NEW Course ASA 102 Keelboat 2

Dan Kingery • July 9, 2025

Enhance course beyond 101 to continue growing your confidance and fundamental sailing skills.

 ASA 102: Keelboat 2 is the sailor’s gateway to advanced sailing skills and coastal exploration! Building on the foundation from ASA 101, this course takes you deeper into the essentials of sailing a keelboat. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you’ll refine your skills in sail trim, boat handling, and maneuvering while learning good crewmanship and teamwork. ASA 102 is not just about sailing—it’s about expanding your skills and preparing you for the independence and excitement of confidently commanding a keelboat.


 

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN -

In ASA 102, you’ll expand your sailing knowledge and practical skills, focusing on boat handling, sail trim, and safety procedures. You’ll learn to manage a keelboat in winds up to 20 knots, mastering advanced boat handling techniques like tacking, jibing, and docking. You’ll also gain insight into controlling sail shape and power through key adjustments to the mainsail and jib, optimizing performance under varying wind conditions. This course emphasizes safety, teaching you essential crew-overboard recovery methods, winch handling, and safe line management. By the end, you’ll be equipped to confidently skipper in coastal waters, making informed decisions about safety, sail trim, and boat control for smoother, more efficient sailing.


Prerequisites:

101

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