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St. Michael's Daily Charters operates a catamaran sailing school based in St. Michael's, Maryland, offering American Sailing Association (ASA) certification courses.0:18 The curriculum includes ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising, and ASA 114, Cruising Catamaran.0:33 Students must complete ASA 101 and ASA 103 prerequisites before enrolling in these two-day, overnight programs.0:39 The course structure begins Monday at 10 a.m. with an instructor introduction and boat orientation, followed by hands-on training in docking and anchoring.0:47 Students spend the night aboard the vessel to learn boat systems and functions.1:07 The second day focuses on curriculum completion and exam preparation, with the final certification exam occurring Tuesday evening.1:11 Upon successful completion, the school processes the necessary paperwork for ASA certification.1:20 The school also promotes merchandise, including custom chocolates from a local St. Michael's chocolatier, and hosts a giveaway for a free sail for two people at the Annapolis Boat Show.1:29

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