Refine your sail trim, boat handling, and maneuvering skills while learning good crewmanship and teamwork.
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ASA 119 Marine Weather EndorsementTurn the skies into your guide for safer and smarter sailing
ASA 119 Marine Weather Endorsement is designed for sailors who want to elevate their understanding of weather patterns and improve their decision-making on the water. Marine weather is a critical factor in safe and enjoyable boating, and this course gives you the tools to interpret forecasts, predict conditions, and anticipate weather changes. By learning to read the skies, sea, and weather maps, you’ll sail with more confidence, make informed choices, and avoid unexpected conditions. Whether you’re a coastal cruiser or an ocean voyager, ASA 119 will make you a more knowledgeable and capable sailor.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
ASA 119 Marine Weather Endorsement provides a comprehensive introduction to marine weather, covering the key concepts that every sailor needs to understand. You’ll learn to interpret wind patterns, atmospheric pressure, cloud formations, and sea states, along with how these elements interact to shape weather conditions. The course explores global weather systems, including strong wind systems and their behavior, and teaches you to use weather maps, barometers, and satellite data. You’ll also discover how to make on-board forecasts using traditional and modern tools. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to plan voyages with an eye on the weather, ensuring safer and more enjoyable sailing.
119 CERTIFICATION STANDARDS
It’s important to understand that simply enrolling in an ASA 119 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.
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ASA 103
Coastal Cruising
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ASA 105
Coastal Navigation
Learn traditional navigation skills and methods to explore new cruising grounds and handle the ever-changing conditions of coastal waters.
