Do you think sailing is a sport? Of course, it is! So just like any other sport, we need to make sure we are stretching and recovering for success out on the water! Without proper stretching and recovery prior to and after sailing, we can end of hurting ourselves and decreasing our performance. Stretching before … Read More
Traveling to a regatta? Need a quick workout with no equipment? Today I have an arm workout that requires no equipment at all. That’s right no equipment which means you can do it anywhere anytime! Not having to use equipment is perfect for us sailors that are on the go and want to get that … Read More
Since its inception in 1987, Courageous Sailing has been dedicated to its mission of transforming lives through sailing programs that inspire learning, personal growth, and leadership. Courageous was established by Boston sailing enthusiast Harry McDonough, who envisioned the sport of sailing as a way of fostering unity and life skills in children of all economic … Read More
I’ve been coaching for ten years in the United States and internationally. Two months ago I moved to New Zealand to run a sailing program at the Queen Charlotte Yacht Club in Picton, located on the top of the South Island in the Marlborough Sounds. An interesting fact for me was that this small club … Read More
Reminder….. S1D will air a webcast of our popular “College Sailing 101” meeting, at 5pm ET Saturday, 03 November. FREE to all who SIGN UP. Learn all about college sailing and recruiting from the comfort of your own home. By signing up, you’ll get a link to our webcast on 03 November, and you’ll be … Read More
Looking for a way to up your sailing performance? Looking for a way to change up your fitness routine? Changing your routine and upping your performance is easier than you think. With a couple of easy tips, you can change up your fitness routine! Changing up your fitness routine will not only be fun, but … Read More
By Airwaves high school reporter/writer Abby Tindall Working together with another person in high-stress situations is not easy, and when it comes to sailing, many skippers take the brunt of the pressure. A good crew can be a great foil, and needs to know how to handle the different reactions and attitudes their skippers display. … Read More
Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club hosted the 2018 Comet International Championship on September 7-9th. The regatta was well attended with 23 Comets competing. The teams came from six different states along with four teams from Bermuda. Seven races were run in a variety of overcasting conditions ranging from light air and flat water on the first … Read More
A team supported by the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Boat Foundation recently competed in the M32 World Championship held in Chicago from September 20th to the 23rd. The program was organized by St. Mary’s College alumn Markus Edegran and his team of top notch younger sailors. The M32 is a high performance foiling catamaran … Read More
From our friends at USSailing: 2018 U.S. Team Racing Championship – Final Report CLEVELAND, Ohio (September 30, 2018) – Cleveland’s revamped and re-energized waterfront was fully realized this weekend, and the sport of sailing, team racing to be specific, was the featured attraction. The 2018 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the historic George R. Hinman … Read More
The Devon Yacht Club is located on Gardiner’s Bay in Amagansett, NY and is currently seeking a Sailing Director. For more specific information this opportunity, and to apply, click HERE. he Sailing Director will oversee all Adult and Junior sailing activities and report directly to the Club’s General Manager; he or she will also manage … Read More
Who is ready for another challenge? Hopefully, you have all completed our past 30 day challenges if not you can check them out here: Building the Core: 30 Day Plank Challenge, Leg Strength: 30 Day Squat Challenge, and Mastering The Push Up: 30 Day Challenge. A strong core is essential to you being able to … Read More
Watch the 2018 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the Hinman Trophy on Facebook Live! ATTENTION ALL CURRENT AND ALUMNI COLLEGE SAILORS – The 2018 U.S. Team Racing Championship will be broadcast on Facebook Live, Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30 from The Foundry in Cleveland, Ohio! Follow US Sailing on Facebook to watch the … Read More