Community Sailing Spotlight: US Sailing Center – Martin County

Nestled along the picturesque shores of Indian River Drive in Jensen Beach, Florida, the US Sailing Center – Martin County (USSCMC) stands as a beacon of accessibility, community engagement, and the joy of sailing. Since its founding in 1992, USSCMC has grown from humble beginnings into a thriving community sailing center dedicated to providing opportunities for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. 

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Maggie Shea Named Inaugural Executive Director of Chicago Yacht Club Foundation

The Chicago Yacht Club Foundation has announced the appointment of two-time Olympian and US Sailing Team Athlete, Maggie Shea, as its first-ever Executive Director. Shea’s appointment follows a period of unprecedented growth for the CYC Foundation, which, under a new strategic plan, has expanded its reach to serve nearly 2,000 Chicagoland youth annually.

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Matthew Gallagher Takes Offshore Racing to New Heights 

In the world of offshore sailing, dedication often comes in many forms: some sailors spend decades perfecting their skills on the water, while others master the art of making racing better for everyone. Few people have managed to do both as effectively as Matthew Gallagher, whose recent appointment as Deputy Chairman of the Offshore Racing Congress (ORC) underscores his commitment to the sport on a global scale. 

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US Sailing Announces New Tiered Pathway to US Sailing Team with Olympic Development Program (ODP) and Youth Team

For the first time in US Sailing’s history, the three programs are formally connected through seven tiers, delivering a transparent and well-articulated process. The new pathway illustrates a commitment to putting athletes first by providing them with a clear understanding of selection procedures and entry opportunities for each group.

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Getting In and Out of Irons

Have you ever found yourself stuck on the water facing into the wind, and your  boat just won’t budge? This situation is known as “being in irons,” which means your boat is stopped while pointing into the wind—also called the No-Go Zone. When this happens, your sails will be flapping (or luffing), and you’ll find…Read More

Global Foiling Week Event to Expand to Pensacola, FL in 2025

Registration is now open for Foiling Week Pensacola, set to take place February 24-March 2, 2025 for the first time on US waters. Beginning in Lake Garda, Italy in 2014, Foiling Week has established itself as a World Sailing Special Event that promotes the growth and development of foiling boats and boards to all skill levels.

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“Managing the Meters:” Lessons Learned from the Double Handed World Offshore Championship

Earlier this fall, two teams from the U.S. took part in the first-ever Double Handed World Offshore Championship in Lorient, France. Erica Lush/Tim Kent, and Barbara (Basia) Karpinska/Kevin Morgan joined 20 other teams from 16 countries for a first-of-its-kind test of might between the best doublehanded offshore sailors in the world. Each team was given…Read More

Over 200 Athletes Train on East and West Coasts with US Sailing Youth & Olympic Development Programs

Training efforts are ramping up in the Youth and Olympic Development (ODP) spaces. During the week before Thanksgiving, three training camps ran simultaneously for over 200 athletes, with support from 32 US Sailing coaches, 22 regional program coaches, and seven US Sailing staff members.

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New Bedford Community Boating Center Enriches Young Lives

The Community Boating Center in New Bedford, MA began in 1998 as the brainchild of local social worker JoAnn Tschaen. One hot and humid day in 1995, Tschaen began searching for a way to give new ways to grow and learn to a group of seven youngsters in her care. That evening on her way…Read More

The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health

The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health "If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water," wrote the noted American anthropologist Loren Eiseley. This belief in the enchanting, transformative power of water isn’t just a poetic notion, it is supported by science through what is known as Blue…Read More