Keelboat Sailing in the Bay (ASA 101)
Always wanted to learn how to sail but not sure where to start? This is an American Sailing Association-accredited introductory course to sailing with no pre-requisites, perfect for beginners! This course allows you to skipper in the US and leads to the ASA's International Proficiency Certificate which lets you skipper in most European countries! Beginners are strongly encouraged to form their own crew of at least 4. This course covers one module.
Swedish Match 40 (SM-40)
The SM-40 is the ultimate sports craft, designed specifically for the World Racing Match Tour by Swedish sailing legend Pelle Peterson. The 40-foot slender creation has exceptional maneuverability, hefty sail size, and high speed – a perfect tool for sailors to develop their match-racing skills. The SM-40 has been used by elite sailors for racing at the America’s Cup, one of the most prestigious events in the sailing world.
Per pax:
SGD 2,728.50
TOTAL duration: 4 Days, INCLUSIVE OF:
- 4 days of sailing practicum and theory
Please WhatsApp us at 82670886 for course dates.
Class size is up to 6.
CERTIFICATE SPECIFICATIONS:
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Able to skipper a 20' - 27' sloop-rigged keelboat during the day, in light to moderate winds and sea conditions
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This certificate allows you to skipper in the US.
Module outline:
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Basic Sailing Terminology
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Parts and Functions
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Helm Commands
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Basic Sail Trim
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Points of Sail
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Buoyage
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Seamanship
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Safety
module Details:
Knowledge:
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Basic Sailing Terminology
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Manoeuvres and Points of Sail
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Navigation Rules
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Aids to Navigation
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Safety Gear and Procedures
Skills:
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Safety Equipment
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Sailing
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Man Overboard (Person in water)
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Return and Secure
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Knots
More information on the course:
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Pre-course study and on-the-water training sessions.
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Written exam at the end of the course
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Classes will be conducted on our boats (For more information on what our boats look like, refer to our Meet our Fleet page)
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Successful candidates will receive an American Sailing Association certificate upon completion.
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Students will then be eligible for the next course level of Basic Coastal Cruising Standard (ASA 103)
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The course brings you one step closer towards the ASA's International Proficiency Certificate (IPC) which requires ASA101, ASA103 and ASA104.
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The IPC allows you to skipper in the US and select *European countries.
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* European countries include Belarus, Croatia, France, Greece, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Course run time:
4 days of Sailing Practicum and Theory
*Students have the option to stay overnight but are not required to*
Pre-requisites:
None
Courses are conducted year-round.
Note that photographs and videos taken during the course may be used for training and marketing purposes.
*Please refer to the Terms & Conditions here.
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