ASA Course Weeks
Learn to Sail in Paradise
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Attractions and Itineraries
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The goal for our courses is not only to offer top-tier sailing instruction but to introduce students to the "cruising lifestyle". We typically only ever spend one or two nights in the same anchorage and like to experience all of the amazing locations the Virgin Islands have to offer.
US Virgin Islands
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Enjoy slices of pizza at Pizza Pi , the Virgin Islands only floating pizza boat!
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Savor the tacos at Lime Out , a floating taco shack in Coral Bay, St. John
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Swim and relax on the beach at Magens Bay, which is consistently rated one of the world’s most beautiful beaches
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Snorkel with the sea turtles at Buck Island, only accessible by boat
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Explore the WWII Fort Segarra on Water Island, then eat fish tacos at Dinghy’s Beach Bar
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Spend an evening exploring the beautiful town of Cruz Bay
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Relax and shop at Maho Crossroads at Maho Bay
British Virgin Islands
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Snorkel "the Caves" and "the Indians"
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Explore the legendary Baths on Virgin Gorda
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Taste rare and incredible rums at The Rum Bar at the Cooper Island Beach Club
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Take a moped tour around the island of Anegada
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Eat delicious BBQ and enjoy the gorgeous view from Gorda Peak at Hog Heaven
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Get in touch with your inner pirate at the infamous Willy T
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Sip on an authentic Painkiller at the Soggy Dollar Bar
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Visit the iconic Bitter End Yacht Club
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Soak in the secluded Bubbly Pool on Jost Van Dyke
What to Expect
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Typical Day
Each day can take any format you desire! We try to maximize each charter by only spending one or two nights in each location. Most groups choose to do an activity in the morning and sail in the afternoons! Activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking, fishing, walking around town, visiting local attractions and more.
Equipment Onboard
Our boat comes equipped with a 10’ highfield dinghy with a 20 horsepower outboard making zipping from boat to shore a breeze! We also have fins, snorkels and masks for up to 6 people plus assorted water toys.
Provisions
All on board provisions other than alcohol are covered by First Reef Sailing. We will visit the grocery store on the first day and stock the boat for the rest of the course/charter. Guests are only responsible for alcohol purchases and meals onshore.
British Virgin Islands Requirements
If you choose to spend your charter in the British Virgin Islands make sure to bring your Passport! There are no visa requirements for US Passport holders. We will be departing the USVI on the first day and checking into the BVI's. Your captain will take care of the check in process, all you have to do is fill out a short form and pull out your passport! All BVI private charter weeks will include a $500 dollar surcharge, (ASA courses will have a $150 per person surcharge) to cover the customs, immigration and cruising permit fees.
Our Marina
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The trip will begin and end at our dock at American Yacht Harbor, in Red Hook on St. Thomas.
American Yacht Harbor is a full service marina with on-shore showers and bathrooms, Wi-Fi, and 24/7 Security staff. It is located in the center of Red Hook, the easternmost town on St. Thomas, making it the logical departure point for charters in the USVI and the British Virgin Islands.
Red Hook itself boasts plenty of dining and shopping opportunities within a 5 minute walk of the marina. There is a gourmet supermarket across the street from the marina as well as a full service laundromat.
Address
American Yacht Harbor