North U Clinic Eval THANK YOU for sailing with us. And thanks for taking the time to provide your input. North U Clinic Eval Course Location Clinic Date About You: Years of Experience as SkipperAbout You: Years of Experience as CrewTypes of boats you sail Clinic Rating Overall....: 1 (Lousy) ---- 10 (GREAT!)Class Sessions: 1... Read More »
AUSTIN FORMS THANK YOU FOR SIGNING UP FOR THE AUSTIN PERFORMANCE RACING CLINICS. PLEASE FILL out and submit Both the WAIVER tab and EXPERIENCE tab. Thanks. AYC NU WaiverExperience FormAYC NU Waiver Name* Email COVID VACCINATION I understand that in order to participate in the Clinic I must be fully vaccinated against COVID 19. Date... Read More »
AUSTIN FORMS THANK YOU FOR SIGNING UP FOR THE AUSTIN PERFORMANCE RACING CLINICS. PLEASE FILL OUT ALL FORMS BELOW. Please enter a name, email, and shirt size for each sailor.Name First Last Email Shirt Size Additional sailors in your group Yes No Name (2) First Last Email (2) Shirt Size (2) Additional sailors in your... Read More »
ST. THOMAS FORMS THANK YOU FOR SIGNING UP FOR THE ST. THOMAS CLINICS. PLEASE FILL OUT ALL FORMS BELOW. Please enter a name, email, and shirt size for each sailor.Name First Last Email Shirt Size Additional sailors in your group Yes No Name (2) First Last Email (2) Shirt Size (2) Additional sailors in your... Read More »
Club and Fleet Webinars Marketing You're responsible for marketing and promoting your event as well as handling registrations. We provide course descriptions and outlines that you can use in your publicity. We also provide custom e-vites. Tuition You can charge whatever admission fee you like. We can provide some guidance. Webinar Fees, Hosting, Registration Webinar... Read More »
ST. THOMAS FORMS THANK YOU FOR SIGNING UP FOR THE ST. THOMAS CLINICS. PLEASE FILL OUT ALL FORMS BELOW. STSC NU WaiverExperience QTN.STYC Member FormSTSC NU Waiver Name Email WAIVER I understand and acknowledge that there are dangers involved in sailing, racing, and associated activities. In consideration of my opportunity to participate in the St... Read More »
FEATURED PRODUCT Tactics Webinarwith Bill Gladstone It takes more than great boat speed to win races. You need strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Webinar you’ll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. REGISTER NOW FEATURED WEBINAR Sail Trim Webinar with Bill Gladstone Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet... Read More »
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How to Host a Program Learn more about hosting programs INQUIRE TODAY! Host a North U program for your Club or Fleet North U In-Person Seminars or Online Webinars are the best programs to engage your sailors and racers during the off-season. Choose either a full day or evening program. We offer both single session... Read More »
September 22-24, 2017 Hosted by National One Design Sailing Academy Oakville, Ontario National One Design Sailing Academy is hosting a North U “Fall Training” clinic in Oakville, September 22-24, 2017. The clinic will provide racing training aboard the Academy’s fleet of 10 Flying Tiger 7.5s. Enrollment is limited to 50 sailors. A team of 7... Read More »
Racing Clinics January 31-February 4, 2018 February 28-March 4, 2018 / St. Thomas St Thomas Yacht Club and the St Thomas Sailing Center are hosting two North U Mid-Winter Clinics in St. Thomas USVI: January 31 - February 4, and February 28 - March 4. © Bill Gladstone The clinics will provide racing training aboard... Read More »
On The Water With North U Onboard Coaching You can spend a lifetime learning to be a better sailor. We are here to accelerate the process. With North U. Onboard Coaching, you learn the skills you need to achieve your sailing goals. Performance Race Weeks Our 18th annual Offshore Sailing / North U Performance Race... Read More »
FREE DOWNLOADS TO HELP YOU BECOME A BETTER SAILOR! One on One Tactics Upwind PDF In this PDF we look at one on one tactics upwind near the starboard tack layline. Free PDF DOWNLOAD One on One Tactics Downwind pdf In this PDF we explore downwind attack and defense tactics. Free PDF DOWNLOAD BY Bill Gladstone... Read More »
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Tactics Tips & Go Fast Topics. Join us for a 2hr Evening Seminar presented by North U's Bill Gladstone Wednesday evening, April 10; 7-9pm @ Sea Cliff YC or Thursday evening, April 11; 7-9pm @ Stamford YC Just $15! Space is limited: Sign Up Now All proceeds support YRA programs
Tactics Tips & Go Fast Topics. Join us for a 2hr Evening Seminar presented by North U's Bill Gladstone Thursday evening, April 11; 7-9pm @ Stamford YC or the previous evening Wednesday evening, April 10; 7-9pm @ Sea Cliff YC Just $15! Space is limited: Sign Up Now All proceeds support YRA programs
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
Austin Yacht Club Member Special Member, Full Crew and BYOB savings!
-Jeff R.
Dave Perry's Rules as Tactical Tools Webinar Tactics are dictated by the Rules. At a North U Rules as Tactical Tools Webinar you'll learn how the rules create rights, obligations, and opportunities. Rules as Tactical Tools Webinar: – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry – Attend LIVE and Review the recordings for months – Available On-Demand if you cannot attend live – If you sign up mid-series you can access the earlier recordings Course Topics Session 1 – Rules & Tactics on the Upwind Legs Session 2 – Rules & Tactics on the Downwind Legs Session 3 – Rules & Tactics at the Marks Session 4 – Rules & Tactics at the Starts Dates & Times Each Series consists of 4 Sessions. Series 1: Tuesday, Wednesday: Feb 15, 16, 22, 23, 2022; 7:30–9:30pm eastern Series 2: ALL DAY on Saturday, March 12. 9am - 4:30 pm (with breaks)* * To attend Live, In Person in Newport Click Here. Series 3: Tuesday, Thursday: April 26, 28, May 3, 5, 2022; 7:30–9:30pm eastern Enrollment closes 2 hours before the start of each session... Register now. North U Risk Free Registration - Full Refund if you cancel –
The North U Performance Racing Clinics
February 2–6 and March 2–6, 2022
Balance Due for North U Performance Racing Clinics at the St. Thomas.
February Clinic: Balance Due by December 15.
March Clinic: Balance Due by January 6.
You can still add Bill’s Trim and Tactics books with FREE shipping (US only) (for yourself or as a GIFT!…).
Full clinic info follows below.
COVID Vaccination is REQUIRED
The North U Performance Racing Clinics February 2–6 and March 2–6, 2022 This page is for paying any balance due for those who have paid a deposit. The February Clinic has one opening as a sailor switched to March. Click here to sign up for March where a few spaces still remain. Balance Due for North U Performance Racing Clinics at the St. Thomas. February Clinic: Balance Now Due. March Clinic: Balance Due by January 6. You can still add Bill's Trim and Tactics books with FREE shipping (US only) (for yourself or as a GIFT!...). Full clinic info follows below. COVID Vaccination is REQUIRED
Cruising and Seamanship draws on a broad and ever changing mix of skills. Learn the latest in Cruising and Seamanship skills with the NorthU Cruising and Seamanship On-Demand Webinar and fourth edition Cruising and Seamanship book.
On-Demand Webinar plus Book Package On Sale NOW Regular Price
Austin Yacht Club Member Special 10% Savings and BYOB discount
The North U Performance Racing Clinics
February 2–6 and March 2–6, 2022
Join us for our 6th season of North U Performance Racing Clinics at the St. Thomas Sailing Center in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Two sessions will be offered: February 2–6 and March 2-6, 2022.
ASA Members Save $159 or
Sign up as a crew of 4 and save $259/person
Each clinic starts on a Wednesday and runs through Sunday. You'll enjoy 5 days of racing instruction including a combination of on-the-water training and races, shoreside seminars and video review. With a coach on board, you'll master all facets of racing trim, helming, spinnaker handling, and tactics utilizing a fleet of matched IC-24s.
Alas, the FEBRUARY Session is Sold Out
If you would like to be put on the wait list email: Bill@NorthU.com Subject: St Thomas February Waitlist
Click here to Sign Up for the MARCH Session
(Do not sit on your hands: March is nearly full. You can Waitlist for February and Sign Up for March. If Feb opens up we can switch you.)
North U Risk Free Pre-Registration
COVID Vaccination REQUIRED
The North U Performance Racing Clinics
February 2–6 and March 2–6, 2022
Join us for our 6th season of North U Performance Racing Clinics at the St. Thomas Sailing Center in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Two sessions will be offered: February 2–6 and March 2-6, 2022.
ASA Members Save $159 or
Sign up as a crew of 4 and save $259/person
Each clinic starts on a Wednesday and runs through Sunday. You'll enjoy 5 days of racing instruction including a combination of on-the-water training and races, shoreside seminars and video review. With a coach on board, you'll master all facets of racing trim, helming, spinnaker handling, and tactics utilizing a fleet of matched IC-24s.
Sign Up From This Page for MARCH Session (scroll down...)
Click here to Sign Up for FEBRUARY Session
North U Risk Free Pre-Registration
COVID Vaccination REQUIRED
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. This class will show you how to sail faster, and with better balance and control in all conditions. Saturday, March 5th, 2022: One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. -Led by veteran North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr Location: Lake Pleasant Harbor Marina 8708 W HARBOR BLVD, PEORIA, AZ 85383 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.
It takes more than great boat speed to win races. Victory requires strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Seminar you'll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. Register now, and be sure to bring your crew so you're all on the same page. North U Risk Free Registration - Full Refund if you cancel. Hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sailing Team and North Sails Milwaukee! University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 3210 N. Maryland Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53211 Building Location: Lubar School of Business Room: S-151 For this location, you will be on your own for breakfast & lunch. Curriculum is the same for all participants. For this location you are on your own for breakfast & lunch. - Click here to check the full list of dates and locations PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items: 11/13/19: USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave). Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Hosted by Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club at: Grill at the Dome 175 Brompton Road Tonawanda, NY 14150 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location, lunch is included in the pricing. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Long Beach Yacht Club 6201 Appian Way Long Beach, CA 90803 562-598-9401 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. Please Note: The LBYC is handling lunch and you can pay at the event - cost will be $20 inclusive per person. The buffet includes: soup, salad bar, carving station, fruit, cookies and taco bar on Saturdays. There will also be a designated area for attendees to enjoy lunch. FOR HEADCOUNT PURPOSES, PLEASE SPECIFY UNDER "COMMENTS" ON CHECK OUT IF YOU WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN THE CLUB'S LUNCH! For those who prefer something else, there are several restaurants within a mile of the club. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Sunday, March 24, 2019 Grapevine Sailing Club Scott's Landing Marina 2500 Oak Grove Loop North Grapevine, TX 76051 702-239-5106 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location lunch is optional. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Sunday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. The North U Racing Trim Seminar is offered as a one-day course focusing on boat speed and sail trim. For this location, lunch is included in the pricing. Member - $125+GST=131.25 CDN Skipper - $145+GST=152.25 CDN Crew - $125+GST=131.25 CDN Junior - $80+GST=84.00 CDN Additional add on items will be subject to applicable taxes. West Vancouver Yacht Club 5854 Marine Drive West Vancouver, BC V7W2S2 604-921-7575 Check in - 8:30 am ; Seminar 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. The North U Racing Trim Seminar is offered as a one-day course focusing on boat speed and sail trim. For this location, lunch is optional $10 CDN per person Member - $115+HST=129.95 CDN Skipper - $135+HST=152.55 CDN Crew - $115+HST=129.95 CDN Junior - $70+HST=79.10 CDN Additional add on items will be subject to applicable taxes. Lakeshore Yacht Club 76 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive Etobicoke, ON M8V4B7 416-255-3701 Check in - 8:30 am ; Seminar 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location lunch is optional. Registration for this event is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Sunday morning but plan to bring your own lunch or go to a local eatery. Please be there by 8:30 to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. This class will show you how to sail faster, and with better balance and control in all conditions. Saturday, February 12: One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Location: Indianapolis Sailing Club 11325 Fall Creek Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46256 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Eugene Yacht Club 26126 Bangs Road Eugene, OR 97448 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location, lunch is included in the pricing. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Boat Speed Tips & Tactics Tricks Seminar Brought to you by: Community Sailing of Colorado Denver, CO 80250 The seminar will be held in the Great Room at: The Lakehouse at Pelican Bay in Cherry Creek State Park 4800 S Dayton Street Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Check-in: 12:00 pm; Class: 12:30pm - 4:30pm Presented by: North U Director Bill Gladstone This four hour afternoon seminar will combine highlights from the North U Trim and North U Tactics Seminars. Topics will include optimum upwind trim in a variety of conditions, spinnaker trim refinements, starting set-up tips, and boat-on-boat tactics upwind and downwind. Questions are always invited. Snacks will be provided. Pre-Register and Save: $50 pre-reg, $60 at the door * Risk Free Registration: Full Refund if you cancel. $10 of every registration will be donated to Community Sailing of Colorado. Enjoy a great Sunday afternoon sailing seminar and support CSC's mission to make sailing accessible to all! Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Sunday afternoon. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. The North U Racing Trim Seminar is offered as a one-day course focusing on boat speed and sail trim. For this location, lunch is optional $10++ CDN Member - $115+HST=129.95 CDN Skipper - $135+HST=152.55 CDN Crew - $115+HST=129.95 CDN Junior - $70+HST=79.10 CDN Additional add on items will be subject to applicable taxes. Nepean Sailing Club Dick Bell Park 3259 Carling Avenue Ottawa, ON K2H 1A6 613-829-6462 Check in - 8:30 am ; Seminar 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location lunch is optional. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early for paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Berkeley Yacht Club One Seawall Drive Berkeley, CA 94710 510-843-9292 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location, lunch is included in the pricing. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Sequoia Yacht Club 441 Seaport Court Redwood City, CA 94063 650-361-9472 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location lunch is optional. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Sunday morning.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Wayzata Yacht Club 1100 Eastman Lane Wayzata, MN 55391 952-470-1468 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. For this location lunch is optional. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. For this location lunch is optional. North Sails Detroit 24777 Foreterra Dr Warren MI 48089 586 790-7500 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early for paperwork.
Weather is dynamic, and the Weather For Sailors CD-Rom puts weather in motion. You'll see how global, regional, and local weather phenomena interact to create the local sailing wind. You'll understand how and why an approaching front will shift local winds, and what to expect as it passes and more... The Weather for Sailors Disc is only Windows compatible.
USD$40.00
Tactics Seminar Sunday, February 23, 12:30 – 4:30pm It takes more than great boat speed to win races. Victory requires strong tactics and great boat speed. Join us for a half day Tactics Seminar (12:30 pm - 4:30 pm) on Sunday, February 23 with North U Director Bill Gladstone and learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. Register now, and be sure to bring your crew so you're all on the same page. North U Risk Free Registration - Full Refund if you cancel. Hosted by the Community Sailing of Colorado! Community Sailing of Colorado The Lakehouse at Pelican Bay Cherry Creek State Park 4800 S Dayton Street Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Curriculum is the same for all participants. - Click here to check the full list of dates and locations Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Sunday. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 15th, 2023 – A day-long course led by a North U Instructor Geoff Moore – Starting Tactics to get a good start every time – Upwind Tactics to hit the shifts and sail in clear air - Downwind Tactics for spinnaker and non-spinnaker racing – Mark Rounding and Finishing Tactics Location: Nepean Yacht Club 3259 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel *Charges are processed in US$. Given vagaries of exchange rates your charges in CDN$ will vary slightly from the amounts listed here.
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, March 25; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Todd Berman will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: North Sails 1 Maritime Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Bill Gladstone – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Sails Steelpointe Harbor 837 Seaview Ave, Brigdeport, CT 06607 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Dave Perry's Advanced Tactics and Decision Making Webinar Sailboat racing is complicated. You need strong tactics to win races. At a North U Advanced Tactics Webinar you'll learn how to make better tactical decisions. Advanced Tactics Webinar: – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry – Now available On-Demand – Recordings of earlier live webinars Course Topics Session 1 – Upwind Session 2 – Downwind Session 3 – Marks Session 4 – Starts Click Here to see Live Webinar options
USD$120.00
The North U Performance Racing Clinics February 2–6 and March 2–6, 2022 This page is for paying any balance due for those who have paid a deposit. The February Clinic has one opening as a sailor switched to March. Click here to sign up for March where a few spaces still remain. Balance Due for North U Performance Racing Clinics at the St. Thomas. February Clinic: Balance Now Due. March Clinic: Balance Due by January 6. You can still add Bill's Trim and Tactics books with FREE shipping (US only) (for yourself or as a GIFT!...). Full clinic info follows below. COVID Vaccination is REQUIRED
NEW Program! Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at the North U On-Demand Trim Webinar. Boat Speed and Racing Trim Webinar NOW On-Demand : – An eight hour course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Sign up for single sessions or the full series – Available On-Demand on your schedule – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like – Subscribe for the Full Series and Receive a Full Year of access – Introductory Sale: Save $40 Curriculum – Two x two hour sessions with the latest in upwind trim and performance in all condition - A full two hours on Symmetric Spinnaker Trim - A full two hours on Asymmetric Trim plus Jib & Main Downwind – North U Trim book available for purchase with the webinar Sign Up NOW @ ASA. Use Coupon NORTHU2020 and Save!
USD$160.00
It takes more than great boat speed to win races. You need strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Webinar you'll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. – A Four Session Course lead by North U Director Bill Gladstone – 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On-Demand on your schedule - These are recordings of the live webinars – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like SUMMMER SALE
USD$120.00
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone Kindle Edition The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics now available as a Kindle Book. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library, the Kindle Book comes in three volumes: I. Starting. II. Upwind and III. Downwind & Mark Rounding Special Introductory Price: Get all 3 Volumes for just $29.97!
USD$29.97
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics takes you all the way around the course. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library. A great gift - order copies for your crew! Link to the Kindle edition...
USD$29.00
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, May 6, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Flathead Yacht Club Seminar Location TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 29; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – A portion of the proceeds will go to Community Sailing of Colorado – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Sunday, March 12, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: Grapevine Sailing Club Scottʼs Landing Marina 2500 Oak Grove Loop, Grapevine, TX 76051 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Lead by North U’s Andrew Kerr. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: South Shore Yacht Club 2300 E Nock St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Sunday, March 19; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Click here to check the full list of dates and locations – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There’s a Trim Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the previous day - Saturday, March 18. Click here for full info. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Saturday, March 18th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There's also a Tactics Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the next day - Sunday, March 19. Click here for details RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Sunday, April 30th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Eugene Yacht Club 26126 Bangs Road, Junction City, OR 97448 Registration fee includes a pizza lunch. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
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Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U ASA Sail Trim Seminar. Even if you never race you'll learn how to trim your sails for better speed, balance, and control. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends ever time you sail. See the full description and outline below. Click here for the full schedule and registration info..
It takes more than great boat speed to win races. Victory requires strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Seminar you'll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. - - Click here to check the full list of dates and locations - - Register now, and be sure to bring your crew so you're all on the same page. North U Risk Free Registration - Full Refund if you cancel.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Anne Arundel Community College ROOM: Florestano 101 101 College Parkway Arnold, MD 21012 410-647-7100 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. Daylight Savings Time Begins! Don't forget to set your clocks ahead Saturday night, March 9th for Daylight Savings Time to begin on Sunday, March 10th! We would not want you to miss any of the seminar! For this location lunch is optional. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Sunday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. Hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sailing Team! University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 3210 N. Maryland Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53211 Seminar Location: Lubar School of Business Room: N-146 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. You will be on your own for lunch. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. DePaul University Lincoln Park Campus 2320 N. Kenmore Ave. Chicago, IL 60614 (near Fullerton & Halsted) Seminar Location: Schmitt Academic Center Room: SAC-161 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. You will be on your own for lunch. Registration for this location is now closed. We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early for paperwork.
Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at a North U Trim Seminar. And for some of you who Race and Cruise or simply daysail, we will show you how to trim your sails so you get the most out of your boat. One day at a North U Racing Trim Seminar will pay dividends all season long. US Naval Station Officer's Club - Constellation Room 95 Perry Road Newport, RI 02841 401-841-3283 Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category. Special Presentation will be given by Kimo Worthington on New Boats & Projects underway! For this location, lunch is included in the pricing. Registration for this location is now closed.
The waterproof Quick TRIM Guide is designed for onboard use. Sixteen panels provide step-by-step guidance on mainsail and jib trim.
USD$12.00
Performance Racing Trim The most complete book on modern sailing performance To win races you have to sail fast. Performance Racing Trim shows you how. The TRIM book gives complete coverage to upwind and downwind sail trim and boat handling, including mainsail and genoa trim, helming and the trim and handling of both conventional and asymmetric spinnakers.
USD$29.00
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 15th, 2023 – A day-long course led by a North U Instructor Geoff Moore – Starting Tactics to get a good start every time – Upwind Tactics to hit the shifts and sail in clear air - Downwind Tactics for spinnaker and non-spinnaker racing – Mark Rounding and Finishing Tactics Location: Nepean Yacht Club 3259 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel *Charges are processed in US$. Given vagaries of exchange rates your charges in CDN$ will vary slightly from the amounts listed here.
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, March 25; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Todd Berman will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: North Sails 1 Maritime Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Bill Gladstone – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Sails Steelpointe Harbor 837 Seaview Ave, Brigdeport, CT 06607 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
April 17-21, 2023 Lake Travis, Austin YC, Austin TX
-Jeff R.
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, May 6, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Flathead Yacht Club Seminar Location TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 29; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – A portion of the proceeds will go to Community Sailing of Colorado – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Sunday, March 12, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: Grapevine Sailing Club Scottʼs Landing Marina 2500 Oak Grove Loop, Grapevine, TX 76051 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Lead by North U’s Andrew Kerr. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: South Shore Yacht Club 2300 E Nock St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Sunday, March 19; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Click here to check the full list of dates and locations – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There’s a Trim Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the previous day - Saturday, March 18. Click here for full info. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Saturday, March 18th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There's also a Tactics Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the next day - Sunday, March 19. Click here for details RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Sunday, April 30th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Eugene Yacht Club 26126 Bangs Road, Junction City, OR 97448 Registration fee includes a pizza lunch. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 15th, 2023 – A day-long course led by a North U Instructor Geoff Moore – Starting Tactics to get a good start every time – Upwind Tactics to hit the shifts and sail in clear air - Downwind Tactics for spinnaker and non-spinnaker racing – Mark Rounding and Finishing Tactics Location: Nepean Yacht Club 3259 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel *Charges are processed in US$. Given vagaries of exchange rates your charges in CDN$ will vary slightly from the amounts listed here.
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, March 25; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Todd Berman will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: North Sails 1 Maritime Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Dave Perry's Advanced Tactics and Decision Making Webinar Sailboat racing is complicated. You need strong tactics to win races. At a North U Advanced Tactics Webinar you'll learn how to make better tactical decisions. Advanced Tactics Webinar: – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry – Now available On-Demand – Recordings of earlier live webinars Course Topics Session 1 – Upwind Session 2 – Downwind Session 3 – Marks Session 4 – Starts Click Here to see Live Webinar options
USD$120.00
It takes more than great boat speed to win races. You need strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Webinar you'll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. – A Four Session Course lead by North U Director Bill Gladstone – 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On-Demand on your schedule - These are recordings of the live webinars – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like SUMMMER SALE
USD$120.00
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone Kindle Edition The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics now available as a Kindle Book. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library, the Kindle Book comes in three volumes: I. Starting. II. Upwind and III. Downwind & Mark Rounding Special Introductory Price: Get all 3 Volumes for just $29.97!
USD$29.97
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics takes you all the way around the course. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library. A great gift - order copies for your crew! Link to the Kindle edition...
USD$29.00
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 29; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – A portion of the proceeds will go to Community Sailing of Colorado – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Sunday, March 19; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Click here to check the full list of dates and locations – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There’s a Trim Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the previous day - Saturday, March 18. Click here for full info. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Dave Perry's Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand Tactics are dictated by the Rules. You'll learn how the rules create rights, obligations, and opportunities. Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry Course Topics Session 1 – Rules & Tactics on the Upwind Legs Session 2 – Rules & Tactics on the Downwind Legs Session 3 – Rules & Tactics at the Marks Session 4 – Rules & Tactics at the Starts
USD$120.00
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 15th, 2023 – A day-long course led by a North U Instructor Geoff Moore – Starting Tactics to get a good start every time – Upwind Tactics to hit the shifts and sail in clear air - Downwind Tactics for spinnaker and non-spinnaker racing – Mark Rounding and Finishing Tactics Location: Nepean Yacht Club 3259 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel *Charges are processed in US$. Given vagaries of exchange rates your charges in CDN$ will vary slightly from the amounts listed here.
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, March 25; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Todd Berman will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: North Sails 1 Maritime Drive, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Bill Gladstone – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Sails Steelpointe Harbor 837 Seaview Ave, Brigdeport, CT 06607 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Dave Perry's Advanced Tactics and Decision Making Webinar Sailboat racing is complicated. You need strong tactics to win races. At a North U Advanced Tactics Webinar you'll learn how to make better tactical decisions. Advanced Tactics Webinar: – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry – Now available On-Demand – Recordings of earlier live webinars Course Topics Session 1 – Upwind Session 2 – Downwind Session 3 – Marks Session 4 – Starts Click Here to see Live Webinar options
USD$120.00
NEW Program! Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at the North U On-Demand Trim Webinar. Boat Speed and Racing Trim Webinar NOW On-Demand : – An eight hour course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Sign up for single sessions or the full series – Available On-Demand on your schedule – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like – Subscribe for the Full Series and Receive a Full Year of access – Introductory Sale: Save $40 Curriculum – Two x two hour sessions with the latest in upwind trim and performance in all condition - A full two hours on Symmetric Spinnaker Trim - A full two hours on Asymmetric Trim plus Jib & Main Downwind – North U Trim book available for purchase with the webinar Sign Up NOW @ ASA. Use Coupon NORTHU2020 and Save!
USD$160.00
It takes more than great boat speed to win races. You need strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Webinar you'll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. – A Four Session Course lead by North U Director Bill Gladstone – 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On-Demand on your schedule - These are recordings of the live webinars – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like SUMMMER SALE
USD$120.00
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, May 6, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Flathead Yacht Club Seminar Location TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Saturday, April 29; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – A portion of the proceeds will go to Community Sailing of Colorado – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Sunday, March 12, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: Grapevine Sailing Club Scottʼs Landing Marina 2500 Oak Grove Loop, Grapevine, TX 76051 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Lead by North U’s Andrew Kerr. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: South Shore Yacht Club 2300 E Nock St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
It takes more than speed to win races. The North U Tactics Seminar teaches the strategy and tactics you need to turn your speed into a podium finish. Starts, upwind, downwind, mark rounding: With top instructors and refined curriculum you'll learn techniques to improve your game all the way around the course. – Sunday, March 19; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – North U’s Andrew Kerr will lead the seminar – The latest in racing strategy, tactics, and rules. – Strategic planning for wind shifts and current. – Tactics to keep you in control. – Rules so you know your rights and obligations. – Click here to check the full list of dates and locations – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – Sign Up NOW. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There’s a Trim Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the previous day - Saturday, March 18. Click here for full info. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Saturday, March 18th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There's also a Tactics Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the next day - Sunday, March 19. Click here for details RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Sunday, April 30th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Eugene Yacht Club 26126 Bangs Road, Junction City, OR 97448 Registration fee includes a pizza lunch. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Bill Gladstone – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Sails Steelpointe Harbor 837 Seaview Ave, Brigdeport, CT 06607 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
NEW Program! Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at the North U On-Demand Trim Webinar. Boat Speed and Racing Trim Webinar NOW On-Demand : – An eight hour course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Sign up for single sessions or the full series – Available On-Demand on your schedule – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like – Subscribe for the Full Series and Receive a Full Year of access – Introductory Sale: Save $40 Curriculum – Two x two hour sessions with the latest in upwind trim and performance in all condition - A full two hours on Symmetric Spinnaker Trim - A full two hours on Asymmetric Trim plus Jib & Main Downwind – North U Trim book available for purchase with the webinar Sign Up NOW @ ASA. Use Coupon NORTHU2020 and Save!
USD$160.00
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, May 6, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: North Flathead Yacht Club Seminar Location TBA RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Sunday, March 12, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Led by North U’s Andrew Kerr – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. Location: Grapevine Sailing Club Scottʼs Landing Marina 2500 Oak Grove Loop, Grapevine, TX 76051 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Saturday, February 25, 2023 – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) – Lead by North U’s Andrew Kerr. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: South Shore Yacht Club 2300 E Nock St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Saturday, March 18th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Bellingham Yacht Club 2625 S Harbor Loop Dr, Bellingham, WA 98225 There's also a Tactics Seminar at Bellingham Yacht Club the next day - Sunday, March 19. Click here for details RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
Bicycles Bobsleds Sailboats. No matter what you race, you have to be fast to win. If you race sailboats then the North U Sail Trim and Boat Speed Seminar is for you. We teach the skills you need to move from mid-fleet to podium. Get your speed boost at a North U Trim Seminar – You are so close. – Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) with North U’s Andrew Kerr. – Sunday, April 30th, 2023. – The latest in Upwind Trim and performance in all conditions. – Symmetric and Asymmetric Spinnaker Trim for better speed and control. – Jib and Main Reaching and Running tips and tricks. – Access the North U Upwind Sail Trim Simulator for home study and review. It’s the same Simulator we use to teach the course. – North U Trim book available at a discount! – Risk Free Pre-Registration. Full refund if you cancel. – With North U Seminar Leader Andrew Kerr. Location: Eugene Yacht Club 26126 Bangs Road, Junction City, OR 97448 Registration fee includes a pizza lunch. RISK FREE Registration - FULL Refund if you cancel
The waterproof Quick TRIM Guide is designed for onboard use. Sixteen panels provide step-by-step guidance on mainsail and jib trim.
USD$12.00
Performance Racing Trim The most complete book on modern sailing performance To win races you have to sail fast. Performance Racing Trim shows you how. The TRIM book gives complete coverage to upwind and downwind sail trim and boat handling, including mainsail and genoa trim, helming and the trim and handling of both conventional and asymmetric spinnakers.
USD$29.00
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
April 17-21, 2023 Lake Travis, Austin YC, Austin TX
-Jeff R.
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
April 17-21, 2023 Lake Travis, Austin YC, Austin TX
-Jeff R.
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
April 17-21, 2023 Lake Travis, Austin YC, Austin TX
-Jeff R.
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
April 17-21, 2023 Lake Travis, Austin YC, Austin TX
-Jeff R.
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
The North U Performance Racing Clinics February 2–6 and March 2–6, 2022 This page is for paying any balance due for those who have paid a deposit. The February Clinic has one opening as a sailor switched to March. Click here to sign up for March where a few spaces still remain. Balance Due for North U Performance Racing Clinics at the St. Thomas. February Clinic: Balance Now Due. March Clinic: Balance Due by January 6. You can still add Bill's Trim and Tactics books with FREE shipping (US only) (for yourself or as a GIFT!...). Full clinic info follows below. COVID Vaccination is REQUIRED
Cruising and Seamanship draws on a broad and ever changing mix of skills. Over time there have been changes and improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. Learn the latest in Cruising and Seamanship skills at the NorthU Cruising and Seamanship Webinar On-Demand.
Cruising and Seamanship Webinar: – A Four Session Course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Special appearance by meteorologist Chris Bedford – 4 x 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On Demand to View, Review, Revisit Recordings as often as you like – Program is a recording of a live webinar series Curriculum – Upwind Trim for speed, balance, comfort, and control – Downwind and Reaching under Jib and Main, Gennaker, or Spinnaker – Marine Weather, Heavy Weather Sailing, and Safety – Navigation, Night Sailing, Cruise Planning, and Seamanship – North U Advanced Cruising and Seamanship book available by mail On Sale NOW Regular Price
NEW Program! Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at the North U On-Demand Trim Webinar. Boat Speed and Racing Trim Webinar NOW On-Demand : – An eight hour course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Sign up for single sessions or the full series – Available On-Demand on your schedule – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like – Subscribe for the Full Series and Receive a Full Year of access – Introductory Sale: Save $40 Curriculum – Two x two hour sessions with the latest in upwind trim and performance in all condition - A full two hours on Symmetric Spinnaker Trim - A full two hours on Asymmetric Trim plus Jib & Main Downwind – North U Trim book available for purchase with the webinar Sign Up NOW @ ASA. Use Coupon NORTHU2020 and Save!
USD$160.00
Dave Perry's Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand Tactics are dictated by the Rules. You'll learn how the rules create rights, obligations, and opportunities. Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry Course Topics Session 1 – Rules & Tactics on the Upwind Legs Session 2 – Rules & Tactics on the Downwind Legs Session 3 – Rules & Tactics at the Marks Session 4 – Rules & Tactics at the Starts
USD$120.00
The information age is hitting sailing full force. Today's top racers use on-board computers to optimize racing strategy and boat performance on the fly (while also compiling data for later analysis). Blue Water and Coastal cruisers use routing software to optimize route and departure planning. Now you too can use Expedition. Your purchase includes a full software license and access to Peter Isler's Expedition 101 software training webinar. The Expedition webinar introduces you to all of Expedition's Navigation, Weather GRIBs, Routing, Strategy and Performance features for distance racing, passage-making, and round the buoys racing. For easiest access to this webinar be sure to create an account with login name and password at checkout. Please check your email after purchase to begin your webinar. If you do not receive an email within 30 minutes, check your spam folder or contact us at 203/245-0727 or Info@northu.com
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Women's Performance Race Week®! March 27-31, 2023 St Petersburg Sailing Center, St Petersburg FL North U's Performance Racing Week offers five days to develop and hone your racing skills with a combination of onboard coaching, seminars and video review. The clinic concludes with a championship regatta.
April 17-21, 2023 Lake Travis, Austin YC, Austin TX
-Jeff R.
The North U Performance Race Weeks are FEBRUARY 6-10 and MARCH 6-10, 2023
-Jamey
Cruising and Seamanship draws on a broad and ever changing mix of skills. Over time there have been changes and improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. Learn the latest in Cruising and Seamanship skills at the NorthU Cruising and Seamanship Webinar On-Demand.
Cruising and Seamanship Webinar: – A Four Session Course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Special appearance by meteorologist Chris Bedford – 4 x 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On Demand to View, Review, Revisit Recordings as often as you like – Program is a recording of a live webinar series Curriculum – Upwind Trim for speed, balance, comfort, and control – Downwind and Reaching under Jib and Main, Gennaker, or Spinnaker – Marine Weather, Heavy Weather Sailing, and Safety – Navigation, Night Sailing, Cruise Planning, and Seamanship – North U Advanced Cruising and Seamanship book available by mail On Sale NOW Regular Price
NEW Program! Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at the North U On-Demand Trim Webinar. Boat Speed and Racing Trim Webinar NOW On-Demand : – An eight hour course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Sign up for single sessions or the full series – Available On-Demand on your schedule – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like – Subscribe for the Full Series and Receive a Full Year of access – Introductory Sale: Save $40 Curriculum – Two x two hour sessions with the latest in upwind trim and performance in all condition - A full two hours on Symmetric Spinnaker Trim - A full two hours on Asymmetric Trim plus Jib & Main Downwind – North U Trim book available for purchase with the webinar Sign Up NOW @ ASA. Use Coupon NORTHU2020 and Save!
USD$160.00
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics takes you all the way around the course. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library. A great gift - order copies for your crew! Link to the Kindle edition...
USD$29.00
Performance Racing Trim The most complete book on modern sailing performance To win races you have to sail fast. Performance Racing Trim shows you how. The TRIM book gives complete coverage to upwind and downwind sail trim and boat handling, including mainsail and genoa trim, helming and the trim and handling of both conventional and asymmetric spinnakers.
USD$29.00
Dave Perry's Advanced Tactics and Decision Making Webinar Sailboat racing is complicated. You need strong tactics to win races. At a North U Advanced Tactics Webinar you'll learn how to make better tactical decisions. Advanced Tactics Webinar: – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry – Now available On-Demand – Recordings of earlier live webinars Course Topics Session 1 – Upwind Session 2 – Downwind Session 3 – Marks Session 4 – Starts Click Here to see Live Webinar options
USD$120.00
Cruising and Seamanship draws on a broad and ever changing mix of skills. Over time there have been changes and improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. Learn the latest in Cruising and Seamanship skills at the NorthU Cruising and Seamanship Webinar On-Demand.
Cruising and Seamanship Webinar: – A Four Session Course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Special appearance by meteorologist Chris Bedford – 4 x 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On Demand to View, Review, Revisit Recordings as often as you like – Program is a recording of a live webinar series Curriculum – Upwind Trim for speed, balance, comfort, and control – Downwind and Reaching under Jib and Main, Gennaker, or Spinnaker – Marine Weather, Heavy Weather Sailing, and Safety – Navigation, Night Sailing, Cruise Planning, and Seamanship – North U Advanced Cruising and Seamanship book available by mail On Sale NOW Regular Price
NEW Program! Speed wins races. The difference between mid-fleet and podium is just a couple percent. Get the critical increment of Fast at the North U On-Demand Trim Webinar. Boat Speed and Racing Trim Webinar NOW On-Demand : – An eight hour course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Sign up for single sessions or the full series – Available On-Demand on your schedule – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like – Subscribe for the Full Series and Receive a Full Year of access – Introductory Sale: Save $40 Curriculum – Two x two hour sessions with the latest in upwind trim and performance in all condition - A full two hours on Symmetric Spinnaker Trim - A full two hours on Asymmetric Trim plus Jib & Main Downwind – North U Trim book available for purchase with the webinar Sign Up NOW @ ASA. Use Coupon NORTHU2020 and Save!
USD$160.00
It takes more than great boat speed to win races. You need strong tactics and great boat speed. At a North U Tactics Webinar you'll learn the essentials of Racing Strategy, Tactics, and Rules. – A Four Session Course lead by North U Director Bill Gladstone – 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On-Demand on your schedule - These are recordings of the live webinars – View, Review, Revisit as often as you like SUMMMER SALE
USD$120.00
Dave Perry's Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand Tactics are dictated by the Rules. You'll learn how the rules create rights, obligations, and opportunities. Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry Course Topics Session 1 – Rules & Tactics on the Upwind Legs Session 2 – Rules & Tactics on the Downwind Legs Session 3 – Rules & Tactics at the Marks Session 4 – Rules & Tactics at the Starts
USD$120.00
The information age is hitting sailing full force. Today's top racers use on-board computers to optimize racing strategy and boat performance on the fly (while also compiling data for later analysis). Blue Water and Coastal cruisers use routing software to optimize route and departure planning. Now you too can use Expedition. Your purchase includes a full software license and access to Peter Isler's Expedition 101 software training webinar. The Expedition webinar introduces you to all of Expedition's Navigation, Weather GRIBs, Routing, Strategy and Performance features for distance racing, passage-making, and round the buoys racing. For easiest access to this webinar be sure to create an account with login name and password at checkout. Please check your email after purchase to begin your webinar. If you do not receive an email within 30 minutes, check your spam folder or contact us at 203/245-0727 or Info@northu.com
Cruising and Seamanship draws on a broad and ever changing mix of skills. Over time there have been changes and improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. Learn the latest in Cruising and Seamanship skills at the NorthU Cruising and Seamanship Webinar On-Demand.
Cruising and Seamanship Webinar: – A Four Session Course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Special appearance by meteorologist Chris Bedford – 4 x 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On Demand to View, Review, Revisit Recordings as often as you like – Program is a recording of a live webinar series Curriculum – Upwind Trim for speed, balance, comfort, and control – Downwind and Reaching under Jib and Main, Gennaker, or Spinnaker – Marine Weather, Heavy Weather Sailing, and Safety – Navigation, Night Sailing, Cruise Planning, and Seamanship – North U Advanced Cruising and Seamanship book available by mail On Sale NOW Regular Price
Much has changed since the first edition of the Cruising & Seamanship Workbook. There have been improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. What has not changed is the role of the sailor to assure a safe, enjoyable passage. Learn the latest in Cruising & Seamanship skills with the all new 4th edition Advanced Cruising and Seamanship by Bill Gladstone.
USD$39.95
Cruising and Seamanship draws on a broad and ever changing mix of skills. Over time there have been changes and improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. Learn the latest in Cruising and Seamanship skills at the NorthU Cruising and Seamanship Webinar On-Demand.
Cruising and Seamanship Webinar: – A Four Session Course led by North U Director Bill Gladstone – Special appearance by meteorologist Chris Bedford – 4 x 2 hour sessions, 8 hours total – Available On Demand to View, Review, Revisit Recordings as often as you like – Program is a recording of a live webinar series Curriculum – Upwind Trim for speed, balance, comfort, and control – Downwind and Reaching under Jib and Main, Gennaker, or Spinnaker – Marine Weather, Heavy Weather Sailing, and Safety – Navigation, Night Sailing, Cruise Planning, and Seamanship – North U Advanced Cruising and Seamanship book available by mail On Sale NOW Regular Price
Much has changed since the first edition of the Cruising & Seamanship Workbook. There have been improvements in sails, boats, and gear; and of course a revolution in electronics and navigation. What has not changed is the role of the sailor to assure a safe, enjoyable passage. Learn the latest in Cruising & Seamanship skills with the all new 4th edition Advanced Cruising and Seamanship by Bill Gladstone.
USD$39.95
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone Kindle Edition The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics now available as a Kindle Book. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library, the Kindle Book comes in three volumes: I. Starting. II. Upwind and III. Downwind & Mark Rounding Special Introductory Price: Get all 3 Volumes for just $29.97!
USD$29.97
Performance Racing Tactics by Bill Gladstone The most complete book on modern racing tactics, Performance Racing Tactics takes you all the way around the course. The seventh edition covers tactics, rules, weather, and strategy in 180 information-packed pages. The fast moving, easy to follow format is accessible to all readers. Rules are covered the way you use them - (ie upwind rules as part of upwind tactics). The content offers complete information for neophytes and insights which grab the attention of the saltiest dog. Quizzes and skill building sections show how to develop a race winning approach. An essential part of any racing sailors library. A great gift - order copies for your crew! Link to the Kindle edition...
USD$29.00
The waterproof Quick TRIM Guide is designed for onboard use. Sixteen panels provide step-by-step guidance on mainsail and jib trim.
USD$12.00
Performance Racing Trim The most complete book on modern sailing performance To win races you have to sail fast. Performance Racing Trim shows you how. The TRIM book gives complete coverage to upwind and downwind sail trim and boat handling, including mainsail and genoa trim, helming and the trim and handling of both conventional and asymmetric spinnakers.
USD$29.00
Dave Perry's Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand Tactics are dictated by the Rules. You'll learn how the rules create rights, obligations, and opportunities. Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry Course Topics Session 1 – Rules & Tactics on the Upwind Legs Session 2 – Rules & Tactics on the Downwind Legs Session 3 – Rules & Tactics at the Marks Session 4 – Rules & Tactics at the Starts
USD$120.00
Dave Perry's Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand Tactics are dictated by the Rules. You'll learn how the rules create rights, obligations, and opportunities. Rules as Tactical Tools - On Demand – A Four-Session Course led by Dave Perry Course Topics Session 1 – Rules & Tactics on the Upwind Legs Session 2 – Rules & Tactics on the Downwind Legs Session 3 – Rules & Tactics at the Marks Session 4 – Rules & Tactics at the Starts
USD$120.00
The information age is hitting sailing full force. Today's top racers use on-board computers to optimize racing strategy and boat performance on the fly (while also compiling data for later analysis). Blue Water and Coastal cruisers use routing software to optimize route and departure planning. Now you too can use Expedition. Your purchase includes a full software license and access to Peter Isler's Expedition 101 software training webinar. The Expedition webinar introduces you to all of Expedition's Navigation, Weather GRIBs, Routing, Strategy and Performance features for distance racing, passage-making, and round the buoys racing. For easiest access to this webinar be sure to create an account with login name and password at checkout. Please check your email after purchase to begin your webinar. If you do not receive an email within 30 minutes, check your spam folder or contact us at 203/245-0727 or Info@northu.com
Bill is the Director of North U and author of the North U Racing Trim, North U Racing Tactics, and North U Cruising and Seamanship books and discs. In addition, Bill is a collaborator in the creation of the Rules and Match Racing programs and materials.
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Bill is the Director of North U and author of the North U Racing Trim, North U Racing Tactics, and North U Cruising and Seamanship books and discs. In addition, Bill is a collaborator in the creation of the Rules and Match Racing programs and materials.
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Todd Berman's sailing experience spans boats ranging from dinghies to maxis. After a successful collegiate sailing career, Todd pursued sailing racing aboard dinghies and J24s in the early 80s then progressing to IOR, IMS and IRC 50 footers. Todd worked in the Sail making industry from 1987 to 1992.
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