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Tradewinds Sailing School & Club

Tradewinds Sailing School has a program for sailors at any level who are serious about gaining the foundation knowledge of sailing and continuing on to become a competent sailor.

Tradewinds Sailing School has a program for sailors at any level who are serious about gaining the foundation knowledge of sailing and continuing on to become a competent sailor.

With more than 45 years of teaching experience, our successful method is based on a thorough understanding of how people learn. We also want to make learning to sail easy and enjoyable. But, we don’t take shortcuts. Our instructors are selected for their teaching skills and their ability to make learning to sail fun.

We show you the sailing secrets
that other sailors do not share.

Why Choose Tradewinds Sailing School?

  • We have great instructors
  • We offer you a professional training program
  • Each of our ASA courses offers the maximum number of hours on the water
    • On average, you are sailing 6 hours each day
  • We are affordable
    • You will like our course pricing
    • ASA certification and textbooks are included in our course pricing
  • Specialty classes are available
    • We don’t stop with the ASA courses, you can enjoy extending your learning with our advanced skills classes
  • We have an all Women’s program
    • Tradewinds offers the unique opportunity to learn sailing and join social sails with other women
    • Our female instructors are excited to help other women with their sailing skills

So, whether you want to

  • Cruise the world in your own boat
  • Charter sailboats for exotic vacations
  • Share sailing with your friends and family without the boat ownership hassle
  • Buy your own sailboat
  • Experience our all-women’s sailing

Tradewinds Sailing School is the right choice.

Certifications

101

Keelboat Sailing 1

Welcome aboard to ASA 101, the gateway to your sailing adventure! This foundational course sets the stage for mastering the art of sailing

103

Coastal Cruising

Welcome to ASA 103 Coastal Cruising, where you take your sailing skills to the next level!

104

Bareboat Cruising

ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising, where your sailing journey reaches a new level of independence and adventure

105

Coastal Navigation

ASA 105 Coastal Navigation is essential for anyone ready to move beyond day sailing and take command of extended trips along the coast.

106

Advanced Coastal Cruising

Advanced Coastal Cruising is the ultimate course for sailors looking to sharpen their skills and expand their cruising horizons

107

Celestial Navigation

ASA 107 Celestial Navigation is for sailors who want to master the timeless art of navigating by the stars

108

Offshore Passage-making

ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking is the pinnacle of sailing education, designed for sailors who are ready to tackle the challenge of open-ocean adventures.

114

Cruising Catamaran

ASA 114 Cruising Catamaran is the key to unlocking the unique pleasures and challenges of multihull sailing

118

Docking Endorsement

ASA 118 Docking Endorsement is the perfect course for sailors who want to master the art of docking with confidence and precision.

119

Marine Weather Endorsement

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.

120

Radar Endorsement

ASA 120 Radar Endorsement is essential for any sailor navigating in low visibility conditions or unfamiliar waters.

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