ASA 102 ESSENTIALS
An online class series to help sailors prepare for the ASA 102 certification.
The ASA 102: Keelboat 2 Certification addresses a longstanding gap in the ASA curriculum, offering comprehensive training in core keelboat sailing skills. Covering everything from sail trim to close-quarter maneuvering, this two-part online class series will ensure sailors are thoroughly prepared to excel in their on-the-water training to successfully obtain their ASA 102 Certification.
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WHO IS THIS CLASS FOR?
This two-part online class series will cater to a diverse range of sailors eager to enhance their sailing fundamentals. Whether you're a novice looking to build core skills or a seasoned ASA graduate eager to bridge the ASA 101/ASA 103 'gap' and expand your knowledge of keelboat sailing to the next level.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
In this class, you will acquire essential knowledge aligned with the ASA 102 Curriculum, covering a spectrum of skills crucial for sailing safely. We will cover specific roles onboard, including those of the skipper and crew, and delve into the intricacies of skipper responsibilities, onboard communication, and the requisites for seamless sailing days. Additionally, this online class will offer detailed instruction on communication and coordination during critical maneuvers, alongside an extensive examination of boat handling techniques. Learn the precise steps for maneuvering while understanding the implications of weather helm, and master the nuances of steering with a tiller extension. Explore sail trim concepts and the management of sail shape and power through adjustments in angle of attack, depth, and twist. By the conclusion of this online class, you will possess the requisite knowledge and understanding to confidently undertake the ASA 102: Keelboat 2 course at a school near you.
TOPICS COVERED
SESSION 1
- ASA 101 Review
- Safety, Planning, Preparation
- Boat Handling
- Tacking
- Jibing
- Ducking
- Slow & Go
- Mooring
- Heaving-To
- Crew Overboard
- Sailing Rudderless
- Sailing Backwards
- Sails & Sail Trim
- Trim Concepts
SESSION 2
- Sail Shape & Sail Power
- Balance & Control
- Sail Controls
- Upwind Trim
- Moderate Air Trim
- Light Air Trim
- Heavy Air Trim
- Reefing
- Reaching Trim
- Reaching Trim vs Close-Hauled Trim
- Reaching Trim, Course, and Power
- Running Trim
- Deep Broad Reach Trim
- Wing & Wing Trim
YOUR HOST
BILL GLADSTONE
Director of Education, North U
Bill Gladstone is the Director of the North U Performance Division of American Sailing. He is the author and creator of books, seminars, online classes, and clinics. Bill’s racing experience covers the spectrum, including everything from dinghies to maxis, ponds to oceans, and foredeck to helm. Bill has been teaching sailing and racing for over forty years throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Graduates of his seminars and clinics number in the tens of thousands. They are winning races and cruising with confidence the world over.
