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About Certification with Harbor Sailboats

Harbor Sailboats offers a full range of American Sailing Association (ASA) classes and certifications. These ASA classes are approved by the National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the U. S. Coast Guard as a recognized safe boating course. ASA certification not only meets all requirements for mandatory education and licensing for every state in the United States but is also recognized by many national and international authorities, charter and insurance companies.

Sail with Confidence
As part of the American Sailing Association family, we are dedicated to promoting safe recreational sailing approved every year and seven-time winner of the “ASA School of the Year” award by the American Sailing Association (ASA); Harbor Sailboats offers sailing instruction for the beginner through advanced sailor year round. As boaters take to the water with Harbor Sailboats our instructors will set the course for a lifetime of safe, fun cruising.

Why Get Certified

1. ASA certification is recognized by sailing professionals and charter companies worldwide. When chartering a boat or yacht, certification allows charter companies like Harbor Sailboats and others around the world to "know what you know". It's like having a driver's license and is often a requirement for making a reservation.
2. ASA certification ensures that our school, instructors and curriculum comply with an established and comprehensive program.
3. Insurance companies recognize certification and often allow for discounts when purchasing a boat or yacht.
4. Certification provides a tangible means of representing skill level when chartering and checking onto a boat or yacht.

Train with Professional Instructors

	We strive to employ highly qualified, dedicated and professional instructors. Harbor Sailboats instructors are U.S. Coast Guard licensed and ASA certified professionals. Each instructor has been thoroughly screened for outstanding communication and seamanship skills. You will find our instructors to be patient, caring guides who will share your enthusiasm and excitement about sailing and each new skill mastered. Upon completion of each class, students are asked to complete an evaluation to assist Harbor Sailboats in modifying and improving all classes and instructors. Instructor Evaluation

Receive Personal Attention

	Classes are limited to four and five students with one instructor per boat. Students learn in a supportive environment with others of equal ability. Reading materials and homework are provided in preparation for each class.

Ideal Learning Conditions

	Steady wind with speeds averaging 10 knots, an average temperature of 70 degrees and the flat protected waters of the San Diego Bay make an ideal environment for learning to sail year round.

Maximum "on the water time"

	Eighty-five percent of all class time is on-the-water training. Classes are designed and adhere to the ASA Standard to ensure becoming truly proficient at each level of certification.