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
Sail1Design has been lucky to be part of some great moments over the years, mostly when we do our job, and take part in recognizing the very foundation of our sport: youth, high school, college, and one-design sailors. Reading nomination letters, hearing from our community about unsung heroes, sharing in the joy of the winners…… … Read More
By Airwaves writer Aidan Morgan We are more than two weeks past the day Intercollegiate Sailing Association (ICSA) cancelled the Spring 2020 season, and college sailors are missing the competition now more than ever. With physical graduations being cancelled, or in some cases postponed until a more convenient date, everything has been going wrong for … Read More
By NEW Airwaves writer Aidan Morgan In a surprise to many, Interscholastic Sailing Association (ISSA) has yet to cancel the entirety of their Spring sailing season. The ISSA announced during the second week of March that the season was suspended until the first weekend of April, similar to what Intercollegiate Sailing Association (ICSA) initially did. … Read More
Corona Virus Halts College Sailing Season By Aidan Morgan This COVID-19 situation is one of a kind. A situation that is momentarily going to change the world of sports everywhere. World Sailing cancelled the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series Genoa (understandable since it is in Italy). The NBA is suspended. The NCAA March Madness Tournament … Read More
By Airwaves writer Pearson Potts Sailing is one of those sports where if you truly love it, the hook embeds deeply, and you’re a sailor for life. For others, sailing may simply be an enjoyable hobby. Some sailors come and go quickly because they just like the rush of competition instead of the actual sailing … Read More
News Flash: The Chicago Yacht Club is looking to hire a full-time On The Water Director This position will oversee all club activities that are water based to include; racing, sailing instruction, Belmont dock management, race committee, and club fleet of boats. Work closely with club committees for planning and execution of regattas, education opportunities … Read More
Sail1Design is thrilled to announce that, along with the US Optimist and Club 420 classes, we are now the official classified ad supplier for the US International 420 Class! This is an incredible boat and the class has really experienced a resurgence in the last several years. Our all-new Marketplace page now has a direct … Read More
Coconut Grove Sailing Club, January 20, 2020 — 37 teams from across the country competed over a three-day span on the waters off Miami for the International 420 North American Championship. As a newcomer to the class, I was immediately both struck by and impressed with the talent among sailors and coaches; this is an … Read More
Sail1Design, in cooperation with McLaughlin, is pleased to announce the winner of the 2019 Optimist Sailor of the Year: Gil Hackel!This year we had some excellent nominations, making it a challenge to determine a clear winner. Remember we only choose from nominated sailors! Here’s a bit from his nomination letter: 2019 has been a great … Read More
Sailing coaches, you HAVE to check this venue out!! It is absolutely AMAZING!!! SPC is looking for Sailing Instructors! Nestled in the mountains of Park City, UT. lies the Jordanelle Reservoir. Here the Park City Sailing Association hosts thriving membership, shared access, learn to sail, and race programs. The PCSA Junior Sailing Program is one … Read More
Cedar Point Yacht Club, located in the Saugatuck section of Westport CT, boasts an enviable position in the sailing community at large. Cedar Point is known for its emphasis on small boat one design sailing, the active participation of its members, and its outstanding race management team and event execution. In any summer season, Cedar … Read More