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ASA 101: Keelboat Sailing 1 – Your First Step Into the World of Sailing
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Ready to learn to sail this summer?
From Now through May 31, book your ASA 101 course at Seattle Sailing Club for just $585 (regularly $750) using promo code SAILSUMMER25 at checkout.
That’s over $160 in savings — a 22% discount on our most popular beginner sailing class!
- Valid for all ASA 101 Keelboat Sailing 1 classes booked by May 31
- Take your course anytime through the end of 2025
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What You’ll Learn in ASA 101: Keelboat Sailing 1
ASA 101 is your introductory sailing course, designed to give you the skills and confidence to crew on a sailboat. This class is your gateway to a lifetime on the water.
ASA 101 Course Overview
- Total Duration: 15 hours
- 3 hours of classroom learning
- 12 hours of on-the-water instruction
- Topics Covered: Terminology, rigging, sail trim, points of sail, tacking, jibing, knots, safety, rules of the road, crew overboard recovery, and basic seamanship
- Who Can Join: Open to adults 18 years and older
After completing this course, you’ll be ready for more advanced sailing certifications like:
- ASA 103 (Basic Coastal Cruising)
- ASA 104 (Bareboat Chartering)
- And beyond – we offer additional American Sailing Association (ASA) classes including Coastal Navigation, Docking, Cruising Catamaran, and more!
Why Choose Seattle Sailing Club?
For over 55 years, Seattle Sailing Club has been the top destination for sailing lessons, certifications, and community on Puget Sound. Located at Shilshole Bay Marina, we offer direct access to the water and a welcoming community of instructors, students, and lifelong sailors.
Here’s why students choose us:
- Established Since 1968 – Trusted by generations of sailors
- Expert Instruction – U.S. Coast Guard licensed, ASA-certified
- Small Classes – Max 4 students per boat for personalized learning
- Large Training Fleet – Boats ranging from 26’–45’
- Flexible Scheduling – Weekday, weekend, and evening options
- Bring a Friend – Learn together, sail together
- Group of 3–4? Contact us for private class times and group pricing
For someone who had zero sailing experience, I was amazed by how much I learned about sailing within such a short period of time. I had such a positive experience from beginning to end. S.W, ASA 101
How to Book Your ASA 101 Class
Ready to get started?
Use the calendar below to find upcoming ASA 101 classes that work for your schedule.