Your study of terms and technology continues in Intermediate Sailing. Now you need to understand the parts of the boat you rely on for food, water, and shelter, in addition to safety.

You’ll learn about weather and navigation and how to apply that knowledge to trip planning. Beginning Sailing was a daytime course. Prevention and responding to onboard emergencies also become important as you learn to venture further on a sailboat.

You’ll soon find the amount of time you spend sailing and the places you go are only limited if you choose to limit them. ASA 103 is truly a gateway to a whole new world.

Prerequisite: Beginning Sailing (ASA 101) & 1 Group Sail or six hours independent sailing

Students ages 17 & under must be accompanied by a legal guardian

Class Highlights:

• Taught by a professional, licensed & certified instructor
• Three full days on the water
• ASA Text Book, Coastal Cruising Made Easy sold separately
• ASA-103 Certification
• Internationally recognized certification
• Advanced training in systems and boat handling
• US Coast Guard equipped cruising sailboat
• Skills and knowledge training that will last a lifetime

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Includes 1 complimentary confidence sails with an ASA instructor post successful completion of your 3-day ASA 103 course. Confidence sails – Head out on the water and practice your skills with an ASA instructor on board. Up to 25hrs of class/water time. Schedule confidence sail within 60 days of completion of your ASA 101 course. Additional confidence sails can be purchased.

important:

Prior to 5-day Begining/Intermediate Sailing ASA 101/103: Please purchase and read the books Sailing Made Easy and Coasting Cruising Made Easy both by The American Sailing Association (ASA). Also, please review the general information and rules for classes.

Students ages 17 & under must be accompanied by a legal guardian

Class Highlights:

• Earn ASA 101 and ASA 103 certifications
• Leaves from Marina del Rey
• Approximately 35 – 40 hours of course time
• There are 3 to 6 students per class, so there is plenty of individualized attention.
• Acquire confidence through our 100% hands-on training program. You will be at the helm, and handling sails, lines, and winches on your very first lesson.
• Learn to skipper and sail a 25-38-foot yacht with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed, ASA certified instructor.
• Earn 2 ASA Certifications: Basic Keelboat Sailing and Basic Coastal Cruising
• Learn on the boats you will be qualified to charter when you successfully complete the course! Enjoy our privately-owned, cruise and race-equipped meticulously maintained boats from the start.
• Each day is a new adventure, providing new scenery, wildlife, and sightseeing as you sail out of Marina del Rey into the Pacific Ocean to Santa Monica, Malibu, and Redondo Beach. We return to the harbor every night.
• Our exclusive confidence sailing course consists of five modules, each one full day on the water from approximately 9AM-4PM (*may change due to weather or class size), for a total of 35-40 hours.
• Choose between two-course formats: Saturday and Sunday courses for 2 1/2 weeks or 5 consecutive weekdays.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Includes 2 complimentary Confidence Sails with an ASA instructor post successful completion of your 2-day ASA 101 course and 3-day day ASA 103 course. Confidence sails – Head out on the water and practice your skills with an ASA instructor on board. Schedule Confidence Sails within 60 days of completion of your ASA 101 course. Additional confidence sails can be purchased. In total, up to 42 hrs of class/water time.

important:

Prior to the 5-day Beginning/Intermediate Sailing ASA 101/103: Please purchase and read the books “Sailing Made Easy” and “Coasting Cruising Made Easy“, both by The American Sailing Association (ASA). Also, please review the general information and rules for classes.

CHARTERS:
We are located at 4519 Admiralty Way, Suite C in Marina Del Rey a few minutes’ drive from most of the fleet. Temporary parking is available in front of our offices for your check-out. During your check-out we will complete your paper work and collect any balance due. Please arrive at our office at your scheduled time. Failure to arrive at your scheduled check-out time may delay your departure from the dock.

PARKING:

Cars can be parked at several county parking lots located around the marina. Be sure to check rules and fees prior to your departure to avoid being ticketed.

BOAT GALLEY:

The galleys are fully equipped with dishes, flatware, pots and pans, coffee maker and kitchen utensils. You will need to supply all your consumables, including paper goods, trash bags, and condiments. Propane cartridges for the barbecue may be purchased at West Marine, hardware stores, or sporting goods stores in the Marina. They are also available at Catalina Island. Please remember if you use galley equipment, it must be washed and put away. Stove and barbecue must be wiped clean.

BEDDING & LINENS:

These are not included in your charter. However, they are available from Blue Pacific Yachting. Linen packages cost $75 per person and include a blanket, sheets, a pillow & pillow case, bath and kitchen towels. You may opt to bring your own linens and sleeping bags are highly recommended.

SUGGESTED CLOTHING:

Deck shoes with white soles and a warm jacket are essential year round. Casual comfortable sports clothing is recommended – layers are the way to go. Please pack all personal gear in a soft case or duffle bag, and remember that boats have very limited storage space. NO HARD SUITCASES are permitted on the boats.

SEA GEAR TO BRING ALONG:

All of our boats are equipped with PFDs (life jackets) and other safety equipment required for charter. We do, however, highly recommend bringing the following: flashlight(s), sailing gloves, sailing knife, portable GPS, inflatable vest, such as SOSPENDERS available from West Marine, hat, sunglasses and sun block, portable VHF, and cell phone.

AT THE END OF YOUR CHARTER:

Complete the BLUE PACIFIC YACHTING TRIP LOG.
Complete all the tasks on the After Charter Check Sheet given to you the day of your charter at check-out in order to avoid after charter fees. PLEASE LEAVE THE BOAT AS CLEAN AS YOU FOUND IT.
Please return all keys, parking passes and cards to our Blue Pacific Yachting representative during your check-in or take them back to our office at 13723 Fiji Way, B-U6.

RE-SCHEDULING CHARTERS:

Please understand that we will be expecting you on the date of your charter and will have a boat reserved for you; and, if you so desire, a Captain will be reserved as well.
Absolutely NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Credit for future services if you cancel thirty (30) days before your trip.
Any credit granted must be used within six (6) months of the original charter date.

REFUELING AFTER YOUR CHARTER:

You are not required to re-fuel after a day-sail.

If your charter is a ‘multi-day charter”, you are responsible for re-fueling the boat upon your return to Marina del Rey.The Marina del Rey Fuel Dock phone number is (310) 574-4443.

MECHANICAL PROBLEMS:

We strive to keep all equipment on our boats in excellent condition. Should you discover a problem please notify Blue Pacific Yachting immediately. Please note: If there is a major mechanical problem we will do our best to get you under way within 24 hours. Equipment failure, from time to time, can cause your selected boat to be unavailable. In such event we will notify you as soon as possible and you will be given the option to select another boat or reschedule. Under no circumstances will there be a credit for any mechanical failures on items such as coffee makers, tvs, dvd players, stereos, or electronic instruments.
No Smoking and no Pets are Allowed on Boats at Any Time.

NO FIREARMS OR DRUGS:

The US Coast Guard and Blue Pacific Yachting has adopted a zero tolerance policy and the US Coast Guard may board any vessel suspected to have firearms or any illegal substances aboard. Failure to comply could result in severe legal action.

Your Beginning Sailing class breezes through basic sail terminology and concepts, the building blocks of solid, nautical knowledge and skills. You and your crew will apply what you’ve learned to sail the 25 foot boat with minimal guidance. Don’t worry, your instructor will keep you out of trouble and help when it’s necessary.
Before you know it, you and your fellow novices will take control of the sailboat and sail it efficiently and safely from one location to another. Your knowledge and skills will develop quicker than you might expect.

By the end of the two day, 14 hour sailing course you’ll shed the novice label. If you make the grade (and most our sailing students do), your instructor will award you the ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing certification. This highly esteemed achievement will show the world you have earned the right to call yourself a sailor.

Students ages 17 & under must be accompanied by a legal guardian

Class Highlights:

• Taught by a professional, licensed & certified instructor
• Two full days on the water
• ASA Text Book, Sailing Made Easy sold separately
• ASA Log Book
• ASA-101 Certification
• Internationally recognized certification
• US Coast Guard equipped Merit 25’ sailboat
• Develop confidence in our 100% hands-on training program.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Includes 1 complimentary confidence sail with an ASA instructor post successful completion of your 2-day ASA 101 course. Confidence sails – Head out on the water and practice your skills with an ASA instructor on board. Schedule your confidence sail within 60 days of completion of your ASA 101 course. Additional confidence sails can be purchased. The class time, plus confidence sailing time, totals 17hrs of training!