Nominations are open for the prestigious Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, the highest honor bestowed by the organization. This award, which has been given since 1957, recognizes individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the sport of sailing in the United States. We invite the sailing community to submit nominations for those who have demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing the sport. Read more about the award and submit a nomination here ⬇️
US Sailing
Spectator Sports
Bristol, RI 7,664 followers
The National Governing Body of the Sport of Sailing in the United States.
About us
The National Governing Body of the sport of sailing. US Sailing sets the course for sailors to enjoy the sport for a lifetime. For those just beginning, US Sailing ensures that they will learn from experienced and certified instructors who are trained using national standards and an acclaimed curriculum. For sailing programs and sailing organizations, US Sailing’s National Sailing Programs Symposium and Sailing Leadership Forum bring together experts who address the latest developments in these fields of the sport. Young sailors just starting out can learn about sailboat racing through one of many Junior Olympic sailing festivals organized by US Sailing every year. For racing sailors, US Sailing ensures integrity on the course and a level playing field by training and certifying race officials, judges and umpires and by maintaining standardized rules and sailing instructions. The 15 National Championships organized by US Sailing offer various disciplines of racing where sailors test their skills against the best in the country. US Sailing provides handicap rating certificates and safety programs for sailboat owners who enjoy competing in offshore events. For sailors aiming to represent the USA at the Olympic Games, US Sailing trains, selects and manages the US Sailing Team and Olympic program.
- Website
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https://www.ussailing.org/
External link for US Sailing
- Industry
- Spectator Sports
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Bristol, RI
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1897
- Specialties
- Racing Rules of Sailing, Sailing Education & Instructor Training, Olympic/Paralympic Sailing Team, US Sailing National Championships, Offshore Rating System, Safety Certification, Membership Benefits, Pubs/Merchandise, News/Resources, and Professional Networking
Locations
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Primary
1 Roger Williams University Way
Bristol, RI 02809, US
Employees at US Sailing
Updates
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Nominations are open for US Sailing's ROLEX Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year Awards 🏆 Click the link below to read more about the award and to nominate sailors ⬇️
US Sailing’s Rolex Yachtsman & Yachtswoman of the Year Awards - US Sailing
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The 2024 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the George R. Hinman Trophy 🏆 at SEVERN SAILING ASSOCIATION was a great event, ultimately won by repeat winners, Los Huevos 🍳 The event featured two days of livestream 🎥 coverage presented by GoPro with commentary from Captain Ashley Love 🎤 For photos, livestream replays, and full results, read the recap here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dwrcjAJe
Event Recap: 2024 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the George R. Hinman Trophy - US Sailing
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🏆 As the 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship for the Mallory Trophy approaches, the spotlight is on the collaboration between US Sailing and the network of Regional Sailing Associations (RSAs) across the country. This partnership underscores the vital role that RSAs play in the sport, particularly in the lead-up to major national events like the U.S. Adult Sailing Championship. US Sailing, as the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport, oversees a broad spectrum of activities across 11 distinct areas in the United States. 🇺🇸Within these areas, RSAs serve as the linchpin for organizing and coordinating sailing activities. These umbrella organizations ☂️bring together regional clubs, ensuring that local sailors have access to a well-structured calendar of races, classes, regattas, and handicapping systems. More than just administrative bodies, RSAs are the backbone of grassroots sailing in the United States, fostering a strong community and promoting the sport at all levels. Read more about RSAs here: https://lnkd.in/eQdADArT #USSailing #RegionalSailing
The Crucial Role of Regional Sailing Associations in the 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship - US Sailing
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🎥 Note: This event will be livestreamed on August 17 – 18 on USSailing.org The Severn Sailing Association in Annapolis, Maryland, is set to host the prestigious 2024 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the George R. Hinman Trophy 🏆 from August 18-20. Known for its competitive spirit and scenic backdrop, the championship, nicknamed The Hinman, draws top-tier sailors from across the nation, showcasing extraordinary team racing at its finest. Severn Sailing Association’s location offers a challenging and dynamic racing environment in the Chesapeake Bay with its variable wind conditions and tidal influences, promising an exciting and unpredictable competition in the waters right off the United States Naval Academy. 🌬🌊 Read the full preview here: https://lnkd.in/gHEP3HUj #USSailing #TeamRacing #Hinman #SailingChampionship
Event Preview: 2024 U.S. Team Racing Championship for the George R. Hinman Trophy - US Sailing
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🪁 The 2024 U.S. WingFoil Championship was an exhilarating event showcasing the rapid growth and excitement surrounding this discipline in sailing. The inaugural championship, held over three days of intense competition, drew top #WingFoil athletes from across the country to vie for the **First-Ever** U.S. WingFoil Championship title. 🏆 🌉🌬️The championship took place in picturesque San Francisco, California, at St. Francis Yacht Club, providing ideal conditions for WingFoiling due to San Francisco Bay’s characteristically strong winds. 🎉 Congratulations to newly crowned U.S. National Champion Johnny Heineken and other category winners!✨ Read the full recap at: https://lnkd.in/ei-Fp3qZ #Wingfoil #StFrancisYC #USSailing #Championship
Event Recap: 2024 U.S. WingFoil Championship - US Sailing
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Early bird registration 🐦 is now open for Sailing Leadership Forum 2025 through the end of August, when fees go up ⬆️. Come join us at Loews Coronado Bay Resort February 6 - 8 for presentations, breakout sessions, award ceremonies, product demos, exhibitions, and keynote speakers! Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/ezyXPn8Q
Early Bird Registration is Now Open for Sailing Leadership Forum 2025 - US Sailing
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St. Francis Yacht Club is hosting this weekend's U.S. Wingfoil Championship, the inaugural rendition of the event. Competitors are in for a treat on the waters of San Francisco Bay 🌊💨 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ezPmjEQr
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Congratulations to 2024 U.S. Women's Match Racing Champions, Allie Blecher, Katja Sertl, Alana Marks, and Alicia Blumenthal! Off the water at Chicago Yacht Club, competitors enjoyed Goslings Rum + ginger beer, Sextant Wines for dinner and celebrations, and Gill Marine bags. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e6icFeVC
Event Recap: 2024 U.S. Women's Match Racing Championship - US Sailing
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🚤 New Insights into Yacht Design and Rating Systems! 🚤 Sharing a fascinating paper recently published by the S&S Swan Association: "International Offshore Rule: Influence on S&S Swans and a Brief Overview of the Evolution of Handicap Systems" by Jim Teeters, Head of the Offshore Ratings Office at US Sailing, and Alan Gilbert, former Chief Engineer, and Executive Vice President at S&SSwan. This comprehensive study explores the rich history of rating and handicapping sailboats, spanning almost 200 years. It delves into the development and impact of various rating rules, with a special focus on the International Offshore Rule (IOR) and its influence on the renowned S&S Swans. The paper highlights the intricate balance yacht designers strike between innovation and rule compliance, and it also discusses modern advancements in measurement and scoring systems. Key topics include: 🔹 The evolution of rating rules and their impact on yacht design. 🔹 The unique design features of S&S Swans under the IOR. 🔹 Modern innovations in yacht measurement and race scoring. For anyone passionate about yacht racing, naval architecture, or the science of sailboat performance, this is a must-read. The authors provide unique insights into yacht design and how rating systems have shaped competitive sailing over the decades. #YachtDesign #Sailing #IOR #RatingSystems #SailboatPerformance #MaritimeEngineering https://lnkd.in/e3DnvFCX
US Sailing in the News: New Insights into Yacht Design and Rating Systems - US Sailing
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