Seattle Boat Show
Seattle Boat Show: A look at who we are meeting events we love and seminars worth your time at the 2026 Seattle Boat Show.
Author: American Sailing
American Sailing Announces the Passing of CEO Jonathan Payne
Remembering CEO Jonathan Payne, a dedicated leader and sailor whose compassion, vision, and presence shaped American Sailing.
2025 Annapolis Boat Show Recap
2025 Annapolis Boat Show: From scenic sails to new tech launches, this year’s show celebrated sailing, connection, and innovation.
American Sailing Welcomes Nick Harvey to Its Board of Directors
American Sailing, the nation’s leading authority on sailing education and advocacy, today announced the appointment of Nick Harvey to its Board of D…
Sailing Lingo Decoded
The 50 Most Useful Terms Every New Sailor Should Know.
Smooth Sailing Starts Ashore
Before you chase the horizon, take the time to inspect the boat that’ll carry you there. A smooth sail starts with smart preparation – topside,…
Seasickness Prevention 101
Seasickness is a form of motion sickness triggered when the brain receives conflicting messages from the eyes, inner ears, and sensory nerves. Whil…
Understanding Lift
If you’ve ever wondered how a sailboat moves forward – even when it’s not running with the wind – you’re not alone. It seems almost magical:…
How to Be a Great Sailing Crew in 3 Steps
Steve Hunt, professional sailor and high school sailing coach, distills decades of experience into three essential characteristics that define a gr…
So You’ve Taken a Sailing Course… Now What?
You passed a sailing course. Now what? Explore some real-world, practical ways to stay on the water, build your skills, and become a confident sail…
A Few of My Favorite Things: Sailing Books
What makes a great sailing book? Authenticity, passion, vivid imagery, and character development come to life in these four sailing books.
American Sailing and SeaPeople Join Forces to Enhance Sailing Education World-Wide
American Sailing and SeaPeople partner to offer unparalleled sailing educational tools and digital logbook capabilities to sailors worldwide.
The Legendary S/V Bubbles Return with ASA-Certified Virgin Island Sailing School
S/V Bubbles, the legendary sailboat from Chasing Bubbles, is back! Now restored, she offers ASA-certified courses with the Virgin Island Sailing Schoo…
SailGP Brings High-Octane Racing to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York
Sailing isn’t just about following official rules—it’s also about respecting the unwritten ones. From anchoring etiquette to VHF communication a…
Cooking at Sea: How to Manage the Motion of the Ocean
Explore the essential skills to manage cooking in motion, keeping things efficient, safe, and delicious with Gio and Julie Cappelli.
Sink or Sail?
ASA Director of Education Jenny McCain shares her story of learning to sail in an opti at summer camp as a youth.
American Sailing Welcomes Zhik as Official Apparel Partner
American Sailing (ASA), a global authority on sailing education, is excited to announce Zhik, a global leader in sailing and watersports apparel, as t…
American Sailing Announces Bulova Watches as Official Watch Partner
American Sailing, the premier organization for sailing education across North America, is pleased to announce its exciting new partnership with Bulova…