Can I learn to sail on a catamaran?
You will spend the week learning over 100 different skills and learn to comfortably sail and operate the vessel. Upon successful completion of the course you will earn ASA certification 101, 103, 104 and 114 (up to Cruising Catamaran certification) which allows you to charter catamarans internationally.
Why are catamarans so popular in the Caribbean?
A catamaran’s design can make access to the ocean typically easier with port and starboard transom steps. “This yacht style provides superb stability while at anchor as well as under sail, making a catamaran an ideal choice for first time charterers or families with kids,” says Carefree Yacht Charters’ Campbell. .
What is ASA certification?
The American Sailing Association (ASA) is an association of sailing academies, sailing clubs, charter companies and professional instructors. With over half a million people sailors certified, the ASA is the most widely accepted keelboat sailing certifier in the US.
What is a catamaran cruise?
Crewed catamaran charter: The most luxurious (and expensive) option for a catamaran cruise is a fully crewed charter. This means you rent your own private yacht along with a captain and crew to handle navigation, cooking, cleaning and other shipboard duties. All you have to do is enjoy yourself.
Are catamarans more stable?
Catamarans tend to be much more stable in most conditions, but should they capsize, they quickly become stable, albeit upside down. Nevertheless capsizing is such a rare occurrence that “stability” here really means comfort when sailing.
What can you do with ASA certification?
ASA Certification gives you the knowledge and experience to sail with confidence and be safe on all your sailing adventures – whether you charter a boat from a local harbor, go on an exotic sailing vacation, or even buy your own boat.
