Growing Sailors
Cruising with Young Children shares practical tips for safely and joyfully introducing kids to family sailing adventures.
Archives: Experiences
Modern Overboard Rescue
“Man overboard” is one of the most frightening things for a boater to hear. We will teach you some new and proven rescue techniques.
Sailing South to the Caribbean
Sailing South to the Caribbean explains routes via Bermuda and The Bahamas, plus key planning, weather, and safety considerations.
Rules & Tactics
A live, interactive course with Dave Perry that helps racers apply the rules confidently at starts and mark roundings.
No Such Thing As MOB
Centered on Effort explores why mindset, motivation, and commitment matter as much as skill when enrolling in an ASA 101 sailing class.
Performance Race Week – Seattle, WA
Are you ready to become a better sailor? How about five days of practical on-water training and races in Seattle, WA? There's a coach on every boat, s…
Centered on Effort
Centered on Effort explores why mindset, motivation, and commitment matter as much as skill when enrolling in an ASA 101 sailing class.
10-Step Methodology for Effective Passage Planning
10-Step Methodology for Effective Passage Planning outlines a practical, repeatable approach to safer, smarter navigation for any voyage.
A Cruiser’s Christmas
A Cruiser’s Christmas tells a humorous, heartfelt tale of boat breakdowns, teamwork, and finding holiday cheer afloat.
Sailing Gear for Women
Sailing Gear for Women: Why prioritizing safety, durability, & comfort matters more than style when choosing what to wear on the water.
A Nevera
A firsthand account of surviving a rare Nevera storm in Croatia, split second decisions, crew heroism, and lessons every sailor should know.
Navigating with Today’s Technologies
Understand today’s navigation apps and chart plotters, where their data comes from, and how to use them safely.
Fundamentals of Sailing
Refresh your ASA 101 skills with this online class designed to prepare you for a smooth return to sailing.
A Misstep at Sea
A story of how a simple misstep turned into a serious situation in the middle of the Atlantic.
Intermediate Radar
Master intermediate radar skills to navigate confidently, avoid hazards, and make smarter decisions in any visibility or conditions.
American Sailing Announces the Passing of CEO Jonathan Payne
Remembering CEO Jonathan Payne, a dedicated leader and sailor whose compassion, vision, and presence shaped American Sailing.
Preparing Your Boat for Adventure
Learn how to prepare, refit, and outfit your boat for safe, confident offshore cruising with guidance from experienced passagemakers.
Sailing The Pacific Northwest
Learn what makes Pacific Northwest cruising unique with insights, tips, and guidance from the San Juans to Southeast Alaska.