ASA 120: Radar Endorsement
Advanced Sailing Class
Advanced Sailing Lessons
In ASA 120: Radar Endorsement, you’ll learn to confidently operate small-craft radar systems for real-world navigation, piloting, and collision avoidance. This advanced sailing course equips you with the essential radar skills to safely maneuver in low visibility, heavy traffic, or unfamiliar waters.
Using Radar for Mariners by David Burch and the Radar Trainer PC simulator, you'll gain hands-on knowledge to interpret radar images, assess collision risks, and apply effective maneuvering strategies.
$419
Class is 20-40 hours of online study presented by STARPATH.
Fundamentals of radar theory and how radar works
Reading and interpreting radar displays
Risk assessment and collision avoidance strategies
Sailing Skills You’ll Learn
Detecting and tracking nearby vessels and hazards
Techniques for safe piloting and position fixing
Navigating at night, in fog, or in crowded waterways
20–40 hours of online training presented by STARPATH
Radar For Mariners textbook by David Burch
Radar Trainer PC Simulator Program
ASA 120 registration and certification fees
ASA Certification Seal for your official ASA logbook
Access to expert instructors and discussion forums
One year to complete the course with optional extension
What’s Included
Prerequisites
Completion of ASA 105: Coastal Navigation is required before enrolling in ASA 120.
Club Members, please contact the office to register for classes to obtain your club level discount.