog, ASA Facebook page, ASA Twitter account and ASA Youtube Channel. Join us in the conversation and adventure.
The New ASA Store is now open. Drop in and experience great savings on gear, books, clothing and much more. Members also save 20% on all items.
The Recreational PowerBoating Association (RPBA) was formed in 2009 in a direct response to the need for a national powerboater education program that emphasizes a practical, hands on approach. The RPBA’s mission is to be the leader in delivering the highest quality practical powerboater education in the United States, emphasizing safety, knowledge and practice as the confidence-building cornerstones to promote the powerboating lifestyle. Visit the RPBA website for more information:www.TheRPBA.com
Boater Education Card- By taking a boating safety course with the American Sailing Association's partner, BoaterExam.com™, you help make our waterways safer and more enjoyable. Your boater education card may help you avoid fines from states where mandatory boater education laws are in effect, and may also entitle you to a reduction on your marine insurance. More information...
Endorsements - ASA has added several "Endorsement" courses to our certification program. Endorsements provide in-depth study of a single topic such as radar, weather, docking or basic celestial navigation and are not requirements for the 101 through 108 sequence.
Read articles from our world-class ASA sailing instructors and sailing schools in our quarterly member magazine, American Sailing Journal
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