ASA 108 Offshore PassagemakingPush your limits and take command of the open ocean.
ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking is the pinnacle of sailing education, designed for sailors who are ready to tackle the challenge of open-ocean adventures. This course equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to handle long-distance voyages, preparing you for the unique conditions and demands of life far from shore. Whether you dream of crossing oceans or undertaking multi-day passages, ASA 108 gives you the tools to safely navigate and manage a vessel on extended journeys. Embrace the ultimate sailing challenge and learn what it takes to be a true offshore skipper.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking is an advanced course focusing on the skills necessary for safe and effective navigation across open oceans. You’ll master passage planning using tools like Great Circle plotting and rhumb lines, and learn to select the right routes for Atlantic and Pacific crossings. The course covers essential topics, including vessel and crew preparation, food provisioning, emergency procedures, and advanced navigation techniques. Practical skills include managing long watch-keeping routines, performing emergency drills, and utilizing celestial navigation for accurate positioning. By the end, you’ll be fully equipped to plan and execute offshore voyages, handling everything from routine maintenance to emergencies at sea.
108 CERTIFICATION STANDARDS
It’s important to understand that simply enrolling in an ASA 108 course and attending classes doesn’t automatically guarantee certification. Our commitment is to the safety and competence of every sailor who takes to the water, which is why we’ve developed rigorous curriculum standards. These standards are designed to ensure you receive the highest quality education, equipping you with the skills and confidence you need to handle a boat safely. From sail trim to navigation, we hold you to a high standard, so when you earn your certification, you know you’re truly ready to skipper with skill and confidence. Safety isn’t just a lesson—it’s our priority, and these standards are what set you up for success on the water.
Download a PDF of the basic skills learned in this course. When you enroll in a certification course with a school, you will be taught each of these skills. Your ability to demonstrate these skills on the water and in the written exam determines whether you receive a certification or if you need more practice before receiving the certification.
To be successful in earning the certification, we highly recommend you study all available materials so that your time in class is used efficiently and effectively.
STUDY MATERIALS
TEXTBOOK
Offshore Passagemaking
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