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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  • Guy Robinson, Member

    I started sailing at Modern at the end of 2021 and threw myself into it, spending as much time out on the water as I could. I came to Modern with some flat water dinghy sailing experience and it was quite a transition learning to sail bigger boats in much tougher conditions. There was a lot to learn, but the Modern instructors, Club Skippers and fellow Modern sailors made learning fun and rewarding. My Modern instructors were clearly very experienced sailors and sailing with them was inspiring! I want to thank the maintenance crew and office staff for their dedication and hard work - you are the folks who make things work! There is a lot more to learn and I look forward to sailing with Modern for years to come.

    Guy Robinson
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    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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    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.

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