BOAT DRIVING LESSONS

Just bought a boat and would like some guidance on proper driving techniques? Want to find out if boating is for you? Always just wanted to learn? We can help! We can provide instruction on docking, towing equipment, basic driving skills, anchoring, right of way, navigation and other important aspects of life on the water. We offer expert instruction on all types of water craft and our equipment is available either on a per boat basis or as a package. Captains are available for $25/hour (2 hour minimum) plus the rental of the boat. Please call the desired rental location for reservations.

 

The American Sailing Association is one of the four premier sailing schools in the United States. Seaforth Sailing Club offers the best instruction for beginner through advanced sailing. Our ASA certified Sailing Instructors can teach you everything from the basics of sailing a 22' sailboat in the sheltered waters of San Diego Bay or Mission Bay to the skill level necessary to skipper a 50' sailboat to Catalina Island or to charter a boat in the Bahamas. For more information on ASA visit: www.ASA.com

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Basic Keelboat Sailing (ASA 101)

Prerequisites: None
Reading Material: Sailing Fundamentals by Gary Jobson (pg 1-134)
Description
A two-day course going from 9-3 both days, sailors will sail a Capri 22' in moderate wind and sea conditions in the San Diego Bay. A preparatory Standard with no navigation skills required. As the Basic Keelboat (101) is a prerequisite for further ASA certificates, we suggest you sign up! This course is taught with 3-4 students per instructor. When you complete the Basic Keelboat course you are able to captain a vessel up to 25'.
The Cost
Free for members of our Sailing Club, $190 for club co-members, and $249 for non-members.
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Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103)

Prerequisites: ASA 101
Reading Material: Sailing Fundamentals by Gary Jobson (pg 135-204)
Description
A two-day course going from 9-5 both days taught on either a Catalina 270, or 320. Sailors must cruise safely in local and regional waters as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary powered sailboat in moderate winds and sea conditions.
The Cost
For members and co-members of our Sailing Club the cost is $310, and $420 for non-members.
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Bareboat Chartering (ASA 104)

Prerequisites: ASA 101 & 103
Reading Material: Cruising Fundamentals by Harry Munns
Description
A two-day live aboard class starting at 9am and finishing at 5pm the following day. Sailors will act as skipper and crew on a Catalina 320 while they practice both day and night sailing in coastal waters. Sailors will gain skills in maintenance, boating systems, navigation, anchoring and more.
The Cost
For members and co-members of our Sailing Club the cost is $395, and $495 for non-members.
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ASA 103 & 104 Combination Class

Prerequisites: ASA 101
Reading Material: Sailing Fundamentals by Gary Jobson (pg 135-204) and Cruising Fundamentalsby Harry Munns
Description
A four-day trip to Catalina Island with duel cruising certification of ASA 103 and 104. This is a live aboard course, which generally leaves at 9am on a Friday and returns Monday morning. Students will have a unique opportunity to learn not only the skills of the 103 and 104 but also how to provision a boat for short term cruising.
The Cost
For members and co-members of our Sailing Club the cost is $750, and $795 for non-members.
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Coastal Navigation (ASA 105)

Prerequisites: None
Reading Material: Coastal Navigation Book with Practice Chart produced by ASA
Description
This class can either be taught over three evenings from 5-9pm or done as a home study. Sailors must demonstrate the navigational theory required to safely navigate a sailing vessel in costal or inland waters. There are no sailing skills as part of this standard.
The Cost
For members and co-members and non-members the cost of the class is $275.
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Advanced Coastal Cruising (ASA 106)

Prerequisites: ASA 101, 103, 104, & 105
Reading Material: Annapolis Book of Seamanship by John Rousmaniere and Mark Smith
Description
A three-day live aboard course, which leaves at 9am and returns in the evening of the third day. Sailors will act both as skipper and crew on a Catalina 320. This is a day and nighttime standard in coastal and inland water and in any weather.
The Cost
For members and co-members of our Sailing Club the cost is $850, and $975 for non-members.
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Get ASA certified

All of our Sailing classes are taught in accordance with the American Sailing Association Standards.  Upon completion of our courses you will earn a Seaforth Sailing School Certification and be eligible to earn your ASA certification.  In order to receive an ASA certification, ASA requires a one time fee of $39.  This cost will include a 1 year membership to ASA, a 1 year subscription to Sailing Magazine, certification seals for all levels achieved, and an ASA certified sailor ID card.  American Sailing Association is a world-wide recognized sailing school and sets the standards for sailing certifications.  Check out www.asa.com for more details.

Take the 101 Challenge

Sailors who already have the skills necessary to pass the 101 Basic Keelboat class can challenge the course. There is a private on the water sailing skills portion to the certification, including a knot test as well as the written exam. Sailors should read Sailing Fundamentals by Gary Jobson to page 134 to see if they will be prepared for the challenge.
The Cost
For members and co-members and non-members the cost is $99 for up to 3.5 hours

5 DAYS OVERNIGHT VACATION PACKAGE
COMBO A.S.A. 101 + 103 CERTIFICATION

This program has been designed for people who would like to learn how to sail large vessels and have a week long vacation in beautiful San Diego at the same time.

You will experience living aboard on a beautiful Catalina 320 for 5 days and get certified through the American Sailing Association (A.S.A) for the 101 Basic Keelboat class and the 103 Coastal Cruising class.

YOUR VACATION SCHEDULE WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:

Monday: get yourself comfortable onboard your luxurious 32' Yacht. Around 10:00 am start your 101 Basic Keelboat course on a Capri 22'. Free time after 4:00 pm to study or enjoy the San Diego nightlife and your first night aboard.
Tuesday: completion of the 101 course on the Capri 22 .
Wednesday: practice and polish your new skills on your own while sailing the Capri 22.
Thursday: begin the 103 Coastal Cruising course on board your Catalina 320.
Friday: completion of the 103.

This vacation package is only $2,095 for up to 2 people ($450 per additional student) and includes:

5 days and nights on a Catalina 320, which is equipped with towels, linens, pots, pans and dishware, stereo-CD player, safety equipment and more.

• 101 Basic Keelboat and 103 Coastal Cruising courses
• Usage of a Capri 22' for the first 3 days.
• Downtown amenities include showers, pool, Jacuzzi, restaurants and room service from the Marriott Hotel; this location is within walking distance from Seaport Village, the historic Gaslamp quarter, Civic center, theaters, nightclubs and much more.
• Coronado facilities include showers, public pool. Restaurants, famous Hotel Del Coronado, the shops on Orange Avenue and the golf course are all within short walking distance.

We also offer 3 and 5 day vacation packages

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Optional: add the 104 Bareboat Charter class on Saturday, spending the Friday night at anchor near the Coronado Islands for an extra $ 450. This class includes overview of maintenance and boat systems, navigation to a destination, safety and troubleshooting, overnight anchoring and more

Call Seaforth Boat Rentals (619) 223-1681 for reservation or
email info@seaforthboatrental.com