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Dive into the World of Sailing with Dave Perry: Master the Racing Rules and Learn Winning Tactics

Master the racing rules and tactics of sailboat racing with Dave Perry's expert guidance. Dave Perry's upcoming online classes, "Rules You Need To Know Around The Race Course" and "Winning Tactics Around The Race Course" will elevate your sailing performance through clear explanations and real-life examples. Perfect for skippers and crew alike, learn to navigate race dynamics and make confident decisions.

2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference will be held June 8 in New Orleans

With American Sailing as one of its valued sponsors, the 2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference will take place in New Orleans on June 8th. Join us for a day of workshops, including the acclaimed Take the Helm® track. Learn from experienced female instructors and captains, hone your skills, and celebrate women in sailing.

American Sailing Sponsors YCA’s Inspirational Cruiser of the Year

For the 2nd Annual International Cruiser's Awards, American Sailing is once again sponsoring The Most Inspirational Cruiser of the Year Award. The International Cruisers Awards were created by the Young Cruisers Association as a way to highlight and reward cruisers for their hard work in content creation as well as shine a light on outstanding individuals in the cruising culture.

Barcolana – The Biggest Sailing Race Around

The Barcolana is an annual sailing event and regatta in the Gulf of Trieste, located in the northeastern part of the Adriatic Sea. It is one of the largest and most famous sailing races in Europe and the world. Held during the first weekend of October, the regatta attracts thousands of participants and spectators, making it a significant cultural and sporting event in the region.

The Ocean Race Sails Into Newport with a Warning About the Health of the Seas

The Ocean Race stopped over in Newport, Rhode Island in mid-May 2023 with a message about the health of the seas and an exciting outlook toward the future of sailing. Sail Newport raised $2M in sponsorships to bring the race to the area with a focus on sharing the sport and raising environmental awareness.

7 Global Sailing Races to Follow

An overview of seven of the big races, regattas, and race series that occur regularly around the world. These are iconic events, both old and new, that shape the world of racing and have inspired sailors for generations to challenge themselves to new heights, both on and off the water.

Summer Sailstice June 24, 2023 🔉

On Saturday, June 24, 2023, American Sailing is again a Gold Level Sponsor of the 23rd annual Summer Sailstice, the biggest sail event of the year where everybody everywhere sails at the same time! Founded back in Feb 2001 by John Arndt, Publisher of Latitude 38, Summer Sailstice is the annual global celebration of sailing held on the weekend nearest

Member Event: American Sailing Croatia Charter

Join American Sailing in Croatia as we explore the country in a multi-day sail filled with rich culture, delicious wine, and picturesque ports.

Visiting Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and Cuttyhunk on the ASA Grand Tour of New England

Writer, Editor and Sailor, Bob Curley, is a Rhode Island Expert who contributes to American Sailing on sailing New England and the Caribbean. The ASA Grand Tour of New England aboard the sailing yacht Arabella is highlighted by stops at three of the historic jewels of the Massachusetts coastal waters: Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, and Cuttyhunk Island. The first two are

Beyond Newport; Sailing and Sightseeing in Rhode Island

Writer, Editor and Sailor, Bob Curley, is a Rhode Island Expert who contributes to American Sailing on sailing New England and the Caribbean. Newport is a not just a fantastic home port for your at-sea adventure aboard the sailing yacht Arabella: it’s also perfectly positioned for exploring the rest of the Ocean State. Located on the southern tip of Aquidneck

WOW-WAH 2022

Women on the Water – Woman at the Helm August 6-7, 2022 The WOW-WAH regatta has taken place every year since the early 1970s, with one exception: In 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic caused a disruption in the yacht racing season, and the WOW-WAH 2020 was canceled. But, in 2021, WOW-WAH commenced, with safety precautions in place, and we had a

Lady Liberty Regatta in New York Harbor

Young Sailors: Are You an “Ocean Hero”?

Introducing 5 Gyres: Sailor Scientists Fighting Plastic Pollution

Olympic Sailing in Rio 2016

The Olympics in Rio 2016 include 10 separate sailing classes competing over the next two weeks - find out where to watch and who to follow!

The ASA “Grand Tour” on Arabella

Photos of ASA members onboard "Arabella" sailing a "Grand Tour" around Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket as well as the beautiful port of Cuttyhunk.

Yacht Tubbing

Kira Maixner writes about her first Summer Sailstice experience - Yacht Tubbing, Good Company, and Clipper Cove...