We wrapped up another successful Crew Training class with 38 participants taking part. Be on the lookout for them and invite them for a sail.

Big thanks to our instructors: George Burke, Jerry Latel, Bob Fleck, John Kalinowski, Mike Karn, Jim Raper, Sue Kessler.

And our On-water practice boats and their crews: Schiehallion, Sleigh Ride, Nanuq, Wendas, Afterthought, GOIN', Trilogy, Cattitude & Corryvreckan

And finally thanks to Holly Fuller & Lauren DeSimmone for their help coordinating.

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FBYC is again offering their popular Crew Training Program with classes starting in March.  This program was started over 25 years ago and has been introducing sailors to the sport and to FBYC ever since.  For anyone looking to learn the basics of sailing, or get into racing, or improve their skills - this is the class.  The class consists of 3 evening classes in Richmond and 2 optional on the water practice days at FBYC.

Classroom instruction is provided by FBYC racing skippers and crew with experience in local, national and international racing and participants are given written materials to compliment the classroom sessions.

• Classroom: Tuesday, March 28 6:30pm
• Classroom: Tuesday, April 4 6:30pm
• Classroom …

FBYC is again offering their popular Crew Training Program with classes starting in March.  This program was started over 25 years ago and has been introducing sailors to the sport and to FBYC ever since.  For anyone looking to learn the basics of sailing, or get into racing, or improve their skills - this is the class.  The class consists of 3 evening classes in Richmond and 2 optional on the water practice days at FBYC.

Classroom instruction is provided by FBYC racing skippers and crew with experience in local, national and international racing and participants are given written materials to compliment the classroom sessions.

• Classroom: Tuesday, March 22 6:30pm
• Classroom: Tuesday, April 5 6:30pm
• Classroom …

32 participants started Crew Training last night with sessions led by George Burke, Jerry Latell and Bob Fleck covering the parts of a boat, what makes a boat go and safety.  Class continues next Tuesday with the hands on demonstrations.

After what has seemed like an endless summer - it's hard to believe the sailing season is starting to creep up on us.  And with the start of the season - what better time for the Crew Training Program.  Whether you've got a friend who is looking to get into the sport, or if you are looking for a refresher on your race knowledge or just want to learn more skills to apply to your own sailing - check out the Crew Training Program.

The class is 3 evenings in Richmond with various FBYC expert member instructors covering topics including

• parts of the boat
• safety
• how sails work
• crew coordination
• rules and race committee
• how to get on a …

FBYC is again offering their popular Crew Training Program with classes starting in March.  This program was started over 25 years ago and has been introducing sailors to the sport and to FBYC ever since.  The class consists of 3 evening classes in Richmond and 2 optional on the water practice days at FBYC.

Classroom instruction is provided by FBYC racing skippers and crew with experience in local, national and international racing and participants are given written materials to compliment the classroom sessions.

• Classroom: Tuesday, March 24 6:30pm
• Classroom: Tuesday, March 31 6:30pm
• Classroom: Tuesday, April 14 6:30pm
• Practice: Saturday, April 18 10am
• Practice: Sunday, May 3 10am

Space is limited the class is expected …

Weather: Get a Shiver in your bones just thinking about it?   We can help with that. Join us this Thursday April 15th at 7:30 pm for a webinar with Steve Zubrick and Brandon Fling from the National Weather Service. BTW, this one is FREE AND OPEN to the entire CBYRA community, members and non-members alike. The 15 April presentation will focus on what it means to be part of a Weather-Ready Nation. What this means is that Society is prepared for and responds to weather, water, and climate-dependent events. Read more about what this means to you at Your National Weather Service: Evolving to Build a Weather-Ready Nation.   You will learn more about using the NWS radio based, online …

I am completely amazed how rich the "Corinthian spirit" has been at our club and how many members are volunteering for our upcoming two day regatta.  After a year of being bound by a computer our kids finally have the opportunity to be on the water again to represent our amazing sailing program and club.  We are hosting the Virginia State Championship which is also the season opener for CBYRA.  With registration open for about a month we have been successfully amassing an army of volunteers to serve over 100 sailors along with their family and friends.  As far as the eye can see will be an armada of kids geared and ready to give it their all June 26-27th …

On Saturday March 1 at Hampton Yacht Club we will host a workshop for all sailors, sailing organizing authorities (think clubs), and potential funders to collaborate on our efforts to work together to build sailing participation and success in the southern Chesapeake Bay. It will be led by Dawn Riley who was on the original all-women crew of Maiden that took second place in their fleet for the 1989 Whitbread Round the World Race, and now director of Oakcliff Sailing in New York that runs training at all levels to help US sailors achieve success. She is running these workshops throughout the US and we are lucky to host the first for the Chesapeake Bay. The workshop is free and …

2025 Crew Training at Fishing Bay Yacht Club

We’re excited to announce our Annual Crew Training Sailing Course, perfect for newcomers and those with some sailing experience. Whether you’re eager to start sailing or want to level up your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to dive into the thrill of team sailing—a sport you can enjoy for a lifetime!

Starting March 25 Three classroom sessions in Richmond + a practical on-the-water session in Deltaville (just 70 minutes east of Richmond).  Learn from FBYC’s experienced racing skippers and crew, with backgrounds in local, national, and international racing. Plus, gain hands-on experience aboard our racing boats!

Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready to set …