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Refine your sailing skills and set sail with confidence on a private 30ft boat in Marina del Rey. Join Naos Yachts’ ASA 101 Refresher Class and enjoy personalized expert guidance on the water.
Refine your sailing skills and set sail with confidence on a private 30ft boat in Marina del Rey. Join Naos Yachts’ ASA 101 Refresher Class and enjoy personalized expert guidance on the water.
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Looking to sharpen your sailing skills and spend an unforgettable day on the water? The ASA 101 Refresher Class offered by Naos Yachts in Marina del Rey, California, is the perfect way to do just that. This private outdoor adventure is tailored specifically for individuals who have previously completed ASA 101 and want to boost their confidence and mastery aboard a 30ft sailboat. Choose between a 4-hour or 6-hour session of expert, personalized instruction that focuses on your unique learning pace and sailing interests. Invite up to two friends or family members who have also completed ASA 101 to join you for an engaging and social experience. Marina del Rey provides a stunning backdrop for sailing, featuring calm waters, gentle breezes, and scenic views of the California coastline. Whether you're practicing sail trim, boat handling, or navigating under power, these sessions offer hands-on learning combined with the thrill of being on the open water. Perfect for both beginners wanting a confident refresher and intermediate sailors looking to hone their technique, this class is ideal for those who want a meaningful, private sailing experience away from crowded lessons. At the end of the day, you’ll leave with enhanced skills, happy memories, and a renewed passion for sailing.
moderate.
4–6 hours.
Participants should have average fitness with the ability to handle light physical activity such as moving around the boat and handling ropes.
Yes, you must have completed ASA 101 prior to attending this refresher course to ensure a basic understanding of sailing principles.
Only friends or family members who have completed ASA 101 can join, so everyone sailing has basic skills for safety.
Naos Yachts will monitor conditions and reschedule if safety is a concern due to heavy winds, storms, or rough seas.
Yes, the 30ft boat is equipped with a marine head for your convenience during the session.
Absolutely! You can select between a 4-hour or 6-hour session depending on how much time you want to spend refining your skills.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, non-slip shoes, water, and layered clothing suitable for the season to ensure comfort and safety on the water.
Marina del Rey has been a key boating hub since the 1960s, built on a man-made harbor that transformed a tidal wetland into one of the largest small craft harbors in the world.
Efforts in Marina del Rey focus on maintaining water quality and protecting local wetlands to preserve habitats for birds and marine life vital to the coastal ecosystem.
Naos Yachts is a Marina del Rey-based charter and sailing school offering a range of day sails, sunset cruises, powerboating courses, and ASA certification classes. The company operates a mixed fleet that includes monohulls, catamarans, Beneteau models, Lagoon catamarans, and specialized boats like the Beneteau First 14 for single- or two-person sailing experiences. Trips available include three-hour daysails and sunset sails, extended day sails, instructor-led ASA courses such as ASA 104/114 combo to Catalina, coastal navigation (ASA 105), docking and maneuvering (ASA 118), dinghy handling (ASA 116), plus beginning and advanced powerboating (AB101/AB103). All instruction is delivered by US Coast Guard licensed instructors or USCG-trained captains, and courses emphasize hands-on learning, safety, and small-group attention — advanced and beginning powerboating classes limit enrollment to three students per session. Vessel types and on-water routes focus on Santa Monica Bay and Marina del Rey harbor, providing scenic coastal sailing and practical seamanship training. Naos Yachts serves private charters and public classes for families, friends, and aspiring boaters seeking certification or skill-building. Booking options include hiring a trained USCG captain for relaxed cruises or self-skippered outings for experienced sailors. Equipment and vessels used in courses are modern and purpose-suited for their curriculum, from dinghy towing and beach landings to coastal navigation and overnight passage training. The business combines a large local fleet, certified instructors, and structured ASA curriculum to deliver reliable experiences on Southern California waters. Reservation and scheduling are available through Marina del Rey booking channels and online reservation platforms nationwide inquiries.
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