ASA 104 and 114
adventure sailing charter classes
booking exclusively with sunsail / moorings to provide you with the best catamarans and certificaitons available worldwide
Booking now!
CARIBBEAN: BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS
November 10th to November 25th, 2025
1 0 4 B A R E B O A T C H A R T E R I N G
Able to skipper a sloop-rigged, auxiliary powered keelboat of approximately 30 to 45 feet in length during a multi-day cruise upon inland or coastal waters in moderate to heavy winds (up to 30 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of provisioning, galley operations, boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, routine maintenance procedures, advanced sail trim, coastal navigation including basic chart plotting and GPS operation, multiple-anchor mooring, docking, health & safety, emergency operations, weather interpretation, and dinghy/tender operation.
1 1 4 C A T A M A R A N C R U I S I N G
Able to skipper an auxiliary-powered sailing cruising catamaran of approximately 30 to 45 feet in length during a multi-day liveaboard cruise upon inland or coastal waters in moderate to heavy winds (up to 30 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of catamaran structure, components and features, performance under sail and power, boat systems, seamanship and safety, heavy weather operation, and emergency response
Prerequisites: ASA 101 and ASA 103 and the ability to demonstrate competencies in all knowledge and skills elements of those standards. (If you do not have 103 at this time please contact us to work with you on possibilities for your participation.)
Upon Completion: You will receive the official ASA 104 & 114 Certifications opening up the world of catamaran chartering for you.
FAQs
will i be certified to skipper my own catamaran charters after this trip?
YES! Not only will you be learning all of the aspects of preparing for, planning for, and running a trip like this - you will actually be doing exactly that! This is a fully hands on participation based trip and class.
You will also be developing your “resume” (sailing log) which the charter companies look at together with your certifications. Furthermore, you will be able to reference this trip directly with SunSail for your next charter as they will recognize you’re having not only achieved your ASA Certifications but also have done so on one of their boats!
Does everyone who’s coming have to certify?
Not at all. If coming aboard as a couple and one of you is seeking certification and the other is simply looking forward to a wonderful personalized adventure sailing vacation, both of you will have a great experience. While the “students” aboard will be focused on their learning goals and the Instructor / Captain will be working with them throughout the trip, those coming along for the vacation experience will also have every opportunity to participate relative to their level of desire and to relax and enjoy the trip to every extent they wish.
IS THE CERTIFICATION INCLUDED IN THE COST?
Yes. This is a fully certified ASA course and upon completion you will be given formal certification from the American Sailing Association. This and all curriculum materials are included in the cost of the class.
WHAT IS THE COST OF THEse adventure class trips?
Each charter class is very unique and pricing is based on several factors including the boat being chartered; the location and area being sailed; the season the charter is being booked; and the duration of the charter.
Therefore pricing will be reflected in the specific charter listing. At times we may be listing charters and pricing will still be to be determined. Of course you can contact our school at anytime to discuss the possibilities and ask any questions you may have.
WHAT is included in the cost?
The catamaran; fuel; boat associated costs (moorings, etc) are included as well as all of your certifications and curriculum for your American Sailing Classes. Provisioning for breakfasts and lunches and three dinners aboard (as well as non-alcoholic beverages) is also included.
What’s not included are your travel costs; any ashore activities you should choose to partake in; and any specialized personally desired provisioning such as special snacks and or adult beverages of your choosing you would like to have aboard (for the evenings when safely on a mooring of course!). Provisioning will also be extra and will vary based on location and duration of the charter.
WHEN CAN WE GO?!!!
These limited exclusive classes will be listed below as we continue to create the opportunities - so scroll down for the currently offered trips and stay tuned to this space for more to come!
HOW DO I BOOK A CLASS?
Give us a call at Island Sailing Club at (503) 285-7765 Since these are highly specialized and carefully developed adventure learning opportunities we prefer to discuss your goals and desires directly with you!
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS -
NOVEMBER 10th through NOVEMBER17th, 2025
your boat: sunsail leopard 454L
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Built by Robertson & Caine and designed by naval architects Simonis Voogd, the Leopard 45 fully expresses the Leopard range, leaving no detail to chance. Combining an enhanced interior and a sleek exterior for which the brand is known, the Leopard 45 is the result of informed feedback from cruising clients and masterful production expertise spanning 25 years.
Shortly after its debut in 2017, the Leopard 45 was awarded Boat of the Year honors, solidifying the company’s continuous innovation and commitment to the finest materials and building techniques. The exterior styling has evolved to include a hardtop lounge, first seen in the line’s award-winning Leopard 50. The lounge includes a seating area, a sunbed and a table. Here, the helm station remains protected and integrated into the cockpit of the boat.
The Leopard 45 is available in a three or four-cabin layout all with private ensuite heads with their own designated shower area, providing the ultimate livability, comfort and movement for all onboard. The open-plan saloon and galley bring an openness with natural light that is conducive for gathering, preparing meals and charting tomorrow’s destination.
Smart, ergonomic design and the latest technology come together in a larger forward cockpit, increased aft area, and entertainment package that delivers an uncompromised onboard experience.
The Leopard 45 has won cruisers over for its exceptional build, sailing comfort and ease of handling. Discover new horizons and the freedom Leopard brings to everyone on board.
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The flagship sailing catamaran from designers Robertson and Caine, the Sunsail 454L combines all the effortless fun of multihull sailing with unmatched speed, stability, space, and comfort. These new additions to our dynamic fleet boast popular features including ambient underwater blue lights, a leading-edge water maker and an open-air upper-deck lounge for ample seating, dining and taking in incredible views.
the waters: BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS - THE CARIBBEAN
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The Caribbean's yacht charter capital
Sailing in The British Virgin Islands (BVI) means warm weather, steady trade winds and cobalt blue waters. Whether your BVI yacht charter is bareboat or skippered, you’re sure to agree it is truly a sailor’s paradise.
Tortola is known as the charter yacht capital of the Caribbean, and arguably the most famous sailing destination in the world. Throughout the many islands of BVI, you’ll discover sheltered harbors, sun-soaked beaches, pirate bars and jaw-dropping shipwrecks. Relax and bask in the spectacular scenery; taste the French-Caribbean fusion cuisine; and explore the tiny villages scattered along the shores of the Sir Francis Drake Channel.
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You’ll start your sailing vacation in Tortola and head for the azure waters of the Caribbean. From here you have complete freedom to stop at any of the thousands of white sand beaches, laid-back bars or island restaurants, swim with hawksbill turtles or explore shipwrecks.
With easy island hops, line-of-sight navigation and sheltered anchorages, bareboat charter vacations in the BVI are perfect whether you’re a new sailor or a skilled skipper. There’s no better way to explore the delights of the BVI than from the deck of your own catamaran.
Some of the possibilities:
Lobster dinner on Anegada
Rum punch in the sun
The Baths National Park
Explore the beach bars on Jost Van Dyke
Adventure and watersports in Virgin Gorda
Treasure hunting on Norman Island
Your instructor: Captain sloan kimball
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Helo everyone!
I am Sloan Kimball, a USCG licensed Captain and ASA instructor with Island Sailing. I have been a sailor most of my life. I truly love being on the water, sailing and the opportunity this brings to share this joy with others.
I learned to sail on a Hobie 16, racing all over the PNW. I never got very good, but had a great time. I have owned plenty of boats in my life, but have found that Island Sailing and “other peoples boat” programs fit my passion best.
I am an active sailboat racer, serving as crew for several local skippers and in Island Sailing’s Performance Program. I actively seek out opportunities to do sail charters in tropical environments. This translates into multiple trips a year.
Being a sailing instructor is my passion, my hobby, not my “job”. In my ‘real life’, I am a business executive/consultant.
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Licensed USCG Captain and certified American Sailing Instructor for 101; 103; 104; 105; and 114
VISUALIZE, PLAN, AND GO.
MAKE THIS “TRIP OF A LIFETIME” ONLY THE FIRST OF MANY FOR YOURSELF, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOUR FRIENDS AND CONTACT US TODAY TO SIGN UP WHILE THERE’S STILL CABINS AVAILABLE.
