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Learn it on the page. Live it on the water.
Prepare for ASA 101, ASA 103 and ASA 104 with the official books trusted by sailing students. Build your knowledge before class—and keep a dependable reference close at hand after certification.
Three books. One clear path forward.
Order the title that matches your next certification—or select all three to build a complete core sailing library.
Beginner keelboat sailing
Sailing Made Easy
A comprehensive boating-safety and learn-to-sail guide, with clear illustrations and exceptional photography that make complex sailing concepts easier to understand.
- Quizzes at the end of each chapter
- Glossary for essential nautical terminology
- Ideal preparation for new sailors
Basic coastal cruising
Coastal Cruising Made Easy
The official textbook for the ASA Basic Coastal Cruising Standard and a go-to resource for sailors who enjoy cruising and destination-oriented sailing.
- Full-color sailing photography
- World-class instructional illustrations
- User-friendly, self-contained topic spreads
Bareboat cruising
Bareboat Cruising Made Easy
The official textbook for the ASA Bareboat Cruising Standard and an all-in-one reference covering planning, technical guidance and practical sailing advice.
- 212 pages created by sailing experts
- High-end full-color illustrations and photos
- Complete chartering and cruising reference
Buy for your next class—or build the full set.
Each book supports a distinct step in the American Sailing certification path. Start where you are now and add the next book as your skills grow.
Go to the order formBe ready before your first dockside lesson.
Fill out the form and Lake St. Clair Sailing School will contact you for payment before sending the books.
Ordering Books
Choose one book or more, then submit your contact, shipping and payment information.
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ASA sailing book FAQs
Everything you need to choose the right textbook and place your order.
Choose the book that matches your next course: Sailing Made Easy for ASA 101, Coastal Cruising Made Easy for ASA 103, or Bareboat Cruising Made Easy for ASA 104. You may also order all three as a core sailing reference set.
Yes. These titles are the course-aligned books for the ASA 101, ASA 103 and ASA 104 standards and are designed to support your learning before, during and after class.
Complete the order form with your contact and shipping information and select one or more books. Lake St. Clair Sailing School will contact you for payment before sending the books.
Yes. Reading ahead is a helpful way to become familiar with sailing terminology, safety concepts and maneuvers before your practical lessons begin.
Turn dock talk into second nature.
Start reading now, then bring that knowledge aboard your next sailing class.
