ASA 101, 103, and 104 Challenges: Shortcuts for experienced sailors to earn certifications | Modern Sailing

ASA 101, 103, and 104 Challenges: Shortcuts for experienced sailors to earn certifications

Are you an experienced sailor looking to earn ASA certifications quickly?

We have good news for you! If you possess the skills and knowledge required to meet the ASA's standards for these certifications, you can skip the course and save time and money by completing an ASA Course Challenge!

What is an ASA Course Challenge?

The ASA requires that a sailing student demonstrate their skills and knowledge in two ways, with a practical exam (on-the-water skills assessment) with a certified ASA instructor, and completing the multiple-choice, 100-question written examination with a score of at least 80. 

When you challenge a course at Modern Sailing, first, you will take the written examination, which will be graded by your instructor. If you achieve a score of at least 80, you and your instructor will then head out on the water for the practical exam.

During the practical exam, the instructor will not provide coaching and instruction. He or she will observe as you demonstrate the skills required to earn the certification and will also act as your crew, taking your commands to assist in the operation of the boat. 

What knowledge and skills are required to earn ASA 101, 103, or 104?

Before you purchase and schedule a Challenge, check the ASA's website to verity that you possess all the skills and knowledge required to earn the certification.

What is the cost of an ASA Course Challenge?

Item Member Price Non-Member Price
Challenge ASA 101, Basic Keelboat Sailing OR Challenge ASA 103, Basic Coastal Cruising $435 $575
Challenge ASA 101 AND 103 (same day, back-to-back) $655 $845
Challenge ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising $875 $1195
Challenge ASA 101, 103, AND 104 $1095 $1495

 

Ready to take the challenge?

To purchase an ASA Course Challenge online, click on the price of your desired certification(s) in the table above to add the Challenge to your Modern Sailing Online Store's shopping cart. If you prefer, or if you have questions, feel free to contact our friendly office team. We're happy to help!

If you're not currently a Modern Sailing club member but would like the member pricing, learn more about membership and find out how you can join  instantly! > Modern Sailing Club Membership 

To get started on scheduling your ASA Course Challenge, after purchasing your Challenge, please complete the Skills Checkout, ASA Course Challenge or Private Lesson Request Form

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  • Esther C

    I took ASA 101 with them recently. They have the best customer service I've ever seen! I mistyped my address when I signed up online so didn't receive the textbook. I called and the lady immediately sent me another copy! Everyone at the club is super friendly.

  • John Boynton

    The class was terrific. I know you must get many compliments about your sailing instructors...But I must tell you that Robert is outstanding. Having taught SCUBA, I really appreciate the way he is so sensitive to all on board, dealing with each so well, knowing quickly their strengths and weaknesses making each feel special and cared for.

  • Warren Leiden, Member

    I try to get out on the water every week: out the Gate, around Angel, up Raccoon - I love it all. After 18 years as a member of OCSC in Berkeley, I learned to sail the bigger boats at Modern by taking ASA 103 and 104. My ASA 104 instructor Dave Russell was terrific. Also, Captain Bill Moreland has been very generous in giving informal advice whenever I’ve asked him. Thanks to Bill, I no longer have any anxiety about docking!

  • Emma & George Stubbs, Sausalito

    We just took our ASA 106 at a school in Rhode Island as we prepare for 6 months of cruising in the Caribbean. The class was great, but more than anything it made us really appreciate the quality of teaching and rigor at Modern Sailing. Even though we were the newest to sailing, the group seemed to think that we had the best fundamentals. We felt very well prepared and we see why Modern Sailing has the reputation it does.

  • Trudy Flores

    Captain Jeff Cathers is really cool. I had such a great time on the Farallones Day Trip. It was actually my very best day of 2020. Thank you so much for coordinating the trip.

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