Course Description
The goal of this course is to prepare the student to Bareboat Charter a 40' to 50' yacht with inboard auxiliary power in moderate to strong wind conditions. This course opens the door to the world of tropical destinations by providing the skills needed to sail larger vessels on extended passages. Bareboat Charter Prep is taught aboard a beautiful 44 foot C & C Yacht with a maximum of 6 students per class. A.S.A. Bareboat Charter Certification is awarded upon successful completion of the written and practical exams which are included.
Course Format
Bareboat Charter Prep consists of one three hour classroom session from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on a Tuesday evening covering navigation and course plotting plus two full days of sailing (Saturday and Sunday) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Course Includes
- Bareboat Cruising Textbook
- All Course Materials
- Parallel Rules, Dividers, Chart
- A.S.A. Bareboat Charter Certification Exam
Topics Include
- Advanced Sail Trim
- Diesel Engine Operation
- Motoring
- Docking
- Anchoring
- Fueling
- Cruise Planning
- Provisioning
- Galley Procedures
- Advanced Coastal Navigation
- Onboard Electrical System
- Onboard Water System
Course Dates
SECTION A JUNE 4, 8 & 9 SECTION B JUNE 4, 22 & 23 SECTION C JUNE 25, JULY 6 & 7 SECTION D JUNE 25, JULY 20 & 21 SECTION E JULY 23, AUG. 3 & 4 SECTION F JULY 23, AUG. 17 & 18 SECTION G AUG. 20, 24 & 25 SECTION H AUG. 20, SEPT. 7 & 8 SECTION I SEPT. 24, OCT. 5 & 6 SECTION J SEPT. 24, OCT. 19 & 20Price: $595 or $795 with Coastal Cruising Combo (Two Certifications)
$100 For Basic Keelboat Certification if needed
Prerequisite: A.S.A. Coastal Cruising certification or equivalent experience