Learn to sail with confidence! Monterey Bay Sailing school offers courses for beginner sailors and seasoned skippers. We teach the American Sailing Association curriculum which is the definitive standard of safety and seamanship worldwide. The supportive learning environment will give you the confidence to skipper independently and reach your nautical goals. All courses are a complete on the water experience. Our driving passion is sailing oceans and we strive to share that with mariners of all ages and experience levels. Classes are custom tailored to suit your boat, your interests, your experience, and your crew. If you are not sailing at the level you want to be, let Monterey Bay Sailing get you there.
*Price includes your Tuition, Book, Test & ASA Sailing Materials.
ASA 101 Basic Keelboat – $349/per
Availability: 1st weekend of every month
ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising – $355/per
Availability: 2nd weekend of every month
ASA 104 Bareboat Chartering – $395/per
Availability: 3rd weekend of every month
ASA 105 Coastal Navigation- $469/per
Availability: 4th weekend of every month
(3) Course Package (ASA 101,103,104)- $1069/per
(4) Course Package (ASA 101,103,104, 105)- $1528/per
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Absolutely must take course if you’ve ever considered learning how to sail. Turn any day into an adventure with this 2 hour or 4 hour course for all ages. You will learn how to feel comfortable around the equipment and familiarize yourself with the basics of sailing. For even more fun, bring some friends or family along to work together in this interactive and supportive class.
2/hr Introduction to Sailing Course- $139/per
4/hr Introduction to Sailing Course – $229/per
2/hr Private Introduction to Sailing Course (Up to 4 People) – $349
4/hr Private Introduction to Sailing Course (Up to 4 People) – $699
Able to sail a boat of about 22 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters without supervision. A preparatory standard with no auxiliary power or navigation skills required.
*Price includes Tuition. Books & Tests Sold seperatly.
The Introduction to Sailing Course is highly recommended for new sailors prior to enrollment.
Available 7 Days a Week
Prerequisites: Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification
Able to cruise safely in local and regional waters as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary powered sailboat of about 20 to 30 feet in length, in moderate winds and sea conditions.
*Price includes Tuition. Books & Tests Sold seperatly.
Available 7 days a week.
Prerequisites: Basic Keelboat Sailing and Basic Coastal Cruising Certification
An advanced cruising Standard for individuals with cruising experience. The individual can act as skipper or crew of a 30 – 50 foot boat sailing by day in coastal waters. The Standard includes knowledge of boat systems and maintenance procedures.
*Price includes Tuition. Books & Tests Sold separately.
Available 7 days a week.
Able to demonstrate the navigational theory required to safely navigate a sailing vessel in coastal or inland waters. There is no Sailing Skills part to this Standard and practical application of this Sailing Knowledge is found in the Advanced Coastal Cruising Standard.
*Price includes Tuition. Books & Tests Sold seperatly.
Available 7 days a week.
Consecutive classes for sailors wishing to accelerate their certifications.
6 Day Standard Course (Includes ASA 101, 103, 104) – $1254/per
8 Day Standard Course (Includes ASA 101, 103, 104, 105) – $1833/per
*Price includes Tuition. Books & Tests Sold seperatly.
Available 7 days a week.