moderate
3 days
Moderate physical fitness required; ability to handle physical tasks on deck and maintain balance on a moving boat
Elevate your sailing skills with a three-day Intermediate Sailing course in Marina del Rey. Learn to command a 36ft yacht with expert guidance and gain confidence for overnight adventures along California’s coast.
3 Days • Learn how to sail a 36ft yacht
Embark on a transformative three-day journey with Intermediate Sailing (ASA 103), where you'll master larger boats and essential skills for overnight adventures. Learn navigation, weather, and emergency response while enjoying the freedom of the open water. This course is your gateway to a thrilling sailing lifestyle, certified and guided by professionals.
Prerequisite: Beginning Sailing (ASA 101) & 1 Group Sail or six hours independent sailing
Students ages 17 & under must be accompanied by a legal guardian
3 Day Course
Beginning Sailing (ASA 101) taught you how to use the wind to move the boat. You learned rules of the road and the basic safety rules that allowed you to begin enjoying your time on the water.
Intermediate Sailing (ASA 103) moves you onto a larger boat with the amenities necessary to enable you to go further and stay on the boat longer, including overnight. In some ways, the transition from Beginning to Intermediate Sailing is the biggest step you will take in this sport. Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered.
Your study of terms and technology continues in Intermediate Sailing. Now you need to understand the parts of the boat you rely on for food, water, and shelter, in addition to safety.
You’ll learn about weather and navigation and how to apply that knowledge to trip planning. Beginning Sailing was a daytime course. Intermediate Sailing students begin to learn about operating at night. Prevention and responding to onboard emergencies also become important as you learn to venture further on a sailboat.
The ultimate goal of ASA 103 is learning how to live on a sailboat. Most likely, you will begin by staying on the boat for a weekend or a week. You’ll soon find the amount of time you spend sailing and the places you go are only limited if you choose to limit them. ASA 103 is truly a gateway to a whole new world.
Always review the latest marine weather reports to plan a safe and enjoyable trip on the water.
Know where life jackets, flares, and fire extinguishers are located before setting sail.
Regularly rehearse emergency procedures to improve crew readiness and response time.
Proper footwear improves safety by reducing the risk of slipping on wet surfaces.
Marina del Rey, constructed in the 1960s, transformed the coastline into the largest small craft harbor in North America, becoming a hub for Southern California’s marine recreation.
Sailing schools here emphasize Leave No Trace principles and support harbor cleanups to protect marine habitats and water quality.
Protects against wind and spray during sailing.
summer specific
Help maintain grip while handling lines and sails.
Crucial for safety on wet boat surfaces.
Reduce glare from sun reflecting off the water.
summer specific