Bareboat Cruising with Sailing Myrtle Beach in Little River
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Fitness Level
Participants should be in reasonable physical condition to handle boat tasks, including anchoring and docking duties.
Overview
Set sail for a transformative 3-day liveaboard course designed for couples at Sailing Myrtle Beach in Little River, SC. Gain hands-on sailing skills with personalized instruction and real coastal cruising experience.
Couple/Pair Private ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising
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About This Adventure
Embark on a transformative 3-day liveaboard sailing adventure designed for couples seeking to enhance their sailing skills. Experience hands-on instruction aboard a luxurious vessel, enjoy meals together, and navigate coastal waters. With personalized lessons and a night at anchor, you'll gain confidence and camaraderie as you prepare for a cruising lifestyle.
3 Day/2 Night Liveaboard $3600 per Couple $1500 per additional student 4 student maximum aboard Meals while aboard included Each night spent away from our marina Classes begin on Thursday or Friday of each week
Pre-Requisites: ASA 103
INCLUDED: Instructional Materials & Testing, Meals while Aboard.
This course requires a non-refundable $500 deposit. Once received, all instructional materials will be mailed to you.
Final payment is due twenty-one (21) days before you arrive and is paid via emailed invoice.
The next step to your cruising lifestyle, our ASA104 course is taught on our Beneteau Oceanis 390 or Elan Impression 444.
Our live-aboard couple/pair sailing lessons allows the two of you to immerse yourself in the sailing lifestyle. Each course you take will be private and allow us to focus on building your skills as a team.
Our ASA 104 will prepare both of you to confidently sail the boat in a coastal cruising environment.
One night at anchor at Bird Island along with a 25 to 30 mile ocean sail to Bald Head Island, NC for an overnight stay is included to prepare you for life aboard. Along with your Instructor, the two of you will be meal planning and budgeting for the course. (A gift card is made available to you for provisioning.)
ASA 104 teaches the intermediate sailor the required skills to cruise safely as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary powered sailboat during a multi-day cruise upon inland/coastal waters in moderate/heavy winds and sea conditions. Learn about provisioning, boat systems, auxiliary engines, advanced sail trim, coastal navigation, anchoring / mooring, docking, emergency operations, weather, and more.
What Is Not Included?
• Motion Sickness Remedies. While most of our guests are fine sailing on the ocean, some are concerned about potential sea sickness or queesy-ness. We have seen Dramamine, Bonine and other medications, pressure point wrist bands, patches behind the ear, and more being used. These can typically be purchased at a pharmacy store.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Prepared for Motion Sensitivity
Bring motion sickness remedies if prone to sea sickness; options include medications and pressure bands.
Plan for Weather Variability
Coastal conditions can shift rapidly; dress in layers and waterproof gear for comfort and safety.
Practice Basic Sailing Knowledge
Participants should have completed ASA 103 or equivalent basic skills before attending this course.
Use the Provided Provisioning Budget
Plan meals carefully as instructors provide a gift card for provisioning; this enhances the liveaboard experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Osprey
- Bottlenose dolphins
History
Little River’s maritime roots date to the early 1700s, historically serving as a fishing and shipping village.
Conservation
The local waters are part of conservation efforts to maintain healthy marsh ecosystems and minimize impact from boating activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Non-slip Deck Shoes
Provides grip on wet surfaces, essential for safe movement on deck.
Windproof Jacket
Protects from wind chill and spray during coastal sailing.
spring|fall|winter specific
Sailing Gloves
Helps prevent rope burns and improves handling lines.
Sun Protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Vital for long hours exposed to intense sun offshore.
summer specific