The American Sailing Institute (ASI) offers expert sailing instruction at a low cost, in a program that has been in existence for more than 30 years. You’ll learn the basics of sailing in 18' Interlakes at either Kent Lake or Stony Creek Lake.
Instruction includes:
• An introduction class, where you will have a chance to see the boats, help do the rigging, and get the “feel” of a sailboat.
• Two shore school sessions in a classroom, where you will learn the basics of water safety, sailing terms, boat terminology, wind and weather.
• Two all-day on-water sailing classes, with lots of “hands-on” practice.
Keywords: sailing, instruction
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
ASI started in the 1960's as part of American Youth Hostels, ASI became a separate organization in 1992.
Check our website, www.sailasi.org, for detailed information.
What is your primary product or service?
ASI is a non-profit 501(C)(3) educational organization that offers inexpensive access to sailing through organizational dues, volunteer work hours, and boat donations. Several hundred members participate in teaching, learning, sailing, and maintaining our fleet.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
ASI has no "typical" member. Membership is split by gender, and age ranges from 18 to over 75. These men and women of diverse backgrounds and nationalities share a zest for life - and for sailing!
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
ASI exists to teach seamanship and boating safety to our membership and the community at large. Our programs are dedicated to helping students develop nautical skills and self confidence on the water with the use of our many sailboats.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
There are 3 main locations for our sailboats.
New ASI members learn to sail 18' Interlake sailboats at either Kensington or Stony Creek Metroparks.
Experienced sailors who have passed higher level courses may sail our ASI keel boats on Lake St. Clair, Lake Huron, the North Channel, Georgian Bay, Lake Erie, Lake Ontario.
We are always interested in ideas for expansion of our fleet.
Provide detailed directions to your location
ASI can be contacted at the following address and phone numbers or email for information and signing up for our sailing programs. Our Sail Secretary is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 10:00 am.. You can always leave a voice message - anytime.
ASI Sail Secretary
Voice: 248-393-4280 (leave a message anytime)
Fax: 248-393-4284
Email: secretary@sailasi.org
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, Master Card, Check.
Which areas do you service?
South Eastern Michigan
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
ASI is a non-profit 501(C)(3). The members run the organization. No one is an owner.
What are your hours of operation?
For contact information:
ASI Sail Secretary
Voice: 248-393-4280 (leave a message anytime)
Fax: 248-393-4284
Email: secretary@sailasi.org
You can sail anytime during the season.