Learn the Racing Rules 2024

Your Learn the Racing Rules with David Dellenbaugh subscription is really three items in one.
Your one year subscription includes:
• Unlimited access to Dave’s outstanding online rules program
• Two Recorded Rules Webinars with Dave where he goes beyond the online program.
• Periodic Live Rules Update and Discussion Sessions with Dave.

USD$120.00

Expedition Polars and Sail Charts Webinar

This session focuses on the creation and modification to polar files and sail chart files used in Expedition. Both files are crucial to our racing strategy and they usually start out pretty rough and can get very honed over time. Presented live in one three-hour session or at your own pace on-demand.

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 NorthU@NorthSails.com

USD$129.00

Expedition Weather and Routing Webinar

In this 3 hour program Peter Isler delves into two of Expedition’s most valuable and powerful tools: Expedition’s Weather and Route Optimization features.

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 NorthU@NorthSails.com

USD$129.00

Instrument Tuning and Optimization Webinar

This module covers the theory behind instrument setup, and the how to’s of calibration and fine-tuning.

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 NorthU@NorthSails.com

USD$129.00

North U Tactics Kindle Edition

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

North U Racing Tactics

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

/ On Demand: Anytime | Anywhere

Racing Tactics On Demand

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

Advanced Tactics On Demand

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

North U Racing Trim

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

Quick Trim Guide

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

March 02, 2019 / Newport, RI

Newport, RI

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.

 

March 02, 2019 / Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

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.

 

March 03, 2019 / Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee, WI

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.

March 10, 2019 / Annapolis, MD

Annapolis, MD

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.

January 01, 2020

ASA Sail Trim Seminars

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..

February 09, 2020 / Redwood City, CA

Redwood City, CA

Tactics Seminar
Sunday, February 9
9:00am – 4:00pm

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.

Sequoia Yacht Club
441 Seaport Court
Redwood City, CA  94063

Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.
For this location lunch is included.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

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 Sunday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.

February 23, 2020 / Denver, CO

Denver, CO

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.

February 29, 2020 / San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, February 29
9:00am – 4:00pm

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.

Berkeley Yacht Club
One Seawall Drive
Berkeley, CA  94710

Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.
For this location lunch is included.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

 

February 29, 2020 / Newport, RI

Newport, RI

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, February 29
9:00am – 4:00pm

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.

Sail Newport
72 Fort Adams Drive
Newport, RI 02840
For this location lunch is optional,

Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.
For this location lunch is included.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

This event is sold out.

Please call 800-347-2457 to be put on a wait list.
Also, please consider one of our many other New England locations.

March 07, 2020 / Annapolis, MD

Annapolis, MD

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, March 7
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

Anne Arundel Community College
West Campus – Florestano 101
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD 21012
For this location lunch is optional,

Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.
For this location lunch is optional.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

Registration for this location is now closed.   We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.

March 07, 2020 / Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee, WI

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, March 7
9:00 – 4:00pm

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:
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.

March 07, 2020 / Park City, UT

Park City, UT

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, March 7
9:00am – 4:00pm

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 Park City Sailing at:
Jeremy Ranch Golf Club
8770 N. Jeremy Road
Park City, UT 84098
435-649-2700

Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

For this location lunch is included.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

Registration for this location is now closed.   We will be accepting walk-ins on Saturday morning. Please arrive early to complete paperwork.

 

March 15, 2020 / Boston, MA

Boston, MA

Tactics Seminar
Sunday, March 15
9:00 – 4:00pm

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 MIT Sailing Team!

MIT Building Location
The Simons Building – Alberto P. Calderon Classroom
Building 2; Room 190
182 Memorial Drive (Rear)
Cambridge, MA 02142

Curriculum is the same for all participants.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

<<ALERT>>
THE SEMINAR TO BE HELD AT MIT HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE SCHOOL DUE TO THE COVID 19 OUTBREAK.

March 15, 2020 / Grapevine, TX

Grapevine, TX

Tactics Seminar
Sunday, March 15
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

Grapevine Sailing Club
Scott’s Landing Marina
2500 Oak Grove Loop South
Grapevine, TX  76051
702-239-5106

Curriculum is the same for all participants.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

March 21, 2020 / Long Beach, CA

Long Beach, CA

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, March 21
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

Long Beach Yacht Club
6201 Appian Way
Long Beach, CA 90803

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.

Curriculum is the same for all participants.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

<<ALERT>>:
THE SEMINAR TO BE HELD AT LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB  HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID 19 OUTBREAK.

March 21, 2020 / Raritan Bay (Staten Island)

Raritan Bay (Staten Island)

Trim Seminar
Saturday, March 21
9:00 – 4:00pm

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
Richmond County Yacht Club
142 Mansion Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10308
718-356-4120

Curriculum is the same for all participants. Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

For this location, lunch is included.

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).

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March 21, 2020 / Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, March 21
9:00 – 4:00pm

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 North Sails Chicago at:

DePaul University
Lincoln Park Campus
2320 N. Kenmore Avenue
Chicago, IL  60614
(near Fullerton & Halsted)
Seminar Location:  Schmitt Academic Center
Room:  SAC-161

Curriculum is the same for all participants.
For this location you are on your own for lunch.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

<<ALERT:>>
THE SEMINAR TO BE HELD AT DEPAUL UNIVERSITY HAS BEEN CANCELLED BY THE SCHOOL DUE TO THE COVID 19 OUTBREAK.

March 22, 2020 / Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA

Tactics Seminar
Sunday, March 22
9:00 – 4:00pm

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 North Sails Seattle & Seattle Yacht Club!

Seattle Yacht Club
1807 East Hamlin Street
Seattle, WA 98112
206-325-1000

Curriculum is the same for all participants.  Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

For this location lunch is included.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

March 28, 2020 / Eugene, OR

Eugene, OR

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, March 28
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

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.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

<<ALERT>>:
THE SEMINAR TO BE HELD AT EUGENE YACHT CLUB  HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID 19 OUTBREAK.

March 29, 2020 / Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

Tactics Seminar
Sunday, March 29
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

Lakeshore Yacht Club
76 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive
Etobicoke, ON M8V 4B7
416-255-3701

Check in:  8:30 am
Seminar 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Directions

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, including lunch, will be subject to applicable taxes.

Curriculum is the same for all participants.  Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

 

THE SEMINAR TO BE HELD AT LAKE SHORE YACHT CLUB  HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID 19 OUTBREAK.

April 04, 2020 / Ottawa, ON

Ottawa, ON

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, April 4
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

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

Directions

For this location, lunch is included in the pricing.

Member – $125+HST= 141.25 CDN
Skipper – $145+HST= 163.85 CDN
Crew –  $125+HST= 141.25 CDN
Junior – $80+HST= 90.40 CDN

Additional add on items will be subject to applicable taxes.

Curriculum is the same for all participants.  Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

April 04, 2020 / Erie, PA

Erie, PA

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, April 4
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

THE SEMINAR TO BE HELD AT ERIE YACHT CLUB  HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID 19 OUTBREAK.

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
Erie Yacht Club
1  Ravine Drive
Erie, PA 16505
814-453-4931

Curriculum is the same for all participants.  Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

For this location lunch is included.

– 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).

April 05, 2020 / Kingston, ON

Kingston, ON

Tactics Seminar
Sunday, April 5
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

Kingston Yacht Club
1 Maitland Street
Kingston, ON K7L2V3
613-548-3052

Check in:  8:30 am
Seminar 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Directions

For this location, lunch is included in the pricing.

Member – $125+HST= 141.25 CDN
Skipper – $145+HST= 163.85 CDN
Crew –  $125+HST= 141.25 CDN
Junior – $80+HST= 90.40 CDN

Additional add on items will be subject to applicable taxes.

Curriculum is the same for all participants.  Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

April 18, 2020 / Peoria, AZ

Peoria, AZ

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, April 18
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

Tiller and Kites
at Pleasant Harbor Resort, Lake Pleasant
8708 West Harbor Boulevard
Peoria, AZ 85383

Curriculum is the same for all participants.

– Click here to check the full list of dates and locations

PLEASE READ Regarding Optional Items:
USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave).

April 18, 2020 / Vancouver, BC

Vancouver, BC

Tactics Seminar
Saturday, April 18
9:00 – 4:00pm

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.

West Vancouver Yacht Club
(Sailing Centre Building)
5854 Marine Drive
West Vancouver, BC  V7W 2S2
604-921-7575

Check in:  8:30 am
Seminar 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Directions

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.

Curriculum is the same for all participants.  Host Club Members should sign up under Member category.

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USBs are Windows and Mac compatible. The USBs will work with Mac OS Versions through 10.14 (Mojave) but are not 10.15 (Catalina) compliant.

January 04, 2021

Tactics Seminar

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.

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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.

December 01, 2021 / On Demand: Anytime | Anyplace

Sail Trim On Demand

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

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

USD$160.00

February 02, 2022 / St Thomas

St Thomas Balance

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

March 12, 2023 / Grapevine, TX

Trim Seminar Texas

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

March 18, 2023 / Bellingham, WA

Trim Seminar Bellingham

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

March 19, 2023 / Bellingham, WA

Tactics Seminar Bellingham

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

March 25, 2023 / Portsmouth, RI

Tactics Seminar Portsmouth

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

April 15, 2023 / Park City UT

Trim Seminar Park City

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, April 15, 2023
– Full day seminar (9:00 am – 4:00 pm)
– Led by North U’s Mark Laura.

– 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 Mark Laura.

Location:
Park City UT

RISK FREE Registration – FULL Refund if you cancel

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