There are some great books on knots, such as those by brion toss, so i refer you to them for more info i put a lot of time into these knots, so i do ask that if you use the knots, you put a. With your group, slowly pull apart your piece of manila. Figure eight, cleat hitch, clove hitch, round turn and two half. You should be able to tie these knots with your eyes closed and behind your back. The asa test was a question, multiple choice test and wasnt very difficult. Sailing knots in the world of sailing and knot tying, there is literally a knot for every occasion. Included are expert instructions on how to tie over 60 nautical knots. Our and sailing study guide will help you easily pass your asa the pdf enables you have the study guide on your smart phone, notebook or. Island of the blue dolphins sailors knotsrope observation directions. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm. With the golden gate bridge and alcatraz in the background, asa 101 will give you the experience and skills you need to enjoy sailing in a variety of conditions with confidence. Sailing knots is an invaluable guidebook for all sailors. Now, its been a little while since ive taken a test and even longer since my wife has so we werent quite sure what to expect.
An american sailing association educational series. Knots you need to know page 1 of 4 knots you need to know fishing knots allow you to properly tie your line to your hook, lure and other tackle. It is a valuable component of a wide variety of useful and reliable hitches, bends, and knots. Mouse over a knot name in the list below to see a description of that knot. Figure eight, cleat hitch, clove hitch, round turn and two half hitched, reef knot, bowline the american sailing associations basic keelboat sailing course is. Its especially useful when you need to transfer the load fr. If youre looking to take up sailing, two of the things you will need is some good rope for mooring and rigging, among other things, and the ability to tie a variety of knots for different purposes while sailing. The official manual for the asa basic keelboat sailing course asa 101 ebook written by american sailing association, the american sailing association asa.
Learn to sail basic keelboat asa 101 harbor sailboats. For a detailed explanation of what is included at each course level, click on that course levels name to read that courses outline of student standards for certification asa 101, basic keelboat sailing. Asa 101, sailing made easy sail magazine calls it the most comprehensive learn to sail book on shelves today. The american sailing association asa is a leader in the sailing community with a strong emphasis. A bundle of all 3 asa textbooks a great way to jump start your sailing education. The second category are those used to join two lines together. I put a lot of time into these knots, so i do ask that if you use the knots, you put a link to this page to give me credit.
Basic keelboat sailing asa 101 certification asa103 certification requires demonstration of asa101 knowledge and skills standards. For example, the buntline hitch was used to secure buntline to the foot of the sails on squarerigged ships. Before you learn any new knot, consider the following. The double half hitch is made by tying two simple overhand knots together, where the working end of a line is brought over and under the standing part. Next, draw and label what you observe in the space below. They need ample practice so that you can tie them perfectly and quickly when you need them. In fact most knots trace back to the early days of sail. The course is 15 hours in length, all sessions are three hours each. When you are sailing and you need to tie one of these knots, you will most likely have to do it quickly. On the next few pages we show you how to tie seven different useful knots and explain what you can use. This knot should not be used to tie two pieces of rope together nor be used in critical situations, as it. The american sailing association recently published sailing made easy, perhaps the most comprehensive learntosail guide on bookshelves today.
The basic keelboat certification is a prerequisite for all other sailing certifications. The cost to you will be the same as the asa charges us purchasing the items in bulk. Learn sailing terminology and its applications, essential knots, points of sail, navigation rules, docking basics, and more. The course has two theory session consisting of theory 1 and know your knots, making up six of the fifteen hours. Animated knots click on animated knots to go to animated knots. Learn points of sail, apparent wind, sail trim, tacking and jibing, rules of the road, and docking. The beginners guide to sailing knots if youre looking to take up sailing, two of the things you will need is some good rope for mooring and rigging, among other things, and the ability to tie a variety of knots for different purposes while sailing. Websites books the best sailing in the south sound.
There are lots of different kinds of knots that are useful for different purposes. Boating knots how to tie boating knots knots for boating. Thousands of new, highquality pictures added every day. Bay area sailing school is the number one choice for asa sail training and certification in texas since 1999. Knots are important, but just as important is how we tie them. Editors peter isler and jeremy mcgeary worked with lead writer harry munns to compile a beautifully designed and thoroughly researched manual that covers all of asa s 101 course. Asa 101, basic sailing able to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds up to 15 knots and sea conditions. Jan 14, 2018 in this our second episode in our youtube series, we show six great sailing knots and a few different ways of tying them. Opinions varied but lists of important knots were very similar. Not too long ago, there was a discussion on the open boat yahoo group about what members considered their 10 essential knots when sailing. In preparation for class, students are asked to complete reading and homework assignments from the sailing made easy textbook. Asa 103 test prep guide all questions are based on the text.
The essential guide to maritime knot tying published. Then, put it all together when you sail around a course against the clock in the sailing module. Since we finally decided on a school that is affiliated with the american sailing association for our next course, we just completed the asa 101 basic keelboat and asa 103 basic coastal cruising written exams with our current school. If tied incorrectly, a knot can capsize, slip, or slide. The first are those tied on the end of a line and are commonly called knots, such as the bowline knot and the stopper knot. The annapolis book of seamanship is an excellent book for your sailing library and can help you in your preparation for this course, but is optional. How to tie a knot basic sailor knots guide the moorings. These knots have been developed and tested thoroughly to assure tying ease and strength. Knots are needed to control all of the various lines. Sailing made easy, which sailing magazine called best in classupon its release in 2010, is the most comprehensive education and boating safety learntosail guide to date. Your rope handling skills would come handy whenever you need to tie knots for mooring, anchoring, securing cargo, managing sails, preparing for a storm, towing another vessel, decorative. Boating knots by grog learn how to tie boating knots using. American sailing association, or your local book store.
Asa textbook starter bundle asa sailing gear outlet. Basic sailing curriculum this course will teach you to sail a boat in moderate winds and sea conditions as both skipper and crew. Please study the material outlined below so that you will be prepared. Or that one of the worlds least known, but most secure knots has made a remarkable comeback with cruising and racing sailors. There are as many sailing knots as there are stars in the night sky or so it seems.
They may have bend in their name, as in a sheet bend, because to bend, in sailor talk, means to. The selection of knots is based on many years of sailing combined with feedback and advice from several helpful captains. Sep 11, 2012 the asa 101 test was a 100 question, multiple choice test and wasnt very difficult. Knots for a sailing club i belong to, i created a handful of animated gifs to give some idea on how to tie knots. Your four days of handson training will be under the guidance of a us coast guardlicensed and asa certified sailing instructor. Asa 103, coastal cruising made easythe official manual for asa. Island of the blue dolphins sailors knots grade level middle school. It contained questions on identifying parts of a boat, right of way, knots, basic sail handling and points of sail. These animated knots are primarily for boaters, but many are useful for anyone who uses rope and values safety. See if you can identify the strands, yarns, and fibers, as described by a. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The annapolis book of seamanship is an excellent book for your sailing library and can help you in your preparation for this course. Basic sailing asa 101 certification and the ability to demonstrate competencies in all knowledge and skill elements of that standard.
Our knots made easy video series includes some of the most important sailing knots. The key to learning these basic sailing knots is to practice, practice, practice. A synthetic rope like the ones used on sailboats works best. Be sure to compare prices listed on the asa website before purchasing from another source. Find sailing knots stock images in hd and millions of other royaltyfree stock photos, illustrations and vectors in the shutterstock collection. Please follow this link storesailing instructionbasic keelboat sailing. It has been in use by sailors continuously for at least 500 years. Did you know that most great marine knots start with an overhand loop, a turn, or a round turn. Learn to sail on san francisco baywith a regular 25 knots of wind, strong currents, and heavy shipping traffic, san francisco bay offers one of the most challenging sailing venues in the world.
Boating knots by grog learn how to tie boating knots. Sailing virgins runs island adventure courses in the caribbean. Asa 103 test prep guide all questions are based on the. It is very useful is securing a rope to a pole and is perfect when camping for tents and. Basic keelboat 101 is a 2 day onthewater class from 9am to 5pm each day. Demonstrated ability to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds and sea conditions.
Essential sailing knots for anyone who wants to learn how to sail. But the reality is that most sailors can get along with only knowing a few, as long as theyre the right ones. This is an american sailing association certified course. In this our second episode in our youtube series, we show six great sailing knots and a few different ways of tying them. For a detailed explanation of what is included at each course level, click on that course levels name to read that courses outline of student standards for certification.
Sailing knots since rope is a vital part of a boats equipment, a good sailor should be familiar with how to handle rope and how to tie a few basic knots. Then sign up for an asa sailing course to get handson practice. Asa 101 basic keelboat sailing practice test write the term defined 1. January 15, 2018 the moorings comments whether youre brand new to the yachting scene or a salty windseeker whos been around the dock a time or two, learning how to properly tie knots, and knowing when to use them, is one of the most invaluable skills any sailor can acquire. It helps if you take note of the pros and cons of the popular sailing knots. Jan, 2016 this valuable hitch can be used to tie a line to the standing part of another line or to a spar. Two to four students and one instructor will spend 85% of all class time on a capri 22 22 keelboat onthewater following a comprehensive. Mar 12, 2019 types of knots fall into three general categories.
Asas sailing challenge includes six fun, easytouse modules that unlock the mysteries of sailing. Your rope handling skills would come handy whenever you need to tie knots for mooring, anchoring, securing cargo, managing sails, preparing for a storm, towing another vessel, decorative purposes, etc. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic. Asa 101, sailing made easysail magazine calls it the most comprehensive learn to sail book on shelves today. The following are summaries of the eight levels of the asa sailing program that are taught at blue water sailing school. The alpine butterfly knot forms a secure loop in the. Erie islands sailing school llc basic coastal cruising standard asa 103 prerequisites. This fee also covers a year of membership dues to the asa. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read sailing made easy.
The basic keelboat written exam contains 16 questions, some of which have multiple sections. There are some great books on knots, such as those by brion toss, so i refer you to them for more info. American sailing associations new full color, richly illustrated, 120page textbook for its basic keelboat certification level 101. Rope is used for controlling the sails, docking, mooring, and anchoring.
The square knot has been used for millennia by human kind for various purposes, including artwork, binding wounds, sailing, and textiles. Asa 101, basic keelboat sailing able to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 27 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds up to 15 knots and sea conditions. Asa 103, basic coastal cruising able to skipper a slooprigged auxiliary powered inboard or outboard engine keelboat of approximately 25 to 35 feet length by day in moderate winds up to 20 knots and sea conditions. The square knot is a very ancient knot and is also referred to as the reef knot or hercules knot. So, read about the knots here, and practice with any old piece of rope you have handy. Sixth grade through eighth grade subject literacy and language art, social studies common core standards 6. Sailing made easy is a significant improvement over its predecessor and is best coupled with an asa class, where you can take the lessons from the book and apply them on the water. Know the list of boat parts listed in your asa logbook under the basic keelboat standard complete the basic keelboat study guide practice knots. Asa 103, basic coastal sailing able to skipper a slooprigged keelboat of approximately 25 to 35 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds up to 20 knots and sea conditions. Meredith laitos, sailing magazine, june 2010 about the author. These knots could prove to be some of your best sailing companions. Erie islands sailing school llc basic keelboat sailing standard asa 101 prerequisites. There are as many sailing knots as there are stars in the night sky.