Intermediate Sailing Classes

Ready to elevate your sailing abilities? Puget Sound Sailing Institute's intermediate sailing classes provide ASA-certified instruction designed for sailors with some prior experience.

Advance Your Sailing Skills

Refine your boat handling, docking, coastal navigation, and seamanship skills, gaining the confidence to explore Puget Sound and beyond.

ASA 103/104 Intermediate Sailing Class

ASA 103/104 Combo Class

Intermediate Sailing Class

Take your sailing skills to the next level in our comprehensive ASA 103/104 Combo Class. Skipper 25-45' sloops in moderate conditions, perfecting docking, navigation, sail trimming, anchoring, and essential seamanship.

Skills Covered:

  • Advanced boat handling

  • Coastal cruising navigation

  • Docking techniques

  • Crew management and communication

Maintenance Clinic All Levels Sailing Class

ASA 118: Docking Endorsement

Intermediate/Advanced Sailing Class

Enhance your docking proficiency and avoid costly repairs. Learn proven methods for smooth docking operations and build confidence at the helm.

Skills Covered:

  • Safe docking practices

  • Single-engine boat handling

  • Marina and slip entry/exit

Racing Class Intermediate Sailing Class

Racing Class

Intermediate Sailing Class

Sharpen your competitive edge by mastering sailboat racing techniques, team tactics, and strategic decision-making.

Skills Covered:

  • Racecourse strategies and sailing rules

  • Advanced sail trimming for speed

  • Teamwork and race management

  • Tactical mark rounding

ASA 103 Intermediate Sailing Class

ASA 103: Coastal Cruising

Intermediate Sailing Class

Confidently skipper 25-35' sailboats in moderate conditions. Master crucial boat systems, navigation, docking, sail trim, and safety.

Skills Covered:

  • Sail trim and performance

  • Coastal navigation

  • Engine operation

  • Weather and seamanship

ASA 114 Intermediate / Advanced Sailing Class

Maintenance Clinic

All Levels Sailing Class

Our practical clinic covers essential sailboat maintenance techniques for 36'-46' sailboats, keeping you safe and prepared on the water.

Skills Covered:

  • Engine checks and maintenance

  • Rigging inspections

  • Electrical, plumbing, and hull care

ASA 118 All Levels Sailing Class

ASA 111: Basic Keelboat Refresher

All Levels Sailing Class

Focused on sailing a keelboat up to 26 feet in light to moderate winds, it’s perfect for those needing extra practice or returning to sailing.

Skills Covered:

  • Fundamental sailing theory and terminology

  • Docking and departure techniques

  • Sail trim optimization

  • Tacking and jibing maneuvers

  • Crew overboard recovery

ASA 104 Intermediate Sailing Class

ASA 104: Bareboat Cruising

Intermediate Sailing Class

Learn to independently skipper 30-45' sailboats. Gain expertise in provisioning, cruising navigation, offshore handling, and overnight passages.

Skills Covered:

  • Provisioning and overnight preparations

  • Advanced navigation skills

  • Seamanship and safety at sea

  • Heavy weather sailing tactics

ASA 118 Intermediate / Advanced Sailing Class

ASA 114: Catamaran Cruising

Intermediate/Advanced Sailing Class

Take your sailing skills to a new level by learning to confidently skipper cruising catamarans on extended trips.

Skills Covered:

  • Catamaran handling and maneuvering

  • Offshore cruising techniques

  • Catamaran-specific docking methods

  • Emergency procedures

ASA 104/114 Intermediate / Advanced Sailing Class

ASA 104/114: Combo Class

Intermediate/Advanced Class

Learn to skipper a 30'-45' sloop-rigged or cruising catamaran on a multi-day live aboard coastal cruise. Master sail trim, navigation, docking, anchoring, boat systems, emergency ops, and more in moderate to heavy conditions.

Skills Covered:

  • Advanced navigation and seamanship

  • Charter management

  • Catamaran sailing techniques

  • Docking and emergency procedures