Learn To Sail
BVI Sailing School
Do you dream of chartering in the British Virgin Islands but don’t have enough sailing experience? Would you like to brush up on your sailing skills in a laid back, friendly environment? Do you want to combine an incredible vacation with a learning experience that will last you a lifetime?
Our award winning, American Sailing Association-certified Sailing School in the BVI is just the answer. We’re proud to offer this option for the person who would like to sail in the beautiful BVI while learning the ropes at the same time.
Our friendly professional instructors are seasoned sailors with years of experience, who will tailor the courses to suit your party's needs. You'll learn to sail to the acclaimed ASA standards while enjoying a relaxing vacation. Sailing during the day from one anchorage to another you'll learn to practice your skills while still having time to snorkel, enjoy a cool drink on a beach or shop for souvenirs. To learn more about the American Sailing Association go to www.asa.com.
The following packages are available, and courses are sold on a per cabin basis:
ASA 101/103/104: - BEST VALUE - 10 days.
Courses start every Tuesday or Wednesday and include accommodation onboard for 10 nights, and split provisioning for 7 days (6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 2 dinners aboard.)
ASA 103/104: 7 days.
Courses start every Friday or Saturday and include accomodation onboard for 7 nights, and split provisioning (6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 3 dinners aboard).
Private yachts and tailor-made courses are available upon request.
ASA Courses Prices | Peak Season | High Season | Low Season |
ASA 101/103/104 | |||
Double Occupancy | $2,775 | $2,425 | $1,940 |
Single Occupancy | $4,165 | $3,635 | $2,910 |
ASA 103/104 | |||
Double Occupancy | $1,730 | $1,500 | $1,175 |
Single Occupancy | $2,595 | $2,280 | $1,765 |
ASA 101- Basic Keelboat
Pre-Requisites: None
Sailors must sail a boat of about 20 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters without supervision. A preparatory standard with no auxiliary power or navigation skills required. Successful candidates earn a National Safe Boating Certificate approved by NASBLA and the U.S. Coast Guard.
ASA 103 - Basic Coastal Cruising Standard
Pre-Requisites: ASA 101
Sailors must be able to cruise safely in local and regional waters as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary sailboat of about 20-30 feet in length in moderate wind and sea conditions.
ASA 104 - Bareboat Chartering Standard
Pre-Requisites: ASA 101 and 103
An advanced cruising standard for those with cruising experience. An individual can act as skipper or crew of a 30-50 foot boat sailing by day in coastal waters. The Standard includes knowledge of boat systems and maintenance problems.
*Please note, due to the nature of the exams for these courses, there is no guarantee of a pass. The previous experience level of the participants will determine the pace of the courses
For more information or to book your course, please contact us today!
Email: sunsailusa@sunsail.com
Phone: 888 350 3568
The sailing area
Located in the northeast Caribbean, 60 miles east of Puerto Rico, the BVI stretch more than 30 miles around the Sir Francis Drake Channel – one of the finest and most protected sailing areas in the world. Year-round balmy temperatures and line-of-sight sailing make the BVI the perfect choice for cruising and especially suited to learning or improving your skills. Course itinerary stops could include world-famous sites such as the breathtaking Baths at Virgin Gorda, the Caves at Norman Island, and the wonderful white sandy beaches of Jost Van Dyke.
Tortola and the islands
The new sailing school, in the heart of the BVI, joins a well-established base of around 180 Sunsail charter yachts in the protected harbor of Wickham's Cay II. There is a hotel, a fresh water swimming pool, shops, and a restaurant with a bar.
Wherever you go there’s always a safe, secluded anchorage nearby with lots of room to practice maneuvers and stop for a nice lunch on board. The warm, clear waters boast superb snorkeling and home to one of the world’s most famous dive sites at the Wreck of the Rhone.
Jost Van Dyke, named after a Dutch pirate, has some amazing sandy beaches. White Bay is a yachting favorite where the Painkiller cocktail originated at The Soggy Dollar Bar. Take time out in a hammock here to let all your new sailing skills and facts sink in!
Evenings are your own to enjoy food and drink ashore at unforgettable locations such as Foxy’s and the Willy T, a converted sailing ship anchored up at The Bight on Norman Island. Famous for live music, wild nights, and party games these are two of the livelier evenings in store, but you might rather have a quiet BBQ on board with your crewmates – the choice is yours.
Get in Touch
Call us on 888 350 3568
Email us at sunsailusa@sunsail.com
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