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Learn to sail in one of the most beautiful sailing grounds in the world,
while enjoying a fun-filled sailing vacation in the US Virgin Islands
Combination Course 1
7 Day
$3,295
Prerequisite: Basic Sailing (ASA 101) or equivalent experience
Not required, but highly recommended
This class is fast paced. The more boating experience you have prior to the class, the more you will get out of the training. The class will be very challenging for the student without any prior boating experience. The student will learn to cruise safely in local and regional waters—as both skipper and crew—on an auxiliary sailboat of about 20 to 30 feet in length, in moderate winds and sea conditions. This course includes knowledge about gear and equipment, safety, weather, duties of skipper and crew, and seamanship. You will learn skills in boat handling under power and sail, crew overboard recovery, docking, anchoring, reefing, and heaving to. Upon completion you will be certified to bareboat charter in hundreds of locations worldwide.
We limit the class size to four students, unless special arrangements have been made. This allows everyone sufficient hands-on time to become confident and competent in each skill.
Combination Course 2
5 Day
$2,795
ASA 101 required
This is the intermediate cruising standard for individuals with basic cruising experience. The student will act as skipper or crew of a 30 to 50 foot boat sailing by day in coastal waters. This course includes knowledge about gear and equipment, safety, weather, and seamanship. You will learn skills in boat handling under power and sail, crew overboard recovery, docking, anchoring, reefing, and heaving to. You will gain knowledge of boat systems (engine cooling, fuel, electrical, marine head), maintenance procedures, and emergency situations. You will plan and provision for your cruise, learn more about weather and radio communications, plot and sail a course to a destination, anchor overnight, and dock in a transient slip or pick up a mooring. You will also learn more about sail trim. During the class you will be expected to cook underway and at anchor as well as doing clean-up chores.
Combination Course 3
6 Day
$3,195
ASA 101 required
The student will act as skipper on an auxiliary-powered sailing cruising catamaran of approximately 30 to 45 feet in length during a multi-day live-aboard cruise on inland or coastal waters in moderate to heavy winds (up to 30 knots) and sea conditions. You will gain knowledge of catamaran structure, components and features, performance under sail and power, boat systems, seamanship and safety, heavy weather operation, and emergency response. This course includes learning boat systems (engine cooling, fuel, electrical, marine head), maintenance procedures, and emergency situations. You will plan and provision for your cruise, learn more about the weather and radio communications, plot and sail a course to a destination, anchor overnight, and dock in a transient slip or pick up a mooring. You will also learn more about sail trim. During the class you will be expected to cook underway and at anchor, as well as do clean-up chores.
Coastal Navigation
$275
Online Study
The student will demonstrate the navigational theory required to safely navigate a sailing vessel in coastal or inland waters. No sailing skills are included in this standard. The practical application of this sailing knowledge is found in the advanced coastal cruising standard. This course includes topics on compass corrections, chart reading, course plots, fixes and bearings, current and tide calculations, and navigation corrections for leeway and current.
Cruising Catamaran
2 Day
$1,495
ASA 101, 103, 104 required
The student will learn to skipper an auxiliary-powered sailing cruising catamaran of approximately 30 to 45 feet in length during a multi-day live-aboard cruise on inland or coastal waters in moderate to heavy winds (up to 30 knots) and sea conditions. You will gain knowledge of catamaran structure, components and features, performance under sail and power, boat systems, seamanship and safety, heavy weather operation, and emergency response.
Basic Celestial Navigation
$195
Online Study
The student will learn basic celestial navigational theory and will study the parts of the sextant. Much of the course is devoted to reducing a noon sun sight to establish a fix and a Polaris sight to obtain a latitude. The student will use this information to set up a Universal Plotting Sheet and plot the sights. The student will write the written exam for ASA certification. You will have one year from the date of registration to complete the classwork.
ASA Challenges
The American Sailing Association (ASA) allows experienced students to challenge the ASA 101, 103, and 104 level courses. To challenge a particular level, the student must register for the challenge course, pay the fee, and then will be scheduled to take the ASA written exam for that level. Once the exam is passed, the student will then take the water skills examination and demonstration. The 101 and 103 level challenges are one day in length, the 104 requires two days.
For more information, please contact the school.
101 Challenge – 1 day $470
103 Challenge – 1 day $400
104 Challenge – 2 days $750
ASA Veterans
At ASA we recognize the sacrifices made by the men and women who have served or are serving in our country’s armed forces. As a token of our appreciation for your service, we are inviting veterans, active military personnel, and reservists to share our passion for sailing by offering a 10% discount on our ASA 101-104 ASA Courses. Join us on the water with the wind in your sails! ASA and STX Sailing say thank you for your service and want to show our appreciation to veterans, active military personnel and reservists.
The Learning Experience
Sailing Education
Learn to Sail in Paradise
STX Sailing is proud to partner with Bluewater Sailing School to offer American Sailing (ASA) certification courses in the beautiful waters of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.
Whether you're stepping aboard a sailboat for the first time or looking to expand your cruising knowledge, our hands-on training programs are designed to help you become a confident, capable sailor. With warm Caribbean waters, steady trade winds, and year-round sailing conditions, St. Croix provides one of the best learning environments in the world.
Our courses emphasize practical, real-world sailing skills taught aboard modern cruising sailboats and catamarans. Small class sizes ensure every student receives personalized instruction and plenty of time at the helm.
ASA Certification Courses
We currently offer:
⛵ ASA 101 – Basic Keelboat Sailing
⛵ ASA 103 – Basic Coastal Cruising
⛵ ASA 104 – Bareboat Cruising
⛵ ASA 105 – Coastal Navigation
⛵ ASA 114 – Cruising Catamaran
Additional advanced courses may be available through our partnership with Bluewater Sailing School.
Why Learn with STX Sailing?
✔ Learn in warm Caribbean waters year-round
✔ Small class sizes and personalized instruction
✔ Hands-on sailing experience
✔ Modern cruising sailboats and catamarans
✔ Scenic destinations and real-world cruising conditions
✔ ASA certifications recognized worldwide
Meet Your Instructor
Captain Mike Leo is an experienced sailor, ASA Instructor, and USCG 100-Ton Master Captain with decades of sailing experience throughout the Caribbean, Chesapeake Bay, and beyond.
Certifications include:
• ASA 101, 103, 104, 105, and 114 Instructor
• USCG 100-Ton Master Captain
• STCW Certified
• CPR & First Aid Certified
Whether your goal is to charter a yacht, cruise the Caribbean, purchase your own boat, or simply gain confidence on the water, STX Sailing provides the training and experience to help you achieve your sailing goals.
Beyond the Classroom
The best way to become a great sailor is to keep sailing. After completing your coursework, continue building experience through private instruction, sailing charters, and real-world cruising opportunities aboard Great Adventure.
Set Sail for Paradise and begin your sailing journey today.
