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Diesel, Docking, and Daylight: A 3-Day Coastal Cruising Course in Tavernier
A focused, three-day ASA 103 course teaching the fundamentals of auxiliary diesel-powered cruising—engine basics, seamanship, docking, anchoring, sail trim and basic navigation—for sailors who have completed ASA 101.
Diesel, Docking, and Daylight: A 3-Day Coastal Cruising Course in Tavernier.
Set out from Sunshine Coast Adventures in Tavernier for a compact, hands-on progression in coastal cruising. Over three days the course pairs instruction on auxiliary diesel engines and onboard systems with practical time underway to practice docking, anchoring, sail trim and basic navigation so graduates leave more confident at the helm.
Highlights
Course Highlights
Auxiliary Diesel & Boat Systems
An explicit focus on the basics of an auxiliary diesel-powered cruising sailboat and its systems helps students understand what makes their boat move and how to keep it running reliably.
Docking, Anchoring and Seamanship
Practical drills and real-world practice build confidence in close-quarters boat handling: docking, anchoring and the seamanship fundamentals every coastal cruiser needs.
Sail Trim & Basic Navigation
Hands-on work with sail trim and introductory navigation ties sail-handling to route-making so sailors can plan and execute short coastal passages.
What the day feels like
What the three days feel like
Classroom briefings and on-deck practice alternate through a concentrated three-day schedule so students quickly move from systems familiarization to practical boat handling. Instructors cover engine systems and maintenance basics, then put learners at the helm for docking, anchoring and sail-trim exercises, finishing with the fundamentals of coastal navigation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Three-day course; sessions run 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Meet at Sunshine Coast Adventures in Tavernier for the course start.
Confirm required gear and any personal equipment with the operator prior to arrival.
ASA 101 is required before enrolling in this ASA 103 course.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the ASA 103 course?
The course runs three days, with daily sessions from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where do we meet for the course?
Participants meet at Sunshine Coast Adventures in Tavernier.
Do I need to complete any prerequisites?
Yes — ASA 101 is a prerequisite for enrollment in ASA 103.
What will I learn during the course?
The curriculum covers basics of auxiliary diesel engines and onboard systems, docking and anchoring techniques, sail trim, and basic coastal navigation.
Who is this course intended for?
Students who have completed ASA 101 and sailors seeking to gain confidence in engine systems, boat handling, anchoring and basic navigation.
How do I find out what gear to bring?
Contact the operator, Sunshine Coast Adventures, to confirm the gear checklist and any personal equipment requirements.