Michael, Author at American Sailing

Five Waters, Five Lessons

From Colorado reservoirs to ocean racing, every body of water teaches something different. Here’s what varied sailing environments can teach …

Are you a cruiser, a racer, an adventurer, or a liveaboard? Sailing has room for every personality — which type are you?

What five offshore races revealed about leadership, teamwork, resilience, and the realities of life at sea.

Sailing instructors do more than teach—they build confidence, shape mindset, and inspire lifelong journeys on and off the water.

Are you a leader? Discover how different leadership styles shape a skipper’s success, crew morale, and teamwork on and off the water.

The P.E.T.T. method: Prepare, Execute, Trim, Tidy Up. A simple framework for mastering smooth, safe, and efficient sailing.