Wet & Salty Adventure Sailing School in Barbados

22/04/2025

🎉 Huge congratulations to Jake and Elizabeth! 🥳⛵️
This weekend, they learned how to sail a beach catamaran—and absolutely nailed it! From mastering the basics to crushing their practical test, these two did amazing 🌊🔥

We can't wait to see you out there again, flying the hull and chasing the wind! 🐬💨

22/04/2025

🎉 Big congrats to Paul for earning his ASA 101 certification! 🚤⛵️
He always dreamed of what it would feel like to sail a yacht—and this long weekend, he made it happen! Paul signed up for our ASA 101 Basic Keelboat course, studied hard, and got hands-on with the wind and waves here in Barbados. 🌊💨

First step taken, many more sailing adventures ahead—well done, Paul! 👨‍✈️✨

05/04/2025

🚨9 Days. 2 Legends. 1 Salty Adventure.
Another epic liveaboard in the books! 🌊🏴‍☠️

🎉 Big congrats to Dave — who didn’t just come to chill, he came to conquer! He knocked out ASA 101, 103 and 104 like a true salty sailor. That’s what we call going from "What’s a winch?" to "Permission to come aboard, Captain!" 💪🧭

⚓ And shoutout to Francisco, who came for a little refresher… and sailed off as a seaworthy badass, ready to command the seven seas (or at least the Caribbean 🏝️)!

🙌 And of course — a huge THANK YOU to Wipers for all your hard work, patience, salty wisdom, practical man over boad drills and endless good vibes. You’ve turned another crew into confident, capable captains (and probably created a few rum punch monsters in the process). We appreciate you, Captain! 🧡

⛵ Wanna live the dream? Sleep under the stars, sail with the sunrise, and earn your stripes?
You bring the sunscreen. We’ll bring the wind.

02/04/2025

Escape the cold and sail into sunshine!
Just one cabin left for our 6-day sailing adventure starting April 8, 2025!

✅ Add 100+ nautical miles to your sailing log
🐢 Snorkel with turtles and exotic fish
🌊 Make unforgettable memories in the warm Caribbean sea

Book now before it's gone!

Gain confidence while enjoying Caribbean Sailing Vacation & Milebuilding Experience. Dreaming of skippering your own charter or need more hands-on experience? Join our 6-day, 5-night Sailing Confidence and Miles Builder in Barbados! This immersive sailing vacation blends skill-building with relaxati...

28/03/2025

And just like that, the sea welcomes 3 new ASA 101 certified sailors—cheers to Ryan, Martin, and Dave! Fair winds and endless safe miles ahead. What's next? Dave continues his 9-day liveaboard adventure while Francesco jumps aboard for ASA 103 on Sunday. Get ready for more salty, epic moments!

28/03/2025

Fadeaway is getting ready for her trip to Barbados. Who is ready to do some j24 sailing?

28/03/2025

Cast off! We're leaving the marina and setting sail on a 9-day liveaboard adventure. 9 days of wet and salty, epic ocean vibes, and unforgettable memories!

20/03/2025

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⛵ J/24 Sailing in Stunning Barbados – Lucky Horseshoe Offshore Race (March 16, 2025) 🌊🏝️Experience the ultimate Caribbean sailing escape! The Lucky Horsesh...

17/03/2025

🚨 CAPTAINS IN TRAINING ALERT! 🚨

Huge CONGRATS to Danny, Katrina, Lindsey, and Natasha for crushing ASA 101! 🎉 You’ve mastered tacking, gybing, and looking cool while pretending to know which way the wind is blowing. 😎⛵

Now, it’s time to build some miles! 🌊⚓ Let’s hoist those sails, stretch those sea legs, and get some serious ocean time in. Because real sailors know... the best way to learn is more time on the water and less time on land!

Who's ready for sunday J/24 cruising practice?

13/03/2025

🌊 First Day of ASA 101: The Calm Before the Squall! ⛵

Meet our newest crew in the Wet & Salty Sailing School ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course! They came for the sunshine, stayed for sailing, and are about to discover that "tacking" isn’t a dance move and "boom" is more than just a fun sound effect.

😎 Current Status:
✔️ Hydrated
✔️ Confident
✔️ Blissfully unaware of how wet and salty they’re about to get!

By the end of the week, they'll be hoisting sails, mastering knots, and maybe even dreaming of running away to a deserted island. But for now, it’s all smiles, sunscreen, and smooth seas—at least for today! 🌞⛵

Wish them luck! Drop an “AHOY!” in the comments. ⚓👇

🚤 Want to join the next ASA 101 course in Barbados? (Liveaboard or Day Sailing)
📅 Upcoming dates:
👉 March 27 - March 29, 2025 (2 spots left) – Captain Peter Hoad (Wipers)
👉 April 5 - April 7, 2025 (3 spots left, also available as a 9-day Beginner-to-Skipper course) – Captain David Metzler
👉 April 19 - April 21, 2025 (4 spots left) – Captain David Metzler

📍 Book your spot now! 🔗 wetandsaltysailing.com/asa-101-basic-keelboat-schedule

Wet & Salty Sailing School is your warm weather destination ASA sailing school based in Barbados

12/03/2025

📸⛵ Wet & Salty Photoshoot Update – Jeanneau 32 "Less Stress" in the Bluest Waters! 🌊✨

We’re back on set (aka, the most stunning waters you’ve ever seen 🌴) for the ASA textbook photoshoot, and this time, it’s all about our Jeanneau 32 "Less Stress"—the perfect boat for our liveaboard and advanced ASA courses! 🎬📖

🎥 Behind the Scenes:
✔ Looking effortlessly cool at the helm (while secretly whispering, please let this tack be smooth 😆).
✔ The liveaboard dream—turquoise water, steady trade winds, and the smell of fresh sea air (and maybe a little sunscreen). 🌞🌬️
✔ The most amazing blue water shots—because no filter is needed when you’re sailing in Barbados’ crystal-clear paradise! 🌊💙
✔ Sail trim perfection—or at least that’s what we told the camera. 😉

💙 Why "Less Stress" is the Best for ASA Training:
🌊 Comfortable & spacious—great for liveaboard adventures 🏡⛵
🌬️ Handles like a dream—ideal for ASA 103, 104 & milebuilding sailing holiday 👨‍✈️👩‍✈️
🌴 The perfect floating classroom—with views that beat any school you’ve been to! 😉

Thank you Patrick Reynolds and ASA for wonderful pictures!

📖 Final shots coming soon—expect serious sailing inspo with a side of salty fun. Until then, we’ll be out here perfecting the art of stress-free sailing on Less Stress! 😎⚓

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11/03/2025

🔍 Spotted… Less Stress at Port St. Charles! ⛵✨

While our guests enjoy a delicious lunch at Pier One, their adventure is just getting started. What’s ahead? A day of interactive sailing along Barbados' breathtaking coastline! 🌊🏝️

🌞 Sail. Explore. Relax. Join us for an unforgettable day on the water!

📅 Book your spot now! https://www.wetandsaltysailing.com/boatrentalsandkipperedcharters

07/03/2025

Dreaming of skippering your own charter but need more hands-on experience? Finished your ASA 101 and looking to build your miles before you continue to next ASA course?

Join our 6-day, 5-night Sailing Confidence Builder in Barbados! This immersive sailing vacation blends skill-building with relaxation, allowing you to explore stunning Caribbean waters while developing the confidence to take the helm. Perfect for ASA 101, ASA 103 or ASA 104 graduates or anyone preparing for their first bareboat charter.

Gain confidence while enjoying Caribbean Sailing Vacation & Milebuilding Experience. Dreaming of skippering your own charter or need more hands-on experience? Join our 6-day, 5-night Sailing Confidence and Miles Builder in Barbados! This immersive sailing vacation blends skill-building with relaxati...

05/03/2025

📸🚤 BREAKING NEWS: Wet & Salty Sailing School Goes Hollywood! 🎬🌊

Lights, camera… TACK! 🤣🎥

We’re out here in beautiful Barbados, not just teaching ASA 101 but making learning to sail look GOOD for the next ASA book! 💃🕺

🌴 Behind the scenes highlights:
📖 "Hold that tiller like you mean it!" – Our students mastering the art of looking salty & serious. 😎
🌊 "Smile like you’re not slightly terrified!" – The classic “first time at the helm” expression. 😂
⛵ "No, really, it’s just like driving a car…" – Except the road moves, there are no brakes, and the wind is your boss. 🤷‍♀️

With turquoise waters, warm Caribbean breezes, and just a few bloopers, we’re proving that ASA 101 is not just about learning—it’s an adventure! 🌊☀️

Stay tuned for more shots!

Thank you American Sailing and Patrick Reynolds for beautiful pictures!

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27/02/2025

one more spot left on our ASA 101 starting March 13, 2025

Checkout out our 2025 schedule and book your next ASA adventure to fit your schedule!

Embark on the ultimate sailing adventure with our comprehensive 9-day ASA Liveaboard Monohull Class. This immersive course is designed for aspiring sailors seeking to master the essentials of sailing, with hands-on training and real-world experience. Over the span of a week, you will cover ASA 101,....

23/02/2025

🚤 Big shoutout to Raf & Charla! 🎉

Raf and Charla just wrapped up their ASA 101 and ASA 103 certifications with us, and we couldn't be prouder! These two showed up ready to learn, laughed through the salty splashes, and absolutely crushed it out on the water. 🌊⛵️

From tacking and jibing under the warm Caribbean sun to mastering coastal navigation, they took on every challenge we threw their way. The best part? Watching their confidence grow with each sail — and those smiles when they nailed their first perfect docking! 😎🙌

We’re excited to see where their sailing journey takes them next. Something tells us this is just the beginning!

Thinking about starting your own adventure? Let’s get you Wet & Salty in the beautiful waters of Barbados. 🌴✨