American Sailing Association is the leading authority on sailing instruction & sailing schools in the United States.

Learn to sail through our network of certified sailing schools with certified sailing instructors.

Through our sailing classes, ASA will help you learn sailing, safely & with confidence.

ASA Certified Students can go from basic sailing lessons to advanced sailing courses, enjoying sailing experiences around the world.

Turn your passion into a lifestyle

Earn Sailing Certification With ASA

The American Sailing Association is committed to helping you understand, appreciate and fully enjoy the incredible world of sailing.

If you thought you could never learn to sail because you don't own a boat, think again. Through the combination of non profit organizations that have expanded affordable access to sailing resources and ASA's varied catalog of sailing classes, sailing is accessible to virtually everyone.

ASA will do much more than simply show you the basics; our affiliated schools can teach you everything you need to be a skilled and experienced sailor, including helping you earn your sailing certification.