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Featured Instructor: Jack Karger, The Adventurous Sailor Behind Vagabonde Adventures

Meet Jack Karger, the adventurous sailor behind Vagabonde Adventures. Our latest featured instructor, Jack believes sailing is truly for everyone and a lifelong pursuit of learning and discovery. Capture the spirit of sailing as you read of Jack's adventures.

How to Make the Most of This Year’s Annapolis Sailboat Show

Soak up all Annapolis has to offer at this year's Sailboat Show. American Sailing is offering two can't-miss seminars in the Sailing Capital of the U.S. While you're in town, soak up the night life, network with other sailors, and catch up on the latest in sailing technology.

Chris Bedford: Empowering Sailors with Precision Marine Weather Forecasts

Chris Bedford is the ultimate marine weather coach, teaching sailors to turn the superficial data served by apps into true weather wisdom, helping them make smart decisions at sea. Chris is a veteran of 10 America's Cup cycles, among many other highlights in his career.

July 2023 Sailor of the Month: Christopher Dang

American Sailing's July 2023 Sailor of the Month is Christopher Dang from San Francisco, CA. He recently moved to the Bay area and quickly adopted sailing as a central part of his lifestyle. Later this year he will compete in the Clipper Race, and we're excited to keep up with his adventures!

Featured School: Go Sail Flathead Lake

Go Sail Flathead Lake offers American Sailing certifications in Montana at the gateway to Glacier National Park. Students can earn ASA 101, 103, and 104 on the school's fleet of comfortable and fun monohulls ranging from 22 to 33 feet.

Do I Need An IPC?

If you plan to charter a yacht in Europe, the International Proficiency Certificate offers US-based sailors an equivalent to the ICC, which is a requirement by charter companies. Apply online in minutes and set your sights on a Mediterranean dream vacation!

Women on the Water: Eta Covo

Eta Covo is a woman on the water helping people realize their sailing dreams. From her youth she grew up sailing on her family's yacht in the Croatian Islands and learned how to turn that passion into her living. Catch the wind of her inspiration and set sail with Vagabonde!

40 Sailing Tips

Everytime a sailor gets on the water, there are certain steps that must be taken. Whether it's your first sail or the 400th sail, these tips will keep you smart, safe, and ready to have a great day sailing. In celebration of 40 years of educating the world's sailors.

How to Prep for ASA 101

It's exciting when you still have your first sailing class ahead of you on the calendar! Here are a few steps you can take to prepare for ASA 101, including reading the textbook, playing with the sailing app, studying vocabulary, and even, yes - go sailing!

Learn to Race: Sailing Racing Terms

Learning to race is a key part of becoming a solid sailor, and the first step is learning the language. Racing terms are an added layer to an already complex sailing language, so we're offering a condensed primer here to help you to the start line.

July Is National Learn To Sail Month

July is National Learn to Sail month, and at American Sailing, we believe sailing is for everyone. We've made it our mission to lower the barrier to entry as much as possible for women, veterans, and everyone in between to participate in this adventurous, beautiful, life-changing sport.

40 Sailing Phrases to Know

Sailors have a way of speaking, and the sport has its own language. Some sailing phrases are common in everyday language, while others are only really used on a sailboat. The ones common in our everyday language have a nautical origin that will make you a more enlightened sailor, as well. The ones used only on a sailboat? Well, the sailing lifestyle lends itself to a specific language to describe situations and offer comedic relief when we are at the mercy of the conditions, and those will make you smarter and more adaptable in real life as well. Check out 40 sailing phrases you should know.

Featured School: Aventura Sailing Academy

Aventura Sailing Academy is located within Aventura Sailing Club in Dana Point, California. Known for its beautiful harbor and ideal sailing conditions, the club offers sailing experiences for both beginners and seasoned sailors. They have been teaching sailing since 1976 and are one of the top American Sailing schools.

How Do I Learn To Sail?

Learning to sail can become more than just a nostalgic daydream — here are some frequently asked questions about how to go from daydreamer to daysailer. A practical, nine-step approach that will have you on the water enjoying the magic of sailing in short order.

Nautical Flags: Origins, Meanings, and Resources

If you've ever wondered about the curious world of nautical flags, their origins, uses, and all of their various meanings, here's the primer to get you started and further resources to expand your horizons.

How to Deal With Seasickness While Sailing

Don't let seasickness ruin your ability to enjoy sailing. There are plenty of seasoned sailors who started out with complications from motion sickness and they have since earned their sea legs. There isn't a one-size fits all solution, but most people seem to find their personal combination of actions to keep from missing a day on the water.

June 2023 Sailor of the Month: Heidi Petrowicz

American Sailing's June Sailor of the Month is Heidi Petrowicz from Howland’s Landing, Kingston Bay, Duxbury, MA. Starting with childhood trips to the beach to finding ASA online classes Heidi's story is a story of aspirations realized.

The Ocean Race Sails Into Newport with a Warning About the Health of the Seas

The Ocean Race stopped over in Newport, Rhode Island in mid-May 2023 with a message about the health of the seas and an exciting outlook toward the future of sailing. Sail Newport raised $2M in sponsorships to bring the race to the area with a focus on sharing the sport and raising environmental awareness.