News Articles About Our Program

A few media outlets in the region have published articles about our program. This is a great way to have some of your questions answered about what we do.

From the Star Ledger - April 2009 -http://blog.nj.com/boating/2009/04/want_to_save_join_the_clubs.html

From "Jersey Shore Style" - October 2009 - http://jerseyshorestyle.com/2009/10/start-sailing-with-sailtime/

From Boat U.S. Magazine January/February 2010- http://www.boatusmagazine.com/boatus/20100102#pg22

From Sail Magazine February 2011 : No Upkeep Required ; the Joys & Benefits of Fractional Sailing

SailTime Jersey Shore 

1. ASA 105: Coastal Navigation (No Prerequisite) 
- $ 350.00 per person *
Register here - http://conta.cc/dMfSHQ

This challenging course will be held on March 11 & 12 plus March 18 & 19 and will cover a comprehensive curriculum which includes the navigational theory required to safely navigate a vessel in coastal or inland waters. It is held in a classroom setting and there will be no time on board a vessel. Held for 4 days over two weeks with time in between to study and work on homework.

The course includes:
Reading chart symbols, chart navigation, dead reckoning, plotting techniques, tides and currents, determining set and drift calculations, compass steering, navigation rules and aides, navigating in the fog, taking bearings, 3 bearing fixes, learning to use the USCG navigation publication tables, the light list, how to obtain and follow the notice to mariners, electronic fixes, compass to true and compass deviation plus an introduction to electronic navigational equipment.

The textbook and a book with practice problems, a supportive instructional DVD, a practice chart and ASA certification are included in the fee.

Students should bring a parallel ruler, dividers, a calculator and a pencil sharpener to class. (*Please note: Parallel ruler and dividers are NOT included. Please call 866-SAIL101 if you need help ordering these items.)

2. ASA 104: Bareboat Charter Class - (Prerequisites ASA 101 & 103)

Learn Sailing and Boating Skills 

• Text book, log book and certification are all included in the fee (A one year of ASA membership is included for basic sailing students.)

• Classes are taught by USCG Licensed Captains who are certified ASA instructors

• Our basic class is held over three days (allowing for time to review & better retention)

• We teach on newer model, fully equipped boats to maximize safety

• Discounts apply to multiple students in a group - 2 take $25 off ea. or 3 take $35 off ea.

• Schedule a basic course for your group when you want- Rate is $1600 for up to 4

• "Women's Only" classes and private instruction are also available 

• ASA classes may be challenged

• Gift Certificate are available

• SailTime members and returning students receive a 10% discount

Boating is fun! We offer instruction through our SailTime Philadelphia's affiliated "Independence Boating Center". We motivate students to enjoy their experience in a safe, productive and comfortable environment. The beginning course prepares the student for day sailing on a boat powered only by the wind. Each subsequent class progresses to bigger vessels that are powered by inboard or outboard engines. This graduated learning process allows students to develop and reinforce practical "on-the-water" skills while also gaining additional boating knowledge, serving to gradually round out the sailor's education.

Where: Ocean Gate Yacht Basin     Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

ASA 101:Basic Keelboat Sailing * May: 6 - 8 (Fri- Sun), 13 - 15 (Fri - Sun), 23 - 25 (Mon - Wed), 28  -30 (Sat - Mon)June: 4 - 6 (Sat - Mon), 17 - 19 (Fri - Sun), 24 - 26 (Fri - Sun)July: 2 - 4 (Sat - Mon), 13 - 15 (Wed - Fri), 16- 18 (Sat - Mon) 25 - 27 (Mon - Wed) August: 8 - 10 (Mon - Wed), 12 - 14 (Fri - Sun), 20 - 22 (Sat - Mon), 26 - 28 (Fri - Sun)September: 2 - 4 (Fri - Sun), 10 - 12 (Sat - Mon), 23 - 25 (Fri - Sun) October: 30 - 2 (Fri - Sun), 3 - 5 (Mon - Wed)    * CrewTime sail to followASA 103: Basic Coastal Cruising  May:  16 - 18 (Mon - Wed), 27 - 29 (Fri - Sun)

June:  10 - 12 (Fri - Sun), 27 - 29 (Mon - Wed)

July:  5-7 (Tues - Th), 16 - 18 (Sat - Mon)

August:  15 - 17 (Mon - Wed), 29 - 31 (Mon - Wed)

September: 14 - 16 (Wed - Fri)

October: 17 - 19 (Mon - Wed)

ASA 104: Bareboat Charter

April:  15 - 17 (Fri-Sun), 20 - 22 ( Wed - Fri)

May:  18 - 20 (Wed - Fri), 30 - 1 (Mon - Wed)

June: 13 - 15 (Mon - Wed)

July:  7 - 9 (Th - Sat), 18 - 20 (Mon - Wed)

August: 17 - 19 (Wed - Fri)

September:  3-5 (Sat - Mon), 19 - 21 (Mon - Wed) 

ASA 105: Coastal Navigation *

March: March 11 & 12 plus March 18 & 19. Class will be held in a classroom at Hendrickson's Sail Loft in Riverside, NJ over 2 weekends from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Please note: The schedule is subject to updates. All courses require a minimum of 2 students. If the minimum is not met then we will reschedule a class for another date.

COURSES Descriptions:ASA 101:Basic Keelboat Sailing (No Prerequisite) - $ 450.00 per personSailors learn to sail a boat in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters without supervision. This basic class emphasizes operating the boat under sail with a minimum of engine use. No previous sailing, auxiliary power or navigation skills are required. 

This is a 3 day class begins dockside learning the physics of sailing, the parts of the boat plus safety and federal requirements. This on-shore discussion takes place for about 20% of the class while the remaining 80% is spent on the water learning sailing skills through practical hands-on application. Having two nights to review the material, following the frist two days of class, allows for better retention of the material. 

Additional items covered are a crew overboard recovery, the points of sail, knot tying, tacking and jibing, plus proper VHF radio procedures and more. Our small class size ensures that each student has ample time to learn at each station. 

In addition to performing the "on the water skills" students take a written test to achieve the ASA certification. The fee includes the log book, text book, ASA certification materials and your first year's ASA membership. Successful candidates earn a National Safe Boating Certificate (NASBLA). The certificate satisfies the boating licensing requirement for the states of Delaware and Pennsylvania. New Jersey requires a separate Safe Boating license.

ASA 103: Basic Coastal Cruising (Prerequisite: ASA 101) - $ 475.00 per person 

Sailors will be able to cruise safely in local waters in moderate winds and sea conditions as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary (powered) sailboat of about 30 feet in length. 

Additional items include maneuvering the boat in forward and reverse in and out of boat slips, as well as along docks. Practice anchoring, a familiarization of charts, along with basic navigation and rules of the road, trimming the sails for greater efficiency, an introduction to a mid-size cruising sailboat's boat systems and basic engine maintenance are also covered. 

This is a three day class with most of the time spent on the water. It includes a written test to achieve certification. 

(A limited number of spaces are available for students to stay onboard during their class. There is an additional fee of $ 50.00 pp/per night for this service.)

ASA 104: Bareboat Chartering (Prerequisite ASA 101 & 103) - $ 750.00 per person

An advanced cruising course designed for individuals with cruising experience. The student will act as both skipper and crew on a mid-30 foot auxiliary (powered) boat sailing by day in coastal waters. 

This three day course is a first hand live aboard experience and teaches good trip planning by covering navigating underway, preparing for your destination, proper food provisioning and evaluating the weather to safely prepare for changes. A more thorough overview of boat systems and maintenance, as well as advanced docking and anchoring procedures is provided. It includes a written test for certification.

There will be two nights either at anchor or in a marina. All meals are included (with the exception of one dinner on shore). 

ASA 105: Coastal Navigation (No Prerequisite) - $ 350.00 per person

This challenging course covers a comprehensive curriculum which includes the navigational theory required to safely navigate a vessel in coastal or inland waters. It is held in a classroom setting and there will be no time on board a vessel. (We recommend this course for ALL boaters.

The course includes: Reading chart symbols, chart navigation, dead reckoning, plotting techniques, tides and currents, determining set and drift calculations, compass steering, navigation rules and aides, navigating in the fog, taking bearings, 3 bearing fixes, learning to use the USCG navigation publication tables, the light list, how to obtain and follow the notice to mariners, electronic fixes, compass to true and compass deviation plus an introduction to electronic navigation equipment.

The textbook and a book with practice problems, a supportive instructional DVD, a practice chart and ASA certification are included in the fee. 

Students should bring a parallel ruler, dividers, a calculator and a pencil sharpener to class.(* Please note: Parallel ruler and dividers are NOT included. We can provide help if you need to order these items.) 

Why SailTime?

This year we celebrate our 10 year anniversary! We’ve been around for some time, listening to what customers say so that we could find out what they want from a membership boating company. We’ve grown up along the way, so that is why we’re now able to offer the following:

• Guaranteed regular access that is affordable, hassle-free and easy to schedule - 24/7
• Top quality boats, always prepped and ready for you
• Several flexible short-term membership options
• An intelligent and generous ownership program option
• Personal on-the-water training on your membership boat
• Unique world-wide access through the SailTime Plus program

And if that’s not enough, we look after the boats so you don’t have to! We also cover the cost of insurance, annual maintenance and slip fees.

Plus, new for 2011, we’re launching Crew Connection, where members can sail together for even more fun on the water! We have a long list of events planned with everything from dock parties to “skill building” programs to flotillas in beautiful locations around the world! Like Tahiti, Australia, Greece and of course the British Virgin Islands!

So we know what we’ll be doing next season. Want to join us?

We invite you to find out more about how you can get on board this year. We look forward to seeing you soon!

The SailTime Team of the Greater Philadelphia and Jersey Shore region

The Boating Experience At the Jersey Shore

Want to go sailing in one of the best spots along the shore in New Jersey? Starting from the Ocean Gate Yacht Basin in Bayville, NJ you can get on board one of our boats to sail the Barnegat Bay.

Making their home at this marina are two Hunter 33s and a Hunter 216. The marina is located where the Tom's River travels to meet the bay, providing a natural safe haven for sailing. You'll be able to sail in a seashore atmosphere, anchor in a quiet harbor or even do a bit of crabbing to take a chance at catching your dinner for the evening. There are great “gunkholing” areas throughout the bay and rivers which are just perfect for an afternoon stop or great for overnight anchoring. When you're done sailing, you can fish or even take a swim off the back of the boat. Going ashore for family fun on the boardwalk is even available in Seaside Heights. What a great way to create lifelong memories, have fun and get some relaxation!

If you're looking for a dock and dine opportunity, you can head south to find a couple of options on the Forked River at the Captain's Inn tiki bar or the poolside restaurant at the Southwinds Marina. Just around the corner from the marina you can grab a mooring ball and catch the water taxi for a stop at Martell's Water's Edge. Or head all the way to the beginning of the Tom's River to grab a transient slip for a walk into town.

With steady wind all season long, this area is great for a sail at anytime. Anchor at Tice’s Shoal and walk across the beach to spend a day on the ocean. From the marina there's a sailing area of about 17 nautical miles north to Bay Head, NJ with sailable water stretching 12 nautical miles south to the entrance of the Inter-coastal waterway channel that connects Barnegat Bay and Little Egg Harbor. Access to the Atlantic Ocean is about 9 nautical miles south by boat when making your way through the Oyster Creek Channel through the Barnegat Inlet, from there a sail to Atlantic City or even Cape May is possible. Making your way through the Manasquan Inlet gets you closer to the ocean if you want to go north and head towards New York Harbor.

Our goal is to expand in other locations along the coast. We are targeting Atlantic City and also have had inquiries about sailing from the inlet near Cape May. We are actively looking for Owner Members so that we can place boats, both sail and  power, in these areas. Contact us at jerseyshore@sailtime.com or 866-SAIL101 (866-724-5101) for more information

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