January 21–23, 2027 | Fort Myers, Florida
Join sailing leaders from across the country at the National Sailing Programs Symposium (NSPS) 2027, the premier event for sailing education and program development in the United States
Hosted at the beautiful Luminary Hotel & Co. in the heart of downtown Fort Myers, NSPS brings together sailing instructors, program directors, race coaches, volunteers, administrators, parents, community sailing leaders, and industry professionals for four days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.
For more than four decades, NSPS has been the place where sailing organizations come together to share ideas, explore new approaches, and discover practical solutions that strengthen programs of all sizes. Whether you manage a community sailing center, yacht club, sailing school, collegiate program, or youth development initiative, you'll leave with actionable strategies to elevate your organization and better serve your sailors.
Why Attend?
NSPS is more than a conference—it's a community of passionate sailing professionals dedicated to growing the sport.
Participants will:
- Learn best practices from leading sailing educators and program administrators
- Explore innovative approaches to instruction, safety, inclusion, and program management
- Gain insights from industry experts and keynote speakers
- Connect with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities
- Discover the latest products, technologies, and resources supporting sailing programs
- Build relationships with manufacturers, partners, and service providers
- Participate in hands-on learning experiences and interactive discussions
What to Expect
NSPS 2027 will feature:
- Inspiring keynote presentations from respected leaders in sailing and beyond
- Educational breakout sessions covering instruction, coaching, operations, leadership, and growth
- Networking events designed to foster meaningful connections
- Industry exhibits showcasing the latest products and services
- Peer-to-peer learning opportunities and roundtable discussions
- On-the-water demonstrations and experiential learning opportunities unique to Southwest Florida
Whether you're new to sailing program management or a seasoned industry veteran, NSPS offers valuable content and connections that will help you strengthen your program and advance the future of sailing.
Who should attend?
NSPS is designed for:
- Sailing program directors
- Sailing instructors and coaches
- Community sailing center leaders
- Yacht club and sailing association staff
- Volunteers and board members
- Race management and safety personnel
- Parents involved in sailing programs
- Industry partners and manufacturers
- Anyone passionate about growing participation in sailing
Be Part of the Future of Sailing
Since its inception in 1984, the National Sailing Programs Symposium has helped thousands of sailing professionals improve their programs, expand participation, and strengthen sailing communities across the country.
Join us January 21–23, 2027, in Fort Myers for four days of education, collaboration, and inspiration as we work together to shape the future of sailing.
Agenda
Agenda
Day 1 - Thursday, January 21, 2027
If you are interested in presenting a topic, or would like to propose a speaker or topic for us to consider, please use the session submission form.
Book Your Stay
$289 per night
Monday, January 4, 2027
Event Questions: eventmanager@ussailing.org