- Log in to post comments
Set Sail with Confidence: Your Ultimate Sailing Video Guide
Unlock the secrets of sailing with an engaging video curriculum designed to take you from beginner to confident sailor.
Getting Started: The Foundations of Sailing
Jump Start Your ASA 101 Course
A quick introduction to what you’ll learn in ASA 101 and how this video series will set you up for success.
Parts of the Boat… and How They Work!
A tour of the essential parts of a sailboat and their functions, so you’ll always know your bow from your stern.
7 Knots You Need to Know for Your ASA 101 Class
Master the fundamental knots every sailor must know, from the bowline to the cleat hitch.
Mastering the Basics: Boat Handling & Sailing Theory
ASA’s Points of Sail… Simplified
An easy-to-understand breakdown of the different sailing angles and how they affect your course.
Understanding the Tiller & Rudder
How to steer your boat like a pro and avoid common mistakes.
Rigging & Sails: Setting Up for Success
Rigging the Andrews 21 for Your ASA 101 Course
A step-by-step guide to preparing the Andrews 21 for a day on the water.
How to Raise the Mainsail… on the Andrews 21
Learn the proper technique for hoisting the mainsail efficiently and safely.
How to Raise the Jib… on the Andrews 21
A walkthrough on setting the jib correctly to optimize your sail trim.
Raising the Main and Jib on the Water
How to handle your sails when you're already underway.
How to Drop the Main on the Andrews 21 (Taco & Burrito Methods)
Two easy ways to safely and neatly lower and stow your mainsail.
Docking & Departing: Smooth Sailing from Start to Finish
Leaving the Dock Safely
Techniques to cast off smoothly and get underway with confidence.
How to Return to Dock on the Andrews 21
Master docking techniques to return safely and in control every time.
Line Handling & Putting the Boat to Bed
How to secure the boat properly and leave it ready for the next adventure.
Sailing Techniques: Maneuver Like a Pro
All About Tacking
Learn the mechanics of tacking and how to execute it smoothly.
Introduction to Gybing… Safely
A beginner-friendly guide to controlled gybes and avoiding accidental jibes.
Reefing: Managing Your Sails in Changing Conditions
Reefing – “Why, When & How” on the Andrews 21
Understand why reefing is crucial and how to do it properly.
Reefing While Underway
How to safely reduce sail area while sailing in stronger winds.
Rules of the Water: Stay Safe & Informed
Rules of the Road & Rights of Way
Essential sailing rules to avoid collisions and navigate safely.
Outboard Motor Basics: Keeping Your Engine Running
Andrews 21 Outboard Starting Procedures
A step-by-step guide to starting your outboard motor with ease.
Troubleshooting Your Outboard!
Quick fixes for common engine issues to keep you sailing.
Safety & Emergency Maneuvers: Stay Prepared
How to Heave-To
A simple but vital maneuver for stopping your boat in open water.
The Figure-8 Man Overboard Maneuver
How to react quickly and retrieve a crew member from the water.
Navigation & Planning: Making the Most of Every Sail
Understanding Tides & Currents
How to read and predict water movement to plan your sail effectively.
Using Apps to Help Plan Your Day of Sailing
Must-have sailing apps for navigation, weather, and trip planning.
Navigation Aids & Safety Equipment
An overview of key navigation markers and the safety gear you should always have onboard.
Your Next Steps: Becoming a Confident Sailor
This video curriculum gives you everything you need to set sail with confidence. Keep practicing, keep learning, and most importantly—enjoy the journey!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
