US Sailing BASIC RACE MANAGEMENT Seminar is coming to FBYC, Saturday, March 29

Attention all FBYC members!   The FBYC Race Management Committee is pleased to announce that a Basic Race Management Seminar is coming to FBYC on Saturday, March 29, 2025.  Taught by experienced US Sailing Certified Instructors, this course is for anyone who wishes to learn about running sailboat races, from setting up starts, setting courses, finishing, scoring and everything in between.  This course is for those newly interested in race management, those with experience who want to deepen their learning, and for those wanting to apply for or renew their US Sailing Certified Race Officer status. 

 A limited number of seats will be available (25) , so it is imperative that FBYC members  register early before the class fills up. The course is expected to attract participants from multiple fleets and  locations in the CBYRA area.   The US Sailing registration site is live.  You can register at Registration closes Wednesday, March 19, 2025.  You can register at https://www.ussailing.org/education/resources/course-calendars/#race-officer.  Scroll down until you see the Basic Race Seminar at Fishing Bay.   Walk-In registrations will not be allowed.

The seminar is an in-person learning event held on the second floor of the FBYC Clubhouse. With a hard start at 8:00 am it will conclude at 5:00 pm.  A continental breakfast will be served  7:30-7:55.  Snacks and lunch will be provided for a nominal fee to be collected at the event.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session.    About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas Free for Teachers, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform.   The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

The US Sailing course registration fee is $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.   CBYRA may reimburse the registration fee upon completion, TBD. 

If you have any questions, please contact FBYC Race Management Chair, Gene Kendall (kendallgene@gmail.com).