ASA 106, Advanced Coastal Cruising
Qualified to safely serve as skipper or crew on a sailing vessel between 30 and 50 feet in length, capable of handling coastal and inland waters in any conditions. The "Advanced Coastal Cruising" certification focuses on the skills needed to skipper a boat in more challenging coastal and offshore conditions. Building on previous courses, it emphasizes seamanship, navigation, and boat handling in heavier weather.
This course will cover
Key Components of ASA 106:
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Advanced Boat Handling: Skipper a 30 to 50-foot sailboat in coastal and offshore conditions, both day and night, in winds up to 40 knots and seas up to 12 feet.
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Heavy Weather Sailing: Learn techniques for heavy weather sailing, including reefing, heaving-to, and storm tactics.
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Advanced Navigation: Master coastal and offshore navigation, including use of advanced electronic tools, radar, and chart plotters, along with traditional methods like dead reckoning and celestial navigation.
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Passage Planning: Plan and execute longer passages, including overnight sails, with considerations for weather, tides, and currents.
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Safety: Emphasis on offshore safety practices, including emergency procedures, life raft deployment, and search and rescue protocols.
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Night Sailing: Develop skills for night sailing, including watchkeeping, navigation, and understanding night-specific hazards.
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Systems Management: Advanced understanding of onboard systems, including troubleshooting and repairs during extended passages.
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After completing ASA 106, students are certified to skipper a cruising sailboat in coastal and offshore waters, handling challenging conditions with confidence. This certification is ideal for those planning to undertake longer coastal passages or more adventurous cruising.
