We offer sailing classes and lessons for every level of sailor, from beginner to advanced. If you are just starting out, we offer the American Sailing Association’s Basic Keel boat Sailing course designed to teach the beginner the fundamentals of sailing.
If you have been sailing for a while on Michigan Lakes and are interested in getting more out of your sailing, take a look at our ASA 104 Class where you can learn more advanced coastal sailing techniques. All of our classes are designed to allow you to get the most out of your sailing. See our classes listed below.
For additional or private sailing classes Schedule, Email lscsailingschool@gmail.com
ASA 101
Basic Keelboat Sailing Class
$545.00
A Two-day Class from 10am – 4pm
Ages 13+
Learn the fundamentals of sailing keel boats of 30 ft. including sail theory, terminology, safety, basic cart work, rules of the road, man overboard drills, and much more. All instruction is aboard the boat. Students successfully completing this course will receive ASA certification. No previous experience is required.
A written exam is required.
Price include ASA New Student Registration fee and Testing Fees.
Price includes Log book Fee.
Price Does not include Fee Of $35 For “Sailing Made Easy”
ASA 103
Coastal Cruising
$595
A Two-day Class from 9am – 5pm
Ages 13+
Learn the fundamentals of coastal cruising and auxiliary sailing yacht during daylight hours. Subjects include rules of the road, required equipment, engines and troubleshooting, weather observations, heavy weather, basic navigation, and much more.
Prerequisite: ASA 101
A written exam is required
Price includes ASA Testing Fee
Price does Not include Extra fee of $35 for course “Coastal Cruising Made Easy” book
ASA 101 and ASA 103
Combination Class
$1100
ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing Class & ASA 103 Coastal Cruising Class
A Two-Day Class From 9am – 5pm
This is an accelerated class. Additional time may be needed!
Learn the fundamentals of sailing keel boats of 30 ft. in this two day course. Instruction includes sail theory, terminology, safety, basic cart work, rules of the road, man overboard drills, and much more. All instruction is aboard the boat. A written exam is required. Students successfully completing this course will receive ASA certification.
Learn the fundamentals of coastal cruising and auxiliary sailing yacht during daylight hours. Subjects include rules of the road, required equipment, engines and troubleshooting, weather observations, heavy weather, basic navigation, and much more.
Some sailing knowledge skills is required.
A written exam is required
Price Includes Log book fee
Price Does Not Include Extra Fee of $70 for “Sailing Made Easy book ” & “Coastal Cruising Made Easy books”
ASA 104
Bareboat Chartering
$1200
3 Day Course – 2 nights | Ages 13+ | Bareboat Chartering Certification
3 Day Course – and 2 nights on sailboat
Pre-requisites: ASA 101 Basic Keelboat & ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising.
ASA 104 is required for many bareboat charters in the Caribbean and the Bahamas.
An advanced cruising Standard for individuals with cruising experience. Sailors must act as Skipper or Crew of a 30-50 foot boat, sailing by day in coastal waters. The standard includes knowledge of all boat systems and maintenance procedures while demonstrating the navigational theory required to safely navigate a sailing vessel.
A written exam is required
Students will plan and purchase food and beverages as part of curriculum
Students will split the cost of provisions
Price Includes Course Materials and testing fees.
Price Does not include “Bareboat Cruising Made Easy” Book.
ASA 105
Coastal Navigation
ONLINE COURSE
$419.00
Lectures and practical experiences are conducted during approximately ten hours of class time. Subjects include chart readings and interpretations, government publications, navigational instruments, use of tide and current tables, plotting of bearings, fixes, running fixes, dead reckoning, drift, set, etc. Students who successfully complete this course will receive ASA certifications. Written exam required.
- Our training classes are scheduled between May 1st and October 31th.
- Minimum to run a lesson: 3 students/lesson
- Maximum in each lesson: 5 students/lesson
- Additional Scheduling Options (weekdays) Please contact Rene (586) 770-2518
If you are coming from out of town, we can help you with overnight accommodations. If you stay on a boat, you can walk to restaurants from our docks.
- Our training classes are scheduled between May 1st and October 31st.
- Minimum to run a lesson: 3 students/lesson
- Maximum in each lesson: 5 students/lesson
- Additional Scheduling Options (weekdays)
If you are coming from out of town, we can help you with overnight accommodations, either by land or water. If you stay on a boat, you can walk to restaurants from our docks.
