WELCOME ABOARD. Whether you are looking to begin sailing as a weekend activity on a local freshwater lake, or you are dreaming of chartering and cruising on blue water, our staff of certified ASA instructors can help you get started on the proper tack. For those aspiring to move on to open-water sailing, you can jump start your path toward mastering ASA’s Coastal Cruising and Bareboat Chartering courses by earning your ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing certification close to home before heading off to the coast or islands.