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Six Days to Bareboat: Intensive ASA 101+103+104 Sailing Course on Flathead Lake
A six-day, small‑group ASA combo course on Flathead Lake that teaches foundational and advanced seamanship aboard two different sailboats and leads to internationally recognized bareboat certifications.
Six Days to Bareboat: Intensive ASA 101+103+104 Sailing Course on Flathead Lake.
On Flathead Lake at Big Arm, Montana, the ASA Combo 101+103+104 is a concentrated six‑day sailing course run by Go Sail Flathead Lake. Across classroom and on‑water sessions you move from basic handling through advanced cruising skills with hands‑on instruction aboard two different sailboats, finishing with the certifications that enable international bareboat chartering.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Full ASA Progression in One Block
This combo bundles ASA 101, 103 and 104 into a single six‑day progression that takes students from basic sailing fundamentals through intermediate and advanced cruising skills, culminating in certifications for international bareboat chartering.
Hands‑On Time Aboard Two Different Sailboats
Instruction rotates between two different sailboats so students log practical time on more than one type of vessel, accelerating skill acquisition through varied on‑water practice.
Small‑Group, Expert Instruction
The course is delivered in a small‑group format with focused, hands‑on coaching designed to move sailors efficiently from classroom concepts to confident on‑water execution.
What the day feels like
What the Six Days Feel Like
Expect a tightly structured six‑day rhythm: short shore briefings and drills followed by extended on‑water practice. Progress is deliberate — instructors emphasize hands‑on repetition across two boat platforms so students build the muscle memory and decision‑making needed to pass ASA assessments and qualify for international bareboat chartering.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course is designed for — and who it isn't.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Confirm the detailed packing and gear list with the operator, Go Sail Flathead Lake, prior to arrival.
This is a six‑day ASA 101+103+104 combo course.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the ASA Combo 101+103+104 course?
The course runs six days.
What certifications do I earn?
Successful completion leads to ASA certifications that qualify for international bareboat chartering.
Where does the course take place?
The program operates on Flathead Lake in Big Arm, Montana, with instruction by Go Sail Flathead Lake.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 15 years old.
How is instruction delivered?
Instruction combines shore briefings with hands‑on on‑water training aboard two different sailboats in a small‑group format.