ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising

Looking to take the next step and expand your skills? This course focuses on building your abilities in coastal cruising and navigation.

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refine and expand your skills

The ASA 103 BASIC COASTAL CRUISING class is designed to be challenging and rewarding. You’ll receive plenty of hands-on experience and personalized instruction.

Our experienced instructors will teach you the essentials of coastal cruising. Gain the skills and confidence to sail safely in various conditions.

What you’ll learn

Learn to skipper a sloop-rigged auxiliary powered 25′ – 35′ keelboat by day in moderate winds (up to 20 knots) and sea conditions.

Ashore Knowledge

Cruising sailboat terminology
Basic boat systems
Auxiliary engine operation
Docking procedures
Intermediate sail trim
Navigation rules
Basic coastal navigation
Weather interpretation
Safety and seamanship

Afloat Skills

Depart dock or mooring safely
Rig, hoist and set sails
Helm commands
Under sail maneuvering
Under power maneuvering
Anchoring
Handling emergencies: man overboard
Return to dock and secure vessel
Knots and hitches

Hands-on experience

At Hold Fast Sailing School, we offer a fresh approach to sailing education. We combine engaging theoretical sessions with practical hands-on experience. Refine your navigation skills aboard our top-notch sailing equipment on the open sea.

Days: 3
Duration (total): 16.5 hours
Classroom: 4.5 hour
Boat: 12 hours
Time: 10:00pm to 4:30pm
Prerequisite for this course: ASA 101 Basic Keelboat
Course Fee: $795 per student
- 10% discount when purchased with ASA 101
15+ years old
Private lessons available

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Puerto Vallarta: Learn to Sail in Paradise

Join our ASA 103 BASIC COASTAL CRUISING class in Puerto Vallarta, where education meets adventure.

Sail in Banderas Bay, one of the world’s best sailing spots, and enjoy stunning scenery and warm tropical waters.

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A sailing instructor at Hold Fast Sailing School is showing a student how to dock a boat using mooring and dock lines at a marina in Puerto Vallarta

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