Information

WIND Youth Clinic, July 8-10

All applicants must fill out the online registration form and complete a Clinic Registration/Application Form for both skipper and crew.

WIND Youth Regatta, July 11-12

Coach: Brett Davis

Brett Davis coaches elite-level youths and Olympic-caliber sailors who are highly motivated and goal-oriented.
He is known for his patient, productive and skillful coaching style, which is crucial for developing sailors, both on and off the water. An excellent role model to the young sailors he coaches, Davis was awarded the 2008 Developmental Coach of the Year by US Sailing for his work with the US Sailing Team. Brett is an accomplished Laser sailor and his accomplishments include US Youth Single Handed Champion, Collegiate All-American at Harvard, 5 time member US Sailing Team, and 3rd at US Olympic Laser Trials.

Coach: Ben Glass

Ben Glass is Head Coach of the Seattle Yacht Club Racing Team and was recently recognized by US Sailing as the Developmental Coach of the Year for 2007. A product of Northwest Youth Racing himself, Ben is an accomplished skiff sailor and match racer who has coached at all levels of the sport from junior sailing programs to the US Olympic Team Trials.

Coach: Luis Horacio Cantu

Argentine coach Luis Cantu started his successful sailing career at 6 years of age in the Optimist Class and by 15 had moved to Lasers. Now 28, he continues his winning performances, most recently taking 2nd at the 2009 Central and South American Laser Radial Championships. In addition to the Laser, Luis is accomplished in the Snipe, Sunfish and 29er classes.

2009 WIND Youth Clinic & Regatta

"Creating Future Generations of Champions"

July 8-12, 2009

WIND is a comprehensive training clinic for young sailors ages 13-18. Coached by an accomplished staff of champion sailors, this immersion program will focus on performance sail trim, tactics and boat-handling in classroom and on the water sessions. Coaches will also familiarize sailors with the ins and outs of pursuing a National or Olympic campaign, including time management, money, travel and personal commitment.

Participation is open to Laser, Laser Radial, Laser 4.7, 420, Vanguard 15 and 29er sailors. Laser sailors may bring interchangeable rigs for different wind conditions. Charters are available. Participants must be members of either US Sailing or the Canadian Yachting Association, and must submit a sailing resume before the event. Coaches review all resumes and tailor the event to the ability of the participants. Meals and refreshments will be provided for the participants.

Please note: All youth sailors must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone.

Venue

The clinic is held in the Marine Park at Cascade Locks, Oregon, in the heart of the famous Columbia River Gorge. Cascade Locks presents a spectacular venue with steady winds, warm conditions, and plenty to do on and off the water. Families can enjoy hiking, biking, windsurfing, golf, or they can tour the towns in the area. Accommodations of all sorts are available, including camping within walking distance, or plenty of comfortable hotels. The Gorge is truly a great adventure for all.

Daily Schedule

Every day will begin at the beach. Sunscreen is a must!

0800-0830:	Calisthenics & stretching
0830-0930:	Rig and prepare for sailing
0930-1130:	On-the-water drills (coaches’ choice)
1130-1330:	Lunch & chalk talk on the beach
1330-1530:	On-the-water drills (coaches’ choice)
1530-1730:	Return to beach and unrig boats. Chalk talk on the beach.
1730-1830:	Move to dinner area, unwind.
1830:	Dinner at Marine Park. After dinner discussion & debrief.

Friday’s session ends at 1600. Plan for dinner on your own with parents or chaperone (and prepare for WIND Regatta on Saturday & Sunday!)

All times are approximate and may change; however, start time is fixed. Be there promptly!

How to Register:

To register for the WIND Clinic, go to online registration.

In addition to online registration, all applicants must complete and return a Clinic Registration/Application Form.

Separate registration is required for the WIND Youth Regatta which is part of the 2009 NW Youth Circuit. Follow this link to the Notice of Race.

To register for the WIND Regatta, visit online registration.

Applications must be received by July 3, 2009.

Charters:

Charter boats are available through West Coast Sailing. New charter boats (inc. spars and blades) are available for $150 per day or $550 for a 4-day package (come early, stay late for an extra day of fantastic Gorge sailing!). Some used charter boats may be available (inquire with George at West Coast Sailing if interested).

Visitor Information:

Cascade Locks is located in the heart of the beautiful Columbia River Gorge, 45 minutes east of Portland International Airport on Interstate 84. Cascade Locks and surrounding communities have a wide range of accommodations from camping to four-star resort hotels (see visitor information).