Learn to Sail

Sailing Education

Plan your certification path and stay safe with interactive checklists. From first lesson to Yachtmaster.

Certification Roadmap

Track your progress through recognized sailing qualifications.

L1

Basic Keelboat Sailing

Learn to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat in light to moderate winds and sea conditions.

~20 hours

Points of sailTacking & gybingBasic knotsCrew overboard recovery
L2

Basic Coastal Cruising

Cruise in familiar waters as both skipper and crew on auxiliary powered sailboats.

~24 hours · Requires: ASA 101

Navigation basicsAnchoringDocking under powerSafety equipment
L3

Bareboat Cruising

Act as skipper or crew of a 30-50 foot sailboat by day in coastal waters.

~32 hours · Requires: ASA 101, ASA 103

Chart plottingWeather interpretationProvisioningMulti-day passage planning
L4

Coastal Navigation

Navigate using dead reckoning, bearings, and electronic tools in coastal waters.

~40 hours · Requires: ASA 104

Chart workTides & currentsGPS & radarPiloting
L5

Advanced Coastal Cruising

Safely act as skipper and crew of a sailing vessel in coastal and offshore waters.

~48 hours · Requires: ASA 104, ASA 105

Night sailingHeavy weather tacticsEmergency proceduresAdvanced navigation

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Safety Checklists

Interactive checklists for departure, offshore passages, and seasonal prep.