ASA Racing Class
Intermediate Sailing Class
Take Your Sailing to the Racecourse
Ready to turn your sailing skills into race-winning strategies? The ASA Racing Class at Puget Sound Sailing Institute is your gateway to competitive sailing. In this course, you’ll learn essential racing theory, rules of the road, and the technical finesse needed to sail faster and smarter. You'll not only practice sail trim and strategy but also compete in the TTPYC 2025 Spring Series—putting your skills to the test in real race conditions.
$595
PSSI will have two race boats entered in the TTPYC 2025 Spring Series.
Class Schedule
March 28 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Mandatory Classroom Session at Tyee Marina
Tyee Marina: 5632 Marine View Drive, Tacoma, WA
March 31 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Training Day (location TBA)
Race Nights | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
April 3: Race #1
April 10: Race #2
April 17: Race #3
April 24: Race #4
Mark rounding and right-of-way rules
Team communication and coordinated maneuvers
Rules and regulations of sailing competition
Racecourse layout and start-line strategy
Upwind and downwind tactics
Sail shape, trim, and performance tuning
Sailing Skills You’ll Learn
Participation in four races
One evening classroom session
Two evening on-the-water training classes
What’s Included
Race boat usage and coaching
All required race gear and safety equipment
Prerequisites
ASA 101 and ASA 103 certifications
Ability to demonstrate sailing competency
If certified outside PSSI, provide your ASA number to confirm eligibility
Club Members, please contact the office to register for classes to obtain your club level discount.