Two Days to Coastal Confidence: ASA 103 from Lambercht Marina

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Two Days to Coastal Confidence: ASA 103 from Lambercht Marina

A concentrated, two-day American Sailing Association 103 Basic Coastal Cruising course that teaches navigation, weather observation, engine troubleshooting and rules-of-the-road aboard an auxiliary sailing yacht.

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Two Days to Coastal Confidence: ASA 103 from Lambercht Marina.

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Location
Harrison Township
Operator
Lake St. Clair Sailing School
Category
Sailing
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ASA 103 is a two-day Basic Coastal Cruising certification taught by Lake St. Clair Sailing School out of Harrison Township. The course compresses classroom and on-deck instruction into full daylight hours aboard an auxiliary sailing yacht so students can master coastal-cruising essentials—navigation, weather observation, engines and troubleshooting, rules of the road and heavy-weather considerations.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SKILLS

Coastal cruising essentials

Students work through the fundamentals needed for safe coastal passages: rules of the road, basic navigation, weather observations and heavy-weather considerations.

THE BOAT

Hands-on learning aboard an auxiliary sailing yacht

Instruction is delivered during daylight hours aboard an auxiliary sailing yacht so participants gain practical, underway experience with systems, engines and dockwork.

THE CERTIFICATE

A compact, test-included certification

ASA 103 is delivered as a concentrated two-day course designed to prepare aspiring sailors for coastal cruising and for ASA assessment.

What the day feels like

What the two-day course feels like

The course unfolds as an intensive weekend: classroom briefings and dockside instruction segue into on-deck practice. Over two long training days students alternate watch of lessons and practical drills to build the skills and confidence needed for coastal passages.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits—and who should wait.

1
Aspiring certificantsIdeal for sailors seeking the ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising certification who already hold the ASA 101 prerequisite.
2
Teens and young adultsOpen to participants aged 13 and older, making this accessible to motivated teens with prior beginner-level training.
3
Beginners without ASA 101Not a match for true beginners who have not completed ASA 101; the prerequisite must be satisfied before enrolling.
4
Those seeking an intensive weekendThe format is a concentrated two-day course (full days), so it fits learners who can commit to long days on back-to-back weekend dates.

Practical planner

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What to Bring

Sunscreen, a jacket, lunch, water and seasickness medication (take medication about an hour before the start of class).

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the ASA 103 course?

This is a two-day course held Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm.

How much does the course cost?

The adult rate is $595; that price includes ASA testing fees.

Is the course book included in the price?

The course price does not include the 'Coastal Cruising Made Easy' book; there is an extra $35 fee for that book if you choose to purchase it.

What are the age and prerequisite requirements?

Participants must be ages 13 and up and must have completed ASA 101 prior to taking ASA 103.

Where do I meet for the course?

Meet at Lambercht Marina (previously Markley Marine), 31300 N River Rd, Harrison Charter Township, MI 48045.

What should I do if I’m prone to seasickness?

Bring seasickness medication and take it about an hour before the start of class, as advised in the course materials.