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The American Sailing Association is committed to helping you understand, appreciate and fully enjoy the incredible world of sailing.

If you thought you could never learn to sail because you don't own a boat, think again. Through the combination of nonprofit organizations that have expanded affordable access to sailing resources and ASA's varied catalog of sailing classes, sailing is accessible to virtually everyone.

ASA will do much more than simply show you the basics; our affiliated schools can teach you everything you need to be a skilled and experienced sailor, including helping you earn your sailing certification.

If you'd like to learn more, the best way to start your journey is to explore ASA.com for sailing schools like those in the beautiful Bay area. We recommend that you begin your tour by reading some of the detailed articles featured here on keelboat resources, certification program information and more.

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The Recreational PowerBoating Association (RPBA) was formed in 2009 in a direct response to the need for a national powerboater education program that emphasizes a practical, hands on approach. The RPBA’s mission is to be the leader in delivering the highest quality practical powerboater education in the United States, emphasizing safety, knowledge and practice as the confidence-building cornerstones to promote the powerboating lifestyle.
Visit the RPBA website for more information:www.TheRPBA.com

Boater Education Card - By taking a boating safety course with the American Sailing Association's partner, BoaterExam.com™, you help make our waterways safer and more enjoyable. Your boater education card may help you avoid fines from states where mandatory boater education laws are in effect, and may also entitle you to a reduction on your marine insurance. More information...

The American Sailing Association certified Zac Sunderland’s world record as he became the first under 18 to have sailed around the world by himself. More information...

Pine Island Sound Flotilla on the Gulf of Florida, March 20-27, 2010 - Flotilla leaves from Burnt Store Marina in Charlotte Harbor. Participants will cruise to the barrier islands including Cabbage Key, Cayo Costa and Useppa Island. Pirate attire is requested for the final night party.
Exuma Islands Flotilla in the Bahamas, April 24-May 1, 2010 - This is a unique flotilla on small 21 foot Sea Pearl sailboats. Participants can earn 110 certification. This flotilla will camp on the islands and tour the beautiful islands with a local guide. This flotilla is imited to 10 participants.
San Juan Islands Flotilla from Bellingham Washington, June 18-25, 2010 - This trip is through the beautiful islands of northwest Washington. Wildlife abounds and includes bald eagles and orca whales. The winds and the currents make this an excellent destination for the more experienced sailor.
British Columbia’s Gulf Islands from Bellingham, Washington, June 25-July 2, 2010 - Participants will learn how to clear customs as they leave U.S. waters and travel to the unspoiled islands just north of the San Juan Islands. There are magnificent marine parks and welcoming marinas.

Endorsements - ASA has added several "Endorsement" courses to our certification program. Endorsements provide in-depth study of a single topic such as radar, weather, docking or basic celestial navigation and are not requirements for the 101 through 108 sequence.
Attention ASA Instructors Check out ASA's Radar Course

2008 ASA Outstanding Schools and Instructors - Based on student evaluations submitted to ASA in 2008.

Read articles from our world-class ASA sailing instructors and sailing schools in our quarterly member magazine, American Sailing Journal

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