how to become a professional yacht racer

Upwind sail trim for speed and height after tacking / rounding.Perfecting spinnaker hoists and drops and mark roundings.The syllabus will make the most of the weather at the time, but aims to cover:

On the Sunday you will have the chance to put your new skills into practise as you take part in a local club race (subject to a suitable race running on the course dates) or complete time trials to create a sense of pressure.īy the end of the course you will feel more confident as a crew member, capable of helping to drive a winning race performance. Then the day draws to a close with an evening debrief. Morning one starts with a classroom-based theory session, before heading out onto the water to put what you’ve just covered into practice. There will be a big emphasis on race focus and the mindset required to win races. Throughout the course you’ll get to try a number of roles in order to experience the different positions and understand how they all work together. This course is suitable for both inshore and offshore racers. Once you have completed our Intro to Yacht Racing course and gained some yacht racing experience, our Yacht Racing Development weekend will really help you hone your skills, learn how to anticipate the next move, and give you a racing edge.

How to become a professional yacht racer