WE ARE ASA CERTIFIED – BaySail offers a full range of American Sailing Association (ASA) courses. ASA provides a stepped approach to learning to sail — as you take courses you gain skills and become certified to skipper different sized boats. ASA certification is recognized worldwide by sailing professionals and yacht charter companies and it ensures that our school complies with a comprehensive program.
Introductory and Fundamental Sailing Classes
If you are thinking that you would like to try sailing, but you are not ready to tackle the certification level, then this full day class is just what you are looking for. One of our professional instructors will spend the day with you teaching the basics – tacking, jibing, points of sail, parts of the boat, rigging, etc. Take the helm and experience the joy of sailing. This is a perfect for family outings or quality time with friends. Makes a great gift too!
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Private Instruction & Customized Training
Private instruction is available in all facets of sailing either on your own boat or on one of ours. This includes refresher courses as well as confidence-building practice in docking or close quarters maneuvering.Learn More
Experienced Sailors Certification Challenge
The ASA 101 challenge consists of a half-day evaluation on a Capri 22 with an instructor/evaluator. The ASA 103 or 101/103 challenge consists of a half-day evaluation on a 25 – 35 ft keelboat with an instructor/evaluator. Challenge classes are offered to students that have registered for a class that requires a prerequisite of 101 or 103 certification. All certification are given after successful completion of the registered class.Learn More
ASA101 Brush up
Even after taking ASA 101, do you still think you need more time with a captain to solidify your skills? Sail with confidence by signing up for a 1-day brush-up with one of our BaySail Captains with up to two individuals.Learn More
ASA101 – Basic Sailing (2-day semi-private)
This course is designed to teach Basic Keelboat sailing over a 2-day period and is limited to 2 persons, which will allow you to get the needed individual instruction and hands-on time sailing on the water. Students may register individually, but there must be 2 students to run the class. Classes are typically scheduled for Saturday and Sunday and run each day from 9 am – 4 pm. Upon graduation, you will receive ASA certification and you will be ready to safely and confidently skipper boats in the 25 ft. range.Learn More
ASA 101 Course
The ASA 101 course, also known as Basic Keelboat Sailing, is designed to teach students the fundamental skills required to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat.Learn More
ASA 103 (3 Day) Basic Coastal Cruising
The ASA 103 Course, also known as Basic Coastal Cruising, is designed for individuals who wish to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 25 to 35 feet in length during daylight hours, in moderate winds and sea conditions.Learn More
ASA 103/104 Combo
The ASA 103/104 combo course is an intensive program that combines Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103) and Bareboat Cruising (ASA 104) into a comprehensive sailing course.The combo course is designed to set you free on the water, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for safe, successful, and enjoyable sailing adventures.
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ASA 104 BareBoat Crusing with option for IPC
This course is designed to give individuals the knowledge and skills needed to competently sail and handle boats 30 – 45 ft. This is an on-the-water class and you WILL BE staying on the boat. You will learn the skills of provisioning the boat, galley operations, boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, routine maintenance, advanced sail trim, coastal navigation & chart plotting, anchoring and docking. The course prepares you for chartering a bareboat or cruising your own boat.Learn More
ASA105 Coastal Navigation
This course teaches navigational theory and practices for safe navigation of a sailing vessel in coastal and inland waters. It is offered in both a classroom and a home study version.Learn More
ASA105 Coastal Navigation Home Study
This course teaches navigational theory and practices for safe navigation of a sailing vessel in coastal and inland waters.Learn More
ASA118 Docking Endorsement
Our practical hands-on instruction will show you how to safely and reliably dock a boat under different conditions.Learn More
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SMALL CLASS SIZE
BaySail classes are limited to four students affording plenty of personal attention. Our instructors are mature, experienced and qualified. They love their jobs, and it shows!FIRST CLASS BOATS
BaySail uses well-maintained, comfortable sailboats that are chosen to give you the best possible sailing experience. All BaySail boats are fully equipped and impeccably maintained. After completing your course, you can practice your newly acquired skills on the same size vessel you completed your class on. Please see our website for photos of the fleet.LOCATED ON THE CHESAPEAKE BAY
Located just minutes off I-95 in the historic town of Havre de Grace, only 45 minutes from Baltimore and an hour from Philadelphia, BaySail offers an ideal venue for a variety of sailing instruction. The Havre de Grace harbor features protected waters for beginner courses while the greater Chesapeake Bay ensures challenges for more experienced students.RATE DISCOUNTS AND OPTIONS
BaySail offers multiple student discounts if your booking includes two or more students. Plus, our rates include course materials, ASA certification, and taxes. BaySail also has a “Per Group” rate that offers a discounted inclusive price for up to four people and gives you the boat and instructor exclusively.CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING POLICY:
30 days or more of 1st day of class
– Refund 95%
– Credit 100% (of amount paid applied to future class)
14 – 29 days of 1st day of class
– Refund 50%
– Credit 75% (of amount paid applied to future class)
7 – 13 days of 1st day of class
– Refund 25%
– Credit 50% (of amount paid applied to future class)
Less than 7 days of 1st day of class
– Refund or Credit 0%
Weather
We sail rain or shine. If conditions become hazardous, we will cancel at our discretion.