It’s not just coaching. The US Sailing Team supports our athletes throughout the pre-training period and six days of intense racing with logistical and operational support, physical therapy and recovery work, nutrition consulting, sports psychology, meteorology, rules advice, and more. It takes a village, and we’re taking you behind the scenes for a look into what it makes it happen. The post The Team Behind the Team appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

1. Make sure your staff are certified Make sure that all your returning Instructors have a current US Sailing membership, instructor certification, current SafeSport certificate and their CPR/First Aid/AED Training is up to date. You can check if an Instructor certification is valid via the US Sailing Member Lookup. Just login with your US Sailing Member […] The post Get Your Program Ready For Summer! appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

Sally Helme, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on March 20, 2024 at the age of 70. Sally, a remarkable figure whose unwavering commitment to advancing women’s participation in sailing has left an enduring legacy. She was more than a sailor; she was a visionary leader who championed equality, empowerment and excellence. “In her terrific […] The post Eight Bells: Sally Helme appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

After hearing the vision and plans for the Team and for improving athlete performance from High Performance Director Marcus Lynch, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee expressed its confidence in the Team’s path to the podium in 2024 and beyond and offered this additional investment in the US Olympic Sailing Team. The post USOPC Grants Significant Additional Financial Support to US Olympic Sailing Team for Paris 2024 Performance appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, US Sailing sat down with Jane Millman, Brendan Sailing’s new Executive Director, to talk about Brendan Sailing’s mission and how sailing can improve the lives of youth with learning differences. US Sailing discussed Jane’s personal journey, why she’s excited about the position, and what she loves about the […] The post Autism Awareness Day: Celebrating Difference at Brendan Sailing appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

Christina Wolfe is no stranger to feats of endurance. An avid triathlon competitor and bike racer, Wolfe was the top female finisher in 12 triathlons inside of 12 months, according to Sailing World Magazine. So when she discovered doublehanded offshore sailing, Wolfe felt right at home in a part of the sport that many consider […] The post Christina Wolfe: Extreme Endurance appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

As Women's History Month comes to a close, US Sailing checked in with the four women who have qualified to represent the USA at the Paris 2024 Olympics this summer. Read below for their experience as a woman in the elite sailing space, who inspires them, and advice they'd give to girls following in their footsteps. The post Spotlight on USA Paris 2024 Women appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

The Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía is the first event each calendar year to gather all 10 Olympic classes, and all eyes will be on the Bay of Palma this week with the Olympic Games less than 120 days away. Fourteen US Sailing Team athletes and ten additional USA representatives across all ten Olympic classes will go head-to-head with representatives from 70 other countries racing April 1-6. The post All Eyes on Mallorca for International Season Opener Ahead of Paris 2024 appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

Are you a young match racer looking to hone your skills? Apply for the U.S. Match Racing Championship for the Rose Cup, June 26-30 at Corinthian Yacht Club in Marblehead, Mass. The Rose Cup is an invitational event open to sailors who have reached their 16th birthday but not their 21st birthday during the calendar […] The post Applications Open for the 2024 Youth Match Racing Championship for the Rose Cup appeared first on US Sailing ..read more

After six days of racing, the USA is coming away with a Top 10 world ranking in the 49er for Andrew Mollerus and Ian MacDiarmid, and we’ve reached the halfway point of selection for the Paris 2024 49erFX representatives. The post 8th for Mollerus / MacDiarmid and Halfway to Paris 2024 49erFX Selection appeared first on US Sailing ..read more