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Ready to advance your sailing skills? Join the waitlist for Seattle’s ASA 102 Keelboat Sailing 2 course and prepare to take the helm on Puget Sound’s open waters. Discover why this hands-on sailing experience is a must for Pacific Northwest adventurers.
Ready to advance your sailing skills? Join the waitlist for Seattle’s ASA 102 Keelboat Sailing 2 course and prepare to take the helm on Puget Sound’s open waters. Discover why this hands-on sailing experience is a must for Pacific Northwest adventurers.
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Operated by Seattle Sailing Club · Seattle, Washington
moderate.
4–6 hours.
Participants should be in moderate physical shape to handle moving around the boat and managing sails.
Yes, ASA 102 is designed for sailors who have basic knowledge, such as completing ASA 101 or equivalent experience.
Classes are conducted on keelboats, which are stable and responsive, ideal for learning intermediate sailing skills.
Yes, sailing lessons may be rescheduled for unsafe weather conditions to ensure participant safety.
Each session typically lasts between four to six hours, including hands-on sailing and classroom instruction.
Seattle Sailing offers private lessons or group bookings subject to availability—contact them directly to arrange.
Dress in layers with waterproof gear, non-slip shoes, and sun protection to stay comfortable on the water.
Seattle’s sailing tradition dates back over a century, with the city’s maritime community playing a crucial role in regional trade and recreation.
Seattle Sailing practices eco-friendly operations, including minimizing waste and educating sailors on protecting Puget Sound’s delicate marine ecosystem.
Seattle Sailing Club is a community-focused sailing organization in the Puget Sound region that offers instructional courses, on-water clinics, racing programs, and social events for sailors of all levels. The club organizes American Sailing Association (ASA) courses—ranging from beginner certifications to instructor qualification programs—alongside skill-building clinics such as on‑the‑water practice sessions, racing clinics, and navigation seminars. Specialized offerings include women’s programs, LGBTQ+ programs, Sistership Sails, and targeted clinics for spinnaker and racing techniques. The club operates structured classroom learning combined with hands-on training; for example, the ASA 103 course is a 21-hour program that blends classroom instruction with practical sailing experience. Several events and advanced classes run on waitlists when capacity is reached, giving interested sailors the opportunity to join if spaces open. Sailfest and casual racing clinics emphasize community, inclusivity, and relaxed competition, while race clinics and skipper-level training focus on The Racing Rules of Sailing, tactics, and onboard communication. Seattle Sailing Club supports aspiring instructors through ASA-affiliated Instructor Qualification Courses and provides seminars on navigation, engine troubleshooting, and advanced sail handling. Safety, certified curriculum standards, and peer mentorship underpin the club’s offerings. The club’s programs combine measurable training milestones, small-group instruction, and organized graduation sails to ensure clear progression for learners. Whether seeking certification, competitive racing experience, or inclusive community sails, Seattle Sailing Club provides accessible, structured, and trustworthy sailing education and social opportunities on Puget Sound. Instructors follow ASA standards, events welcome newcomers and experienced sailors, and waitlist notifications are sent when openings occur throughout the season.
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