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Four Days on Flathead: Mastering ASA 101+103 from Big Arm
A concentrated, four-day ASA combo course that teaches essential and advanced sailing techniques aboard two different boats on Flathead Lake.
Four Days on Flathead: Mastering ASA 101+103 from Big Arm.
Set out from Big Arm for a focused, four-day sailing course that pairs the fundamentals of ASA 101 with the advanced techniques of ASA 103. Under the instruction of Go Sail Flathead Lake’s instructors, participants learn essential skills and step up to higher-level handling aboard two different sailboats while experiencing Flathead Lake’s clear skies and refreshing breezes.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
From Basics to Advanced Seamanship
This combo course is built to take sailors from essential ASA 101 skills into the more advanced techniques of ASA 103 over the span of the program, with structured instruction and on‑water practice.
Training Aboard Two Different Sailboats
Participants train aboard two distinct sailboats during the course, gaining experience in handling different rigs and responding to varied boat behavior as they advance through the curriculum.
Flathead Lake’s Open Water Classroom
The program unfolds on Flathead Lake, where clear skies and refreshing breezes provide the open-water conditions that make practical sailing instruction meaningful and memorable.
What the day feels like
What Four Days on the Water Feels Like
Across four concentrated days, instruction moves from shore briefings to hands‑on time on the water: students practice foundational maneuvers, build confidence under sail, then transition to advanced drills and techniques aboard a second boat—guided throughout by experienced instructors.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ASA combo suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Confirm the recommended gear list with Go Sail Flathead Lake prior to arrival; plan for a four‑day on‑water course.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the ASA Combo 101+103 course?
The course runs four days.
Where does the course meet and operate from?
The program operates from Big Arm on Flathead Lake in Montana.
What will I learn during the course?
Participants learn essential ASA 101 skills and progress to the advanced techniques covered in ASA 103, with instruction aboard two different sailboats.
Who runs the ASA Combo 101+103 course?
The course is offered by Go Sail Flathead Lake.
Is there a minimum age to participate?
Yes — participants must be at least 15 years old.