Learn to Sail, Certify, and Charter from Clear Lake Shores

SailTime Houston — Sailing Lessons, ASA Courses, and Captained Charters

SailTime Houston operates from Clear Lake Shores, Texas, providing practical sailing instruction, ASA certification courses, and captained yacht charters on Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. Whether searching for "sailing lessons Houston," "ASA 101 near me," or "captained yacht charter Galveston Bay," SailTime Houston offers structured programs and recreational outings led by USCG-licensed captains and certified instructors.

Core Offerings

• Intro / Discovery Sails: Two-hour introductory sails on Clear Lake or Galveston Bay — ideal for first-time sailors and families. No prior experience required.
• ASA Certification Courses: Full range of ASA courses including ASA 101 Basic Keelboat, ASA 102, ASA 103/104 coastal cruising combo, ASA 105 navigation, ASA 106 advanced coastal cruising, and ASA 118 auxiliary power and docking.
• Private Instruction: One-on-one or small-group private ASA 101 sessions and tailored lessons for focused skill development.
• Captained Charter: Three-hour captained yacht outings on sporty catamarans or comfortable cruisers with optional food and beverage service.

Why Choose These Programs

SailTime Houston focuses on practical, hands-on sail training. Courses emphasize seamanship, sail trim, docking, navigation, and safety. The fleet includes modern Jeanneau and Beneteau yachts and training boats such as the Colgate 26 SV and 35' sloop-rigged keelboats, including the 2024 Jeanneau 490 used for ASA 106 advanced coastal cruising and night-sailing training.

Training Environment & Credentials

Operating from Clear Lake Shores provides sheltered waters for safe learning and immediate access to broader Galveston Bay for coastal practice. Instructors are US Coast Guard-licensed captains and certified sailing instructors, ensuring industry-standard training for ASA certifications and practical competence for safe, confident sailing.

Who Benefits

• Beginners looking for introductory sails and ASA 101 Basic Keelboat certification.
• Sailors advancing to coastal cruising with ASA 103/104 and ASA 106 courses, including required night sailing experiences.
• Students wanting coastal navigation skills via the ASA 105 program.
• Groups and families seeking relaxed captained charters for celebrations or outings.

Booking & Practical Details

• Courses are offered in small groups for personalized attention.
• Private ASA 101 sessions accommodate tailored schedules.
• Captained charters are available as three-hour yacht excursions with optional amenities.

Keywords & Location Focus

Optimized for searches like sailing lessons Houston, ASA courses Clear Lake, Galveston Bay sailing, ASA 106 Jeanneau 490, ASA 118 docking course, and captained yacht charter Clear Lake Shores, this hub highlights the practical, certified instruction and modern fleet available through SailTime Houston.

Ready to Sail?

Book an introductory sail, enroll in an ASA course, or arrange a captained charter to experience Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. Certification courses and recreational charters provide a pathway from first sail to confident coastal cruising with licensed instructors and contemporary yachts.