ASA 102
Keelboat 2 - Sail Trim

There is a brand new ASA certification for 102 which is a class designed to provide additional sailing opportunities and detailed sail trim concepts and practices.  This class will be useful to sailors who have "gotten their feet wet" and are feeling comfortable with points of sail, tacking, gybing, MOB's and are interested in learning to fine tune their sails and increase speed.  ASA 101 is a prerequisite for this class but it also could be useful for more experienced sailors interested in focusing on sail trim and advanced sailing techniques.  ANSA teaches ASA 102 over 3 days, either on a long weekend, across multiple weekends, or during the week. Each class is taught mostly on the water (OTW) and offers 3 days of sailing. 

The class will be taught on an O’day 30, Hunter 31, or similar boat (30′ to 34′ length), with a wheel helm, and is considered a step toward increasing sailing skills on larger vessels on the Chesapeake Bay, whether cruising or racing.

Note that for students interested in continuing their sailing and possibly racing on smaller vessels 22' to 27' with a tiller helm, this may not be the class for them, and other schools may provide this class on a tiller helm boat.

This class focuses on teaching while sailing versus classroom lectures.  To make this possible, the student is expected to study independently, read the textbook in advance, and be proficient with all basic sailing skills and 101 knots before class begins.

PREREQUISITES:

Physically capable of performing duties under conditions presented.

ASA 101 Certification and possess an ASA ID (ASID).

ANSA Membership – Membership in ANSA is required for all students. Join ANSA

TEXTS AND MATERIALS:

ASA 102 Textbook  – The ASA 102 texbook is not yet available, however we will provide a detailed outline with illustrations of the material to be studied.

PREPARATION:

Please obtain the textbook in advance and read the book before the first class.  There are many details provided which are essential to getting the most out of your time on the water.  The exercises in the book are an excellent way to test your knowledge and also provide a quick study guide.

ASA provides an online tutorial for the class that may be helpful to review before taking the class.  This tutorial is available to all ASA members for a charge, and is free to ANSA students who register for this class. The code will be provided to all registrants.

ASA 102 over 3 days – $435

Price includes required ASA exam and certification.

Your spot in the class is not guaranteed until payment is received.