ASA 103/104 Cruise N Learn Lesson (Seattle)

Seattle, Washington

ASA 103/104 Cruise N Learn Lesson (Seattle)

ASA 103 and 104 (Combo Class) | Starting at $1950 | 5 days 4 nights

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Sat, Oct 11

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2

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day sailing adventure with Seattle Sailing Club’s Cruise N Learn course. This immersive experience blends essential cruising skills with real-world application as you navigate Puget Sound. Learn everything from provisioning to emergency operations while enjoying the beauty of the open water with fellow sailing enthusiasts.

Group Lesson Rates (4 Students)

(Non-Member) $2695 per student
(SSC Member) $2295 per student

Winter Lesson Rates (November 1 - March 31)

(Non-Member) $2295 per student
(SSC Member) $1950 per student

About

Prerequisite: ASA 101 Keelboat Sailing 1 or equivalent check-out

Seattle Sailing Club’s Cruise N Learn course is an intermediate cruising course for sailors with ASA 101 Basic Keelboat or equivalent check-out. This class combines the material covered in the ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising and ASA 104 Bareboat Chartering classes during a 5 day/ 4 night voyage throughout Puget Sound. Unlike the traditional 103/104 courses, this is an immersion course so the content is incorporated into the voyage based on weather and destinations.

Course Topics

Knowledge of provisioning
Multi-day charter planning
Inboard engine systems
Head operations
Galley operations
Docking
Anchoring
Health & Safety
Emergency operations
Weather interpretation
Navigation Topics: Plotting Courses, Tides, and Currents

Lesson Size: Minimum to run lesson: 3 students/lesson Maximum: 4 students/lesson

Please note that depending on the size of the boat, some students may need to share berths. If you have special requests, please let us know as soon as possible.

Group Lesson Schedules:

This liveaboard course begins at 9am on Day 1 and will end by 5pm on Day 5.

Note: Tipping your instructor is not required, but is greatly appreciated if you enjoyed your lesson. A typical tip ranges from 10–20% of the course cost. For multi-day courses or those with multiple instructors, it's common to tip $20–$50 per instructor per day. All tips go directly to the instructor.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Prepared with Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Seattle’s weather can change quickly, so layering is key to staying comfortable on deck throughout the day.

Learn Basic Sailing Terms Ahead of Time

Familiarity with common sailing terminology will help you keep up during lessons and maximize your learning experience.

Stay Hydrated and Bring Snacks

Days on the water can be long and active; bringing water and light snacks will keep your energy up.

Wear Non-Slip Footwear

Safe footing on a moving sailboat is critical, so bring shoes with good grip and water resistance.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Harbor seals
Bald eagles

History

Puget Sound has been a crucial waterway for indigenous peoples and early explorers, with Seattle evolving as a key port city from the late 19th century.

Conservation

The area promotes marine conservation through efforts to protect water quality and local wildlife habitats, supporting sustainable recreational boating.

Sail Seattle’s Puget Sound with ASA 103/104 Cruise N Learn

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