PERFORMANCE RACE WEEKS

North U on the water clinics are designed to compress years of trial-and-error into focused, intentional learning. From fundamentals to elite performance, our clinics emphasize repetition, clarity, and measurable improvement. Every clinic blends classroom learning with extensive on-the-water practice—so concepts don’t just make sense, they become habits. Understand it. Practice it. Own it.

Performance Race Week

SEP 14-18, 2026 • SEATTLE, WA

5 Day On-The-Water Racing Clinic

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Regatta Experiences

North U Regatta Experiences put learning directly into the competitive environment—where decisions matter, pressure is real, and performance gains show up immediately. These are not “ride-alongs.” They are immersive, coached racing experiences designed to accelerate learning through real-time feedback, repetition, and structured debriefs. Whether you’re racing locally or at a major event, Regatta Experiences help you turn competition into your most powerful classroom. Race smarter. Learn faster. Leave faster.

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PERFORMANCE RACE SeminarS

Unlock your next level of performance with North U’s new Speed and Strategy seminar. This full-day, in-person course blends expert instruction on sail trim, boat handling, and winning course strategy to help you sail faster and smarter. Taught by seasoned North U coaches, the interactive classroom sessions turn complex racing concepts into practical skills you can use on the water immediately. If you’re ready to boost your speed, sharpen your decision-making, and elevate your racing game, Speed and Strategy is your new secret weapon.

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apr 12, 2026 • grand rapids, mi

Speed & Strategy

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Level up your speed, tactics, and race-day decisions with NorthU’s Speed and Strategy Seminar.

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apr 26, 2026 • eugene, or

Speed & Strategy

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Level up your speed, tactics, and race-day decisions with NorthU’s Speed and Strategy Seminar.

ONLINE CLASSES

Not every learning moment happens at the dock. North U Online Classes and Webinars give sailors access to expert instruction anytime, anywhere. These programs focus on the technical foundations of performance sailing—delivered clearly, efficiently, and without fluff. Online learning helps you arrive on the dock smarter—and leave the water with better questions. Learn the “why” so the “how” comes faster.

Online Class (On-Demand)

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Symmetric Spinnaker Trim

A 4-part online series designed to deepen your grasp of sailing forces and trim while...

Online Class (On-Demand)

ON DEMAND

Safety at Sea

Kim Walther

Learn about safety at sea and how to avoid and overcome various safety scenarios encountered...

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ASA 102: Keelboat 2

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An online class to help sailors prepare to take the on-the-water course in Spring 2024

Online Class (On-Demand)

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Sail Power for Cruisers

Lisa & andy batchelor

In this online class, explore sail configurations and controls for optimal boat speed and balance...

TEXTBOOKS

North U textbooks and workbooks are trusted by sailors, coaches, and programs around the world—and for good reason. They turn complex concepts into clear, actionable knowledge you can return to again and again. These aren’t coffee-table books. They’re tools—designed to be marked up, revisited, and applied on the water. Built to teach. Designed to last.

NorthU Racing Trim

North U Performance Racing Trim teaches sailors how to maximize boat speed through clear, actionable techniques in upwind and downwind sail trim and handling.

NorthU Racing Tactics

North U Racing Tactics delivers a complete, practical guide to modern racing strategy, rules, and on-the-water decision-making for sailors of all levels.

Boat Handling & Sail Trim

Boat Handling & Sail Trim Made Easy gives sailors clear, practical techniques to improve control, balance, and boat speed through better sail trim and handling.

Advanced Cruising & Seamanship

This book offers insights to improve your boat’s performance upwind, downwind, in heavy weather, and on long-distance passages.