If you’ve been looking into sailing schools, you might have noticed that Cruisers Academy isn’t ASA certified. That often raises a question: does it matter? The short answer is no. In fact, not being an ASA school can be better for your sailing education and your confidence on the water. Let’s explore why. This blog will share the following info... Debunks ASA myths  - ASA isn't government-approved, not required for most charters, doesn't lower insurance Why we built our own curriculum  -...

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Sailing has a reputation: it is expensive, intimidating, and difficult to gain experience without owning a boat. So, how do you do it? Take a Sailing Course The first thing we recommend you do is take a sailing course. Courses will teach you not only how  to become a valuable crew member, but also when and  where  it's most safe and fun to sail. For those of you just getting started or getting back into sailing—consider Cruiser’s Academy's summer sailing lessons in Lake Tahoe . Sailors with...