Our ASA Sailing Courses
At Wet & Salty Sailing School, we offer both day-sailing and liveaboard ASA courses, helping students progress from complete beginners to earning an internationally recognized ASA sailing certification.and IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) Our programs equip you with the skills and confidence to sail independently and qualify to charter sailboats and catamarans up to 50 feet worldwide. Whether you're looking for a structured sailing course or an unforgettable Caribbean sailing vacation, we have the perfect training for you.
Day-Sailing ASA Courses (10 AM – 4 PM training, return to shore each day)
For those who prefer learning while staying on land, our day-sailing courses provide intensive, hands-on instruction:
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ASA 101 – Basic Keelboat Sailing: 3-day Beginner Course to learn the fundamentals of sailing on a J/24 in Barbados' ideal sailing conditions.
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ASA 103 – Coastal Cruising: 3-day Advanced Course. Build your skills with navigation, anchoring, and docking on a Jeanneau 32.
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ASA 110 – Small Boat Sailing: Experience the thrill of sailing smaller centerboard boats or beach catamarans and earn certification. We offer option to train on GP14 or Dart 16 beach catamaran .
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ASA 114 – Catamaran Cruising: Experience and master multihull sailing. Specialize in cruising catamarans, mastering their unique handling and systems. Feel the stability and spaciousness of these magnificent vessels as you glide across the waves, embracing the essence of freedom and adventure.
Liveaboard Sailing Courses (fully immersive, onboard experience)
For those looking for a true sailing adventure, our liveaboard courses offer the ultimate hands-on experience:
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ASA 103 – Coastal Cruising: 3-day liveaboard course. Build your skills with navigation, anchoring, and docking on a Jeanneau 32.
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ASA 104 – Bareboat Cruising: 3-day liveaboard course. Advance your skills in navigation, anchoring, docking, and sail handling while learning to confidently skipper a cruising yacht on a multi-day voyage.
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ASA 114 – Catamaran Cruising: 3-day liveaboard course. Experience and master multihull sailing. Specialize in cruising catamarans, mastering their unique handling and systems. Feel the stability and spaciousness of these magnificent vessels as you glide across the waves, embracing the essence of freedom and adventure.
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Learn to Cruise – 6 days Liveaboard Advanced Sailing Course covering ASA 103 and ASA 104, a guided introduction to the liveaboard sailing lifestyle, perfect for those wanting to transition from day sailing to cruising and bareboating. ASA 101 is prerequisite for this training.
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Beginner to Skipper – A 9 days long comprehensive ASA certification course covering ASA 101, 103, and 104, designed to take you from novice to a confident skipper capable of sailing your own boat.
Whether you're looking for a Caribbean liveaboard sailing vacation, a long-weekend sailing course, or a fast-track ASA certification, Wet & Salty Sailing School in Barbados provides expert instruction in a tropical paradise with steady trade winds and turquoise waters.
Ready to set sail? Contact us today to start your sailing journey!
