Two-Day Sloop Sailing Intensive in Sandusky

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Two-Day Sloop Sailing Intensive in Sandusky

A two-day, hands-on course that teaches skippers to handle 25'–35' sloop-rigged keelboats, covering boat systems, navigation, docking, anchoring and safety.

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Two-Day Sloop Sailing Intensive in Sandusky.

Duration
Contact operator
Location
Sandusky
Operator
Erie Islands Sailing School & Adventures LLC
Category
Sailing
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Embark on a focused, two-day program in Sandusky to master the fundamentals of coastal cruising aboard a sloop-rigged keelboat. The course is a hands-on progression designed to build confidence in boat systems, navigation and seamanship while operating by day in moderate wind and sea conditions.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE COURSE

Two days of structured, on‑water training

This compact program runs across two full days, focusing on the practical skills needed to skipper a coastal cruising keelboat and to elevate your confidence and competence on deck.

THE BOAT

Sloop‑rigged keelboat handling

Training concentrates on piloting sloop‑rigged, auxiliary‑powered 25'–35' keelboats, including basic boat systems and auxiliary engine operation.

THE SKILLS

Navigation, docking, anchoring and seamanship

Expect instruction in intermediate sail trim, navigation rules and basic coastal navigation, plus anchoring, weather considerations, safety and everyday seamanship.

What the day feels like

What the two-day course feels like

The program is a hands-on, daytime progression in which students move from systems and terminology to practical boat handling: trimming sails, operating the auxiliary engine, practicing docking and anchoring, and applying basic coastal navigation and safety principles under moderate conditions.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course is built for — and who should prepare first.

1
Aspiring SkippersA direct next step for sailors who want the practical skills to skipper a coastal cruising keelboat; requires prior completion of ASA 101.
2
Certification SeekersIdeal for students aiming to validate and expand basic keelboat skills into coastal cruising competencies, provided the ASA 101 prerequisite is met.
3
Not for Absolute BeginnersNot suitable for people without the ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing prerequisite—this course builds on that foundational training.
4
Committed LearnersBest for participants prepared to engage in an intensive, two‑day, hands‑on schedule who have already completed required prerequisites.

Practical planner

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What to Bring

Confirm course‑specific gear and clothing recommendations with the operator prior to arrival; the program includes practical on‑water work and will have a gear list.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising course?

The course runs two days, with 8 hours of instruction per day.

Is there a prerequisite to enroll?

Yes. ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing is a required prerequisite.

What type of boat will we learn on?

Instruction is on sloop‑rigged, auxiliary‑powered keelboats in the 25'–35' range.

What skills are taught during the course?

The curriculum covers cruising sailboat terminology, boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, docking procedures, intermediate sail trim, navigation rules, basic coastal navigation, anchoring, weather, safety and seamanship.

What conditions will we practice in?

Training is conducted by day in moderate winds and sea conditions.