2018 Student STEMcation – Apply Now

Sail Through STEM with a US Sailing STEMcation in Newport, RI (5/10 -5/15) US Sailing’s Reach Initiative is excited to provide two Reach students with an experience at the Volvo Ocean Race Newport Stopover. Two US Sailing Reach Initiative students ages 13-16 will be selected to travel to Newport, RI Thursday, May 10th, 2018 through, Tuesday…Read More

New National Standard and Resource Guide Available for Recreational Boating Skills Instructors

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 8, 2018) - The U.S. Coast Guard’s National On-Water Standards (NOWS) Program grant management team and American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) are pleased to announce the publication of an American National Standard for the on-the-water instruction for beginner-level recreational boating operators.  The new Instructional Approach Standard (formally titled EDU-4 On-Water Instruction…Read More

Reineke, Duncan Reflect on Storied 2017 at Rolex Yachtsman & Yachtswoman of the Year Awards Ceremony

Erika Reineke, Peter Duncan Reflect on Storied 2017 at Rolex Yachtsman & Yachtswoman of the Year Awards Ceremony NEW YORK, NY (February 28, 2018) - The sport of sailing in the U.S. took center stage in New York on Wednesday as the two most accomplished competitive American sailors of 2017 were celebrated as Rolex Yachtsman…Read More

US Sailing Releases NOR, Application Process for 2018 U.S. Youth Sailing Championship

US Sailing Releases NOR and Application Process Details for 2018 U.S. Youth Sailing Championship Event Website Host, Location, Dates Carolina Yacht Club Wrightsville Beach, NC June 23-27, 2018 Important Information about the 2018 U.S. Youth Sailing Championship The selection and entry process has been updated and simplified. Interested sailors should review the process and frequently…Read More

The Clagett Memorial Clinic and Regatta to Host 2018 U.S. Para Sailing Championship

Registration is Open for The 2018 Clagett and U.S. Para Sailing Championships NEWPORT, R.I. (February 15, 2018) –  The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta and US Sailing are excited to announce that the 2018 U.S. Para Sailing Championships, formerly known as the U.S. Disabled Sailing Championships, will be hosted at Sail Newport…Read More

US Sailing Honors Award Winners at Sailing Leadership Forum for Contributions to the Sport

The US Sailing Award winners for 2017 were recognized Thursday night for their contributions to the sport of sailing in the United States. To celebrate the accomplishments of these individuals and organizations, US Sailing recognized them at the Sailing Leadership Forum in St. Pete Beach, Florida, hosted by the TradeWinds Island Grand Resort.

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Bella Mente Quantum Racing, US Sailing Partner to Develop America’s Cup Team for NYYC and Promote Sailing in U.S.

Focus on Reconnecting the America’s Cup to the U.S. Sailing Base and Developing High Caliber Competitive Sailing Talent NEW YORK, N.Y. (February 2, 2018) – Bella Mente Quantum Racing Association (“BMQRA”) and US Sailing today announced a broad partnership in support of the New York Yacht Club’s challenge for the 36th America’s Cup to further…Read More

Community Sailing and National One-Design Award Winners Announced by US Sailing

BRISTOL, R.I. (January 29, 2018) – US Sailing is proud to announce the 2017 Community Sailing and National One-Design Award winners for their contributions to the sport of sailing in the United States. To celebrate the accomplishments of these individuals and organizations responsible for advancing sailing forward in their respective areas of focus and within…Read More

Paine Puts Silver Lining on World Cup Series 2018

A year and a half ago, with the majestic hills of Rio de Janeiro as a backdrop, Caleb Paine proved that he’s not afraid of sporting’s bright lights, claiming the Finn class bronze medal in the Rio 2016 Olympics with a stirring win in the Medal Race. Earlier today, on Biscayne Bay, Paine came up big again when the pressure was its most intense, earning the Finn silver medal in the 2018 World Cup Series Miami, USA.

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Peter Duncan, Erika Reineke Selected as US Sailing’s 2017 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year

BRISTOL, R.I. (January 25, 2018) – A seasoned veteran steeped in determination and a breakthrough performer on the verge of stardom are the subjects of US Sailing’s 2017 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year.

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