This intermediatesized yachts offer the comfort and space for distance cruising, alongside the flexibility for daysailing or. We must reach a minimum capacity of at least 3 participants per course. From its 4 color, highend illustrations and photographs to its modern, easytoread design. Us sailing certification is available at both the bareboat and coastal passage making levels. Sailing books sailing instruction books offshore sailing. As the national governing body for the sport of sailing, us sailings mission is to provide leadership for the sport of sailing in the united states. Asa 104 bareboat cruising liveaboard american sailing association certification course asa 104 teaches the intermediate sailor the required skills to cruise safely as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary powered sailboat during a multiday cruise upon inlandcoastal waters in moderateheavy winds and sea conditions. Decide on as many or as few overnight stops and daytime anchorages as you like and take time to make the most of every destination on your list. Dec 15, 2012 this book covers so many aspects of bareboat cruising, you can read it again and again. Basic keelboat sailing asa 101, basic coastal cruising asa 103, motoring and docking asa 118, and have skippered at least 3 times. Sail med i bareboat and skippered yacht charter and. Melody discussing better procedures with leslie head of customer servicesvacation planning at the moorings.
Sail med i bareboat and skippered yacht charter and sailing. Our advanced bareboat cruising course offers you the opportunity to continue to grow and focus on areas that most skippers long to improve. Us sailing extends its liability policies for the benefit of us sailings certified race officers, certified judges, and certified umpires, and to noncertified officials acting as volunteers for us sailing. It is recommended that bareboat cruising courses and examinations be conducted on 30. Choose from hundreds of sailboats with a variety of cabin configurations and amenities from popular manufacturers like. It is an allinone reference book that includes everything a cruising sailor ne. Bareboat cruising student a full list of prerequisites can be.
There will be two tests for this course, one written and one skills. The american sailing association bareboat cruising made easy is not only the official textbook for the asa bareboat cruising standard asa 104, but also the definitive goto resource for all sailors who enjoy cruising and destination oriented sailing. Why book a bareboat yacht charter through virgin island. Many course participants choose to test for their us sailing bareboat cruising certification, which signifies that you have sufficient skills and knowledge to safely and confidently skipper an auxiliary powered cruising sailboat between 30 and 45 in length, in winds above 15 knots, within sight of land during daylight hours. The print versions are large format, full color textbooks.
A captain and or cook can be added to the bareboat charter, be it for the entire duration or only part of the cruise, this will allow you to get comfortable with the vessel and the cruising grounds. Click to find your perfect bareboat yacht and book today. Upon demonstration of these skills, you receive a us sailing basic keelboat certificate note. Get to know the bareboat companies virgin island sailing represent from vi sailing on vimeo. Fast track to cruising, written by steve and doris colgate, is the textbook for. Bareboat cruising explains what you need to make your charter a memorable success. It sits serene and apart, yet it is located only about 14. Us virgin islands itinerary for usvi sailing yacht charters. We have set the standard for youth sailing programs in the u.
Bareboat cruising certification prestudy is vital to the success of your course. The standard includes knowledge of boat systems and maintenance procedures. Just like any country greece has certain special requirements for bareboat charters. Used by sailing schools around the country, bareboat cruising is published by the national authority for sailing in the u. If you are flying out that day, the yacht will drop you off on st. With asa 101 having already been achieved in your home waters, join us for the next two courses, asa 103 basic coastal cruising and asa 104 bareboat cruising, perfectly packaged together in a 7 day course, learn to bareboat. Bareboat cruising made easy by american sailing association. Things to know about bareboat charters greece latesail us. The specific scenario determines if the coverage is primary, excess or does not apply. Sail boat rental request pacific sail asa sailing school. J world performance sailing school and club offers the highest rated sailing lessons which will help you attain the us sailing bareboat cruising certification. The prerequisite for bareboat cruising certification is a us sailing. Bareboat cruising made easy is not only the official textbook for the asa bareboat cruising standard asa 104, but also the definitive goto resource for all sailors who enjoy cruising and destination oriented sailing. This intermediatesized yachts offer the comfort and space for distance cruising, alongside the flexibility for day sailing or racing.
And of course it does provide a nice comprehensive overview of the knowledge needed to pass the exam although in this case having the knowledge is more important than having the piece of paper. Bareboat sailing certification courses oss 103104114 earn your bareboat certification while staying at a destination resort. This trip will prepare you for overnight bareboat chartering. Bareboat cruising covers knowledge and techniques for. We achieve this mission through a wide range of programs and events providing an equal level playing field for all sailors. The official manual for the asa bareboat cruising course.
Bareboat cruising student a full list of prerequisites can be found on the us sailing certification. You will learn to act as skipper or crew of a 30 50 foot boat sailing by day in coastal waters. Purpose to responsibly skipper and crew an auxiliary powered cruising sailboat during daylight hours within sight of land in moderate sea and wind conditions. The course is built like a short charter vacation and is great for families or. For many cruising destinations, including those in the united states, caribbean and some south american destinations, bareboat certification from either the american sailing association or us sailing will suffice, although expect charter companies to ask for additional details about your sailing experience and hours. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read bareboat cruising made easy.
Sail med has 2 new 2020 model beneteau oceanis yachts available for skippered or bareboat yacht charter in fethiye. Upon successful completion youll receive asa certification for bareboat chartering. Youll sail to the island, learning about voyage planning, large boat systems, cooking aboard basically youll learn everything you need to plan a weekend or longer voyage with family and friends. Ms zara is a brand new 41 foot beneteau oceanis sailing yacht. Please study the material outlined below so that you will be prepared at the time of your course and will be able. Bareboat cruising is designed for sailors looking to develop skills on larger boats and on longer bareboat charters. Please study the material outlined below so that you will be prepared at the time of your course and will be able to concentrate on the principles taught by the instructor. This book will lay out how to responsibly skipper and crew an auxiliary powered cruising sailboat or catamaran, within sight of land and bring it safely to anch. Enjoy the live aboard experience and offshore sailing while earning your us sailing bareboat certification. Us sailings bareboat certification is the most comprehensive certification in the market and will give you the ability to responsibly skipper and crew a cruising sailboat, up to 42 feet in length in a variety of weather conditions. Batten down the hatches and the rum while you sail between islands. We set the course, enabling sailors to enjoy the sport for a lifetime. Please contact us following your course purchase before buying.
A 3day, 3night course covering the material of asa 103 basic coastal cruising and asa 104 bareboat charter. This book covers so many aspects of bareboat cruising, you can read it again and again. Bareboat sailing certification course bareboat sailing school. This course is for students who are seeking adventure and fun in the context of a demanding live aboard sail training adventure. An advanced cruising standard to gain offshore sailing experience and bareboat certification. Youll learn all the skills you need for chartering. This book covers so many aspects of bareboat cruising, you can read it. The asa 104 bareboat cruising course is a threeday class to catalina island. Bareboat sailing certification course bareboat sailing. Recommended for experienced daysailors who are interested in cruising, but need the 101 certification first. This textbook is the second of the two us sailing cruising books sent to those who enroll in an offshore sailing school live aboard cruising or bareboat charter cruising course, and is the basis for the us sailing bareboat cruising certification test administered at the end of those courses.
Set sail on a bareboat sailing vacation and enjoy exploring new cruising grounds from the helm and at your own pace without a set itinerary or preplanned schedule. Sailing monohulls are great for traditional sailors who enjoy the thrill of sailing. To responsibly skipper and crew an auxiliary powered cruising sailboat during daylight hours within sight of land in moderate sea and wind conditions. In some cases a skipper guide can be added to the crew for a few hours. This is a sailing course, but with a cruising emphasis. Asa 104, bareboat cruising american sailing association. Whether youre a beginner sailor or a longtime seasoned sailor, the virgin islands is the ideal destination for a charter yacht vacation.
This is an advanced cruising class for individuals with cruising experience. The individual will act as skipper and crew of a 35. These requirements are expected to be able to be performed safely with confident. The bareboat cruising graduate will have successfully demonstrated the ability to skipper and crew an inboard auxiliary powered cruising sailboat within sight of land and bring it safely to anchor during daylight hours. In the event that we reach capacity on our first bareboat course we may be able to open up a second week so please reach out to us with interest. Bareboat chartering is a breeze virgin island sailing, ltd. The consistent yearround conditions create a perfect caribbean yacht charter. Us sailing the national governing body for the sport of. Asa 104, bareboat cruising able to skipper a slooprigged, auxiliary powered keelboat of approximately 30 to 45 feet in length during a multiday cruise upon inland or coastal waters in moderate to heavy winds up to 30 knots and sea conditions. There must be at least one certified skipper on the yacht. Basic keelboat is the prerequisite for every other us sailing course including basic cruising, bareboat cruising, coastal navigation, etc. As an extension of the us sailings keelboat certification series, an international proficiency certificate will open up the possibilities to charter a sail or powerboat in the mediterranean and european waters. The third of us sailings popular keelboat series, bareboat cruising covers the skills and terminology required to plan and execute a successful bareboat charter.
The course is a 2day cruise in the gulf of mexico, intracoastal waterway and sarasota bay. Bareboat cruising course and certification courageous sailing. Asas brand new textbook used for its very popular bareboat charter certification standard. Us sailing is committed to ensuring that young people learn how to sail from certified instructors in a safe and fun environment. Bareboat cruising made easy is not just a textbook, it is an allinone reference book that includes everything a cruising sailor needs to know, from general. Bareboat cruising certification requires the successful completion of the following knowledge and skill requirements. Bareboat cruising made easy is not only the official textbook for the asa bareboat cruising standard asa 104, but also the definitive goto resource for all sailors who enjoy cruising and. Official asa sailing textbooks american sailing association. In larger cruising boats, the tricks are different than for smaller boats like j24s and the tricks elude many a sailor. Basic sailing, coastal cruising and bareboat sailing study and test questions, american sailing association, us sailing association sailing certification programs. Some itineraries include a longer sail up to anegada, the british virgin islands only coral atoll. It is an allinone reference book that includes everything a cruising sailor needs to know, from general planning to technical guidance to sailing advice. Basic keelboat sailing asa 101, basic coastal cruising asa 103, motoring and docking asa 118, and. This book will lay out how to responsibly skipper and crew an auxiliary powered cruising sailboat or catamaran, within sight of land and bring it safely to anchor during daylight hours.
From its 4 color, highend illustrations and photographs to its modern, easytoread design, bareboat cruising made easy is a beauty. The official manual for the asa bareboat cruising course asa 104. It is an allinone reference book that includes everything a cruising sailor needs to know, from general planning to. Bareboat cruising is intended for those with a us sailing basic cruising certification or equivalent skills. We teach this course aboard 30 to 40 yachts fullyequipped for bareboat charters.
Basic cruising or equivalent for the caribbean bareboat course. During this fiveday bareboat charter certification course you gain the same incredible knowledge and skills covered in the live aboard cruising course, with the added benefit of a lot more docking practice since you return to base after each onwater bareboat. Depart your yacht at noon and transfer to your hotel. Bareboat cruising made easy is not just a textbook, it is an allinone reference book that includes everything a cruising sailor needs to know, from general planning to technical guidance to sailing advice. As the national governing body for the sport of sailing, us sailing s mission is to provide leadership for the sport of sailing in the united states. Without asa 101, you are still welcome aboard our dedicated sail training yacht for the 7 day course, if you feel comfortable challenging the asa 101 level. Us sailing memberships individual youth family college. Click here for more info on our sailing courses, or here for information on our performance cruising class which satisfies the requirements for the us sailing basic cruising certification. Text bareboat cruising 4th edition digital textbook.
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