The Horizon Group
The Horizon Group
At Horizon Sailing School, we’re proud to be an official American Sailing (AS) training centre in the heart of the Caribbean. Whether you're sailing for the very first time or advancing toward professional instructor credentials, our courses blend world-class education with the perfect Caribbean training environment. With warm trade winds, clear waters, and expertly maintained Horizon yachts, there’s no better place to learn.
Earn your American Sailing certifications while exploring the Caribbean’s most beautiful cruising grounds. Perfect for beginners or those looking to level up and bareboat solo!
Please note ASA 101 must be completed on a monohull, ASA 103+ can be taken on a catamaran.
Become a certified ASA instructor – develop your teaching skills, refine your seamanship, and teach the next generation of sailors.
Our bespoke Short Courses are tailored to your goals—whether you want to improve docking, sail trim, navigation, or confidence on the helm. Personalised, flexible, and fun.
American Sailing’s teaching philosophy is built around safety, confidence, and hands-on learning. Rather than relying solely on classroom instruction, ASA courses place students directly at the helm from day one. Skills are introduced in manageable steps, practiced in real sailing conditions, and reinforced through repetition, coaching, and immediate application. Instructors guide rather than lecture, encouraging questions, building problem-solving skills, and adapting the pace to each student’s comfort level. American Sailing is globally recognized by charter companies and sailing organizations worldwide and is the leading authority for sailing instruction in the United States and beyond, with:
Instead of classroom-style lectures, your learning happens naturally as part of the sailing experience. Theory is introduced in short, practical sessions and immediately reinforced on the water so concepts become real and intuitive. Our instructors tailor their teaching to your pace and learning style, ensuring you feel confident—not rushed—as you build skills throughout the week. This blend of ASA’s structured curriculum with Horizon’s calm, on-the-water style means you don’t just earn certifications—you truly become a capable, self-assured sailor.
During your liveaboard training experience with Horizon Sailing School, you’ll learn directly aboard your private yacht, blending theory with hands-on sailing each day as you explore the beautiful BVI. Your week begins with a safety briefing, introductory theory, and provisioning with your instructor before setting sail between stunning anchorages. Each day balances ASA coursework, practical drills, navigation exercises, and real cruising experience at your own pace, giving you the skills and confidence to charter sailing yachts worldwide. Afternoons offer time to relax, snorkel, swim, or venture ashore—because it’s still your Caribbean vacation. At the end of your course, you’ll leave with practical skills, unforgettable memories, and internationally recognized ASA certification documented in your official logbook.
Becoming an ASA member opens the door to exclusive perks:
Access to ASA course materials and digital resources
Member-only discounts on gear, publications, and partner programs
A lifelong record of your certifications
Access to international sailing opportunities and flotillas
Continued education and skill-building pathways
Membership ensures your learning doesn’t end when you leave the dock—it’s an investment in your long-term sailing journey
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to advance your sailing skills, Horizon Sailing School offers the ultimate Learn to Sail vacation—where education meets adventure.
BVI & The Grenadines
Choose your yacht, dates, and crew, and enjoy your own private sailing vacation with a dedicated ASA instructor.
British Virgin Islands
Fast-track your sailing journey from beginner to confident skipper in just 8 days with our intensive ASA 101–114 program.
British Virgin Islands
Book a private cabin on one of our learn to sail weeks & get ASA certified with new friends – spaces are limited.
Train in world-class sailing destinations like the British Virgin Islands and St. Vincent & the Grenadines, known for steady trade winds and idyllic cruising grounds.
Learn aboard immaculately maintained, fully equipped yachts from Horizon Yacht Charters’ trusted fleet.
Small groups and private options mean focused, flexible learning tailored to your goals and experience level.
As an American Sailing (ASA)-affiliated school, your certifications are internationally recognised and respected worldwide.