ASA 101
Keelboat 1 - Basic Keelboat Sailing

ANSA teaches ASA 101 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.

As a 101 student, you are trained to crew an inboard auxiliary powered sailing vessel on local waters (Magothy River, West River, Chesapeake Bay) during daylight hours within sight of land in moderate wind and sea conditions.  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, watch online videos and practice knots,  before and between classes.

PREREQUISITES:

Physically capable of performing duties under conditions presented.

ANSA Membership – Membership in ANSA is required for all students. Join ANSA
ASA (American Sailing Association) Membership – If you do not yet have an ASA  membership ID (ASID), please register for your ASID at www.asa.com/ASID (no charge) before attending your first class. In order to enjoy full ASA membership advantages, you may optionally pay for the annual ASA membership.

TEXTS AND MATERIALS:

ASA Logbook – Included and will be provided by ANSA
Sailing Made Easy by ASA (ISBN-10: 098210250X) – Required text, student purchase individually in advance or ANSA can provide a loaner book

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 101 over 3 days – $495
Veterans or Active Duty: - $445

Price includes required ASA exam and certification.

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