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.
Read MoreNew 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 MoreThe 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 MoreUS Sailing Announces Vessi as Official Footwear Partner
US Sailing is pleased to announce a new partnership with Vessi, the leading waterproof footwear brand known for its commitment to comfort, versatility, and sustainability. This collaboration will provide US Sailing members with exclusive discounts on Vessi’s line of innovative, waterproof shoes and apparel.
Read MoreSextant Wines Releases Limited Edition Commemorative US Sailing Cabernet Sauvignon
US Sailing is proud to announce the launch of the Commemorative US Sailing Release, a special edition 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon crafted by Sextant Wines, the official wine of US Sailing. This limited release pays tribute to the thirteen US Sailing Team athletes who represented the United States in the 2024 Olympic Games in Marseille, France.
Read MoreThanksgiving Youth Racing Camps Set Sail in Miami and Long Beach
The 2024 US Sailing Youth Racing Camps, presented by Risk Strategies, are poised to bring the nation’s top youth sailors together for intensive training and collaboration. For the first time, this annual event will take place on both coasts, with the East Coast Camp at Miami Yacht Club from November 23–26 and the West Coast…Read MoreUS Sailing Announces Selection System and Requirements for 2025 Team Racing World Championship
US Sailing, the National Governing Body for sailing in the United States, is pleased to announce the athlete selection system and requirements for the highly anticipated 2025 Team Race World Championship. The event will be hosted by the New York Yacht Club in Newport, Rhode Island, from May 28 to June 1, 2025.
Read MoreLuke Muller (OLY) and Chris Barnard Elected to Represent US Sailing on Team USA Athletes’ Commission
On Friday, November 15, Luke Muller (Fort Pierce, FL) was elected as the next Team USA Athletes’ Commission Representative for US Sailing, the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport. Chris Barnard (Newport Beach, CA) was elected to serve as the Alternate Representative and will work alongside Luke to support American sailing athletes.
Read MoreQ&A with Dave Perry on His New Books
Available December 1st here, Dave Perry’s three upcoming books, Understanding the Racing Rules of Sailing through 2028, Winning in One-Designs, and Dave Perry’s 100 Best Racing Rules Quizzes are designed to provide sailors with an in-depth understanding of the racing rules, offering practical insights and clear explanations. US Sailing sat down with Dave Perry to go behind-the-scenes with the lauded author in sailboat racing and learn more about his process and sources of inspiration.
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