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American Sailing Association is the leading authority on sailing instruction
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Learn to sail through our network of certified sailing schools with certified
sailing instructors.

Through our sailing classes, ASA will
help you learn sailing, safely & with confidence.

ASA Certified Students can go from
basic sailing lessons to advanced sailing courses, enjoying sailing experiences
around the world.

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Over 809,700 American Sailing Association certifications have been awarded as of June 2009


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ZAC SUNDERLAND UPDATE!!!

The American Sailing Association will certify Zac Sunderland’s world record when he

becomes the youngest person to have sailed around the world by himself. This certification

will take place during Zac’s return to Marina Del Rey in early July – at a special homecoming

event. Click here for more information regarding Zac’s historic journey, for key statistics and

chronology regarding sailing world records and for access to sailing record holders / pundits

who can speak to media / others regarding Zac’s historic achievement.


Earn Sailing Certification With ASA

The American Sailing Association is committed to helping you understand, appreciate and fully enjoy the incredible world of sailing.

If you thought you could never learn to sail because you don't own a boat, think again. Through the combination of nonprofit organizations that have expanded affordable access to sailing resources and ASA's varied catalog of sailing classes, sailing is accessible to virtually everyone.

ASA will do much more than simply show you the basics; our affiliated schools can teach you everything you need to be a skilled and experienced sailor, including helping you earn your sailing certification.

If you'd like to learn more, the best way to start your journey is to explore ASA.com for sailing schools like those in the beautiful Bay area. We recommend that you begin your tour by reading some of the detailed articles featured here on keelboat resources, certification program information and more.

The American Sailing Association is the leading authority on the art of sailing.
Learn to sail through our network of certified sailing courses. To date, more than 270,900 people have learned to sail with us completing 809,700 ASA certifications.

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