ASA 101 - Basic Keelboat - Burnham Harbor - May 17-18, 2025 (INSPIRATION)
In this introductory course, upon completion of this course the student will be able to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards will be taught. Auxiliary power operation is not required.
Taught over 16 hours, the student will have the experience necessary to charter a 20-27 foot sailboat on his/her own for a day sail.
In this introductory course, upon completion of this course the student will be able to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards will be taught. Auxiliary power operation is not required.
Taught over 16 hours, the student will have the experience necessary to charter a 20-27 foot sailboat on his/her own for a day sail.
In this introductory course, upon completion of this course the student will be able to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards will be taught. Auxiliary power operation is not required.
Taught over 16 hours, the student will have the experience necessary to charter a 20-27 foot sailboat on his/her own for a day sail.
Type: Beginner
Location: Burnham Harbor; 1559 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
Dates: May 17-18 2025
Times: Saturday (8 - 4 PM), Sunday (8-4 PM)
Instructor: Captain Matt Owens.
Vessel: Pearson 31-2, Sloop
Class Size: Maximum 4 students
Prerequisites: None
Description:
Able to skipper a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards. Auxiliary power operation is not required.
The class is taught over 16 hours and will give students the experience necessary to sail a sailboat of 20-27 feet in length..
Learning Materials:
Sailing Made Easy Textbook (ASA 101)
ASA Logbook
ASA 101 Standard
90 Day Trial Membership with the ASA
