Newport Beach, CA- Newport Harbor Yacht Club is seeking an energetic and experienced Head Coach to lead their Junior Sailing Non-Calm program. NHYC is located on the picturesque peninsula of Balboa Island and has fostered excellence in competitive sailing for over 100 years. They offer year-round junior sailing programs for sailors aged 8 to 18 in … Read More
Newport Beach, CA- Newport Harbor Yacht Club is seeking an energetic and experienced Head Coach to lead their Junior Sailing Non-Calm program. NHYC is located on the picturesque peninsula of Balboa Island and has fostered excellence in competitive sailing for over 100 years. They offer year-round junior sailing programs for sailors aged 8 to 18 in … Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE North Kingstown, RI — February 11, 2025 — The Club 420 Association is proud to announce that Alana Marks has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the class, following her impressive tenure as Interim Executive Director over the past seven months. Alana Marks has brought a wealth of leadership experience … Read More
Osterville, MA- This posting is for the Wianno Senior Instructor position that will contribute to the backbone of their learn to sail program! Senior instructors, in teams, are responsible for leading and managing the Junior Program sailing classes. They will also teach novices the building blocks of sailing in a fun, engaging, dynamic environment. Additionally, … Read More
ILCA is pleased to announce the approval of Zim Sailing as builder of class-legal boats in the United States. Zim has successfully completed a detailed and thorough certification process, receiving approval from both ILCA and World Sailing technical departments. This process comes in accordance with World Sailing’s Olympic Equipment Policy; ILCAs manufactured by Zim are … Read More
Rocking the Boat: Empowering Youth Through Sailing, Boat Building, and Environmental Stewardship Nestled in the heart of Hunts Point in the South Bronx, Rocking the Boat is more than a program—it’s a movement aimed at empowering local youth. This program combines three innovative tracks: sailing, boat building, and environmental science, all while fostering personal and … Read More
By S1D Writer Tate Theodorsen Youth sailing has long been a vibrant and evolving aspect of the sport, but it now faces new challenges and opportunities as the landscape shifts. To explore these dynamics, we spoke with John Pearce, Youth Racing Director at US Sailing. With decades of experience as a sailor, coach, and leader, … Read More
S1D is pleased to have Zig Sailing Insider join our team!! Welcome!!! Zig Sailing Insider is a membership-based platform founded by veteran sailor Elizabeth Kratzig in 2024. With over a decade of experience running a luxury travel agency, Elizabeth recognized the growing need for specialized regatta logistics support for sailors. Zig Sailing Insider offers curated insights … Read More
November 12, 2024 ISCA® Has Approved a New Builder! The International Sunfish Class Association™, (ISCA®) is proud to announce the selection of Zim Sailing as the new builder and supplier of class approved boats and parts. The beloved boat, sailed by thousands around the world since its introduction in 1952, will soon be built in … Read More
Buenos Aires, Argentina- After eight races over five days, Julio Alsogaray and Malena Sciarra (ARG) sailed a conservative but tactical regatta to win the 2024 Snipe World Championship in their own waters. It had been 29 years since a team accomplished that feat, with Santiago Lange and Mariano Parada in 1995. As they crossed the … Read More
Pensacola, Florida will hold the inaugural Foiling Week from February 24th to March 2nd, a seven-day international event dedicated to foiling. We Are Foiling in partnership with Sail Pensacola aims to celebrate a new era of sailing that represents a groundbreaking advancement in marine technology. This new global approach to navigation not only enhances speed … Read More
Supporting the Next Generation of Sailors – 15% OFF Gear for Scholastic Sailors !! Shop at West Coast Sailing and Zim Sailing for 15% OFF apparel and accessories for all scholastic sailors. Both companies are the proud official sponsors of college and high school sailing, and have a passion for providing for youth sailors. The … Read More
The 60th Shields National Regatta concluded on September 21st, hosting 22 boats from across the country. Teams traveled to Larchmont Yacht Club to race and were met with a range of conditions on The Long Island Sound. During the three days, eight races were sailed in everything from light and shifty breeze to easterlies reaching … Read More