Certification
ASA 105 Coastal Navigation
Master coastal navigation with the ASA 105 course.
Advanced Course7 Days • From $3,790
ASA 106: Advanced Coastal Cruising
Night sailing. Heavy weather. Offshore passages. This is where sailors become captains. The pinnacle of coastal sailing mastery.
Become the CaptainFrom $3,790 per person
5.0 / 217 Reviews
ASA Certified
4-6 Students Max
5 Destinations
Prerequisites: ASA 103 + 104 (Intermediate Course)
Duration: 7 Days
Available: Year Round
Night sailing experience — sail when others anchorHeavy weather training — confidence in any conditionsMultiple certifications in one week (ASA 105 + 106 + 114)Gateway to professional sailing careers
This is it. The summit of coastal sailing certifications. ASA 106 Advanced Coastal Cruising transforms competent bareboat charterers into captains capable of handling anything the coast throws at them.
You'll sail at night, navigating by stars and lights when the familiar landmarks disappear. You'll experience heavy weather procedures — reefing in rising winds, heaving-to when conditions demand it. You'll plan and execute offshore passages that push your skills and expand your horizons.
At Sailing Virgins, ASA 106 is paired with ASA 105 Coastal Navigation in our Advanced courses. If you're sailing on a catamaran, you'll also complete ASA 114. One intensive week, three certifications, lifetime capabilities.
After ASA 106, you won't just be able to charter a yacht. You'll be able to skipper it in conditions that make lesser sailors stay in port. You'll have the judgment to know when to go and when to wait. You'll be ready for anything.
What You'll Master in ASA 106
Night Sailing Mastery
Navigate in darkness using radar, navigation lights, and sound signals. See what others miss.
Heavy Weather Sailing
Manage strong winds, big waves, and challenging conditions. Reef effectively, heave-to safely, run with confidence.
Offshore Passage Planning
Plot long-distance routes accounting for weather windows, tides, currents, and contingencies.
Advanced Anchoring & Mooring
Handle challenging anchorages, set multiple anchors, and moor in demanding conditions.
Emergency Navigation
Navigate without GPS using traditional methods. Dead reckoning that could save your life.
Crew Leadership Under Pressure
Make tactical decisions when it matters. Lead your crew through challenging situations with calm authority.
Boat Systems Mastery
Troubleshoot engines, electrical systems, and plumbing. Fix problems at sea.
Weather Routing
Interpret professional weather forecasts and route around systems. Sail smart, not just hard.
Ready to Start Your ASA 106 Adventure?
Join thousands of students who have transformed their lives through sailing.
Courses year-round
5 destinations
ASA certified
Starting from $3,790 • Accommodations & meals included
Your ASA 106 Journey
Here's what a week of transformation looks like, day by day. Click to explore each day's adventure.
Morning
Arrival, comprehensive skill assessment, boat familiarization
Afternoon
ASA 105 exam (if not completed), safety systems review
Evening
Navigation planning session, weather briefing for the week
Skills:Skill assessmentNavigation examWeather interpretation
See ASA 106 in Action
After ASA 106, you're ready to start your professional sailing journey. Learn about our Instructor Academy.
How to Become a Sailing Instructor
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What Our Students Say
5.0
(217+ reviews)
Learn to Sail Vacation with Virgin Sails
Outstanding sailing experience in BVI. I got my ASA 103, 104 and 114 under the tutelage of Capt James Finney. He was a great instructor. Patient and thorough.
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Laksh
Dec 2024 • Couples
Came for the Virgins, stayed for the Sailing
Sailing Virgins is a great company that is well organized and has great values that match their clients. They keep a fun and positive attitude at all times and focus on the adventure and experience, not just the learning!
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Eric P
Mar 2025 • Solo
Outstanding Leadership
James is one of the best leaders I have ever met. He is especially good at teaching by letting you learn through doing. I would sail with him again in a heartbeat.
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Nathan S
Feb 2025 • Couples
Meet Your Captains
Our instructors aren't just certified — they're seasoned sailors who have logged thousands of miles and trained hundreds of students.
Offshore passages and professional skipper training
50,000 NM
3 Certifications
ASA Certified InstructorRYA Yachtmaster OceanUS Coast Guard 200-Ton Master
“ASA 106 is where you stop asking "Can I do this?" and start knowing "I can handle anything." That confidence doesn't come from a book — it comes from experience under pressure.”
What's Included in Your Course
Included in Your Fee
- Live-aboard on a modern 45-55ft offshore-capable yacht
- All onboard meals and provisions
- ASA 106 Advanced Coastal Cruising certification
- ASA 105 Coastal Navigation certification
- ASA 114 Catamaran endorsement (catamaran courses)
- Expert instruction from ocean-rated captains
- Night sailing experience
- Fuel, marina fees, and mooring costs
- Sailing Virgins Alumni network access
Plan for Separately
- Flights and transportation to/from the destination
- Dinners eaten onshore at restaurants
- Personal travel insurance (required)
- Alcoholic beverages purchased ashore
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Budget Tip
Most students budget an additional $300-500 for shore meals, drinks, and personal expenses. Flights vary by destination and origin.
The True Value of Your Investment
~$1,500
7 Nights Yacht Accommodation
~$800
ASA Certifications & Exams
~$1,000
Professional Instruction
Priceless
Skills, Friends, Memories
Your Price
From $3,790
per person, all-inclusive
Is ASA 106 Right for You?
We want to make sure this course is a perfect fit. Here's who thrives in our programs — and who might prefer something different.
This Course is Perfect If You...
- ASA 104 graduates ready for the next level
- Sailors pursuing professional careers
- Aspiring sailing instructors
- Those planning offshore or coastal passages
- Skippers who want confidence in all conditions
- Anyone who wants to sail day AND night
This Might Not Be for You If...
- Beginners (ASA 104 required)
- Those uncomfortable with night sailing
- Sailors who prefer calm conditions only
Looking for something different? We offer private charters for groups who want a customized experience, or can recommend other options if our courses aren't the right fit.
Real Talk
We Get It. Booking Can Feel Scary.
Every week, students arrive with the same worries. Here's the honest truth about what to expect.
The Solo Traveler Manifesto
Here's a secret: most people who book with us are solo travelers. They come alone but leave with lifelong friends. Living on a boat for a week creates bonds that typical vacations never could.
By day two, you'll forget you arrived alone. You'll be laughing over breakfast, cheering each other on during sail training, and sharing stories under the stars. Our small crew size (4-6 students) means everyone connects.
Many of our students have traveled the world solo—but they say a Sailing Virgins trip is where they've made their deepest friendships. There's something about the sea that strips away pretense.
82%
arrive solo
94%
stay in touch with crew
67%
have sailed together again
“I was terrified to show up alone. By day three, I was planning our reunion trip.”
— Sarah K., ASA 101 Graduate
Still have questions? We're happy to chat. Email us anytime.
ASA Certified School
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Flexible Booking
Your Sailing Certification Journey
See where Advanced Coastal fits in your path to becoming a confident captain.
You've Reached the Summit!
Congratulations! ASA 106 is the summit of coastal sailing certifications. From here, you can pursue ASA 107 Celestial Navigation for ocean crossings, join our Instructor Academy to teach sailing, or simply enjoy being the captain you've become.
Explore Professional SailingFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ASA 106
ASA 104 certifies you for daytime coastal sailing. ASA 106 adds night sailing, heavy weather procedures, and offshore passage planning. It's the difference between fair-weather chartering and all-weather captaining.
Still have questions? We're here to help!
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Your ASA 106 Journey Awaits
Don't let another year slip by wondering “what if.”
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