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Gain your American Sailing Association qualification whilst visiting the number one sailing ground in the Caribbean - what could be more perfect?
Individuals, couples, friends or families can learn to sail in the BVI at our partner sailing school based in Nanny Cay Marina on Tortola. The ASA courses are available onboard a private charter yacht or on one of the Learn to Sail weeks where you join the tuition yacht alongside other students.
In just a few days you can learn the necessary practical and theoretical skills, as well as gain the necessary confidence, to charter sailboats anywhere in the world. ASA sail training courses in the BVI are practical and you will be learning your skills whilst out on the water, enabling you to experience the incredible beaches, restaurants and beach bars of the British Virgin Islands during your vacation. You will be learning a great deal but there will still be time for swimming, snorkelling and watersports!
By chartering your own yacht, you can add one of the ASA-certified sailing instructors to your vacation to have complete flexibility on your dates and pick the yacht of your choice including monohulls and catamarans (depending on the course being taken). Part of your course will be choosing a suitable itinerary with your instructor and finding the best spots to spend the night. You may bring friends and family on your BVI learn-to-sail sailing course even if they are not taking the courses so you can all enjoy your sailing vacation together. Alternatively, book a cabin on one of the Learn to Sail weeks - spaces are limited so enquire early to secure your spot.
ASA courses are offered through ASA Certified Training centre Horizon Sailing School.
This is the starting point for anyone wishing to become ASA certified. Learn the language of sailing and practice essential skills like hoisting sails, tacking and navigating safely on the water.
Minimum Age: 16Number of Students: Maximum 6
Course Runs:
Nov 8th-15th 2025
£2650 for a single cabin / £4520 for a double cabin
Included:
Not Included:
Any dates Nov-May (Minumum 5 night charter)
Price on request
This course prepares sailors for more advanced and independent cruising aboard larger boats and navigating coastal water.
Any dates Nov-May (Minimum 5 night charter)
Gain the skills and confidence to skipper a mid-sized cruising boat on multi-day trips, managing all aspects of boat and crew responsibilities.
ASA 114 Catamaran Cruising is the key to unlocking the unique pleasures and challenges of multihull sailing.
Nov 15th-22nd 2025
£3040 for a single cabin / £5295 for a double cabin
The ideal choice for those wanting to gain all their certifications for monohull sailing at the same time. This 7 night (8 day) course can be taken on one boat and covers the all the course content from ASA 101, ASA 103 and ASA 104.
Minimum Age: 16
Any dates Nov-May (Minimum 7 night charter)
The ideal choice for those wanting to gain all their certifications for catamaran sailing at the same time. This 9 night (10 day) course is taken on two yachts (5 days on a monohull and 5 days on a catamaran) and covers the all the course content from ASA 101, ASA 103, ASA 104 and ASA 114.
Any dates Nov-May (Minimum 9 night charter)
This unique program combines the comprehensive ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising certification with specialized spinnaker training, providing sailors with the skills and confidence to handle advanced cruising techniques in the Caribbean's ideal sailing conditions.
Dec 6–13 2025
£2885 for a single cabin / £4990 for a double cabin
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