September Meeting: Beginner Sailor Adventures

Feeling land locked? Wondering how to get out and improve beyond a beginner sailor? Interested in purchasing a boat? Come to our September meeting to hear some inspiration from AYC sailor Luiz Largura! Luiz's presentation will focus on his journey as a recreational sailor, from learning the basics and racing small dinghies to gaining offshore … Continue reading September Meeting: Beginner Sailor Adventures

Powerboat Operators Training

Feature photo by Mike Ferring To support our racing programs and on-the-water events at Lake Pleasant and Tempe Town Lake, AYC needs certified operators for our club powerboats. The AYC Standing Race Committee (RC) is looking for club members who would like to be certified to be a powerboat operator for AYC club owned boats. … Continue reading Powerboat Operators Training

Back to School: Join AYC’s Introduction to Sailboat Racing Class

Written by Mike Ferring and Joanne Aspinall. Feature photo by Joe Motil. It's that time of year again - back to school shopping, school orientations, and nervous kids going to their first day of classes. Do you know what that means? Our racing season is just around the corner! Yikes! Who gets room at the … Continue reading Back to School: Join AYC’s Introduction to Sailboat Racing Class

Kids Find Out That Sailing is Simple

Words and Photos by Mike Ferring The point is clear: Learning to sail is simple. Really simple. We used to make the point every time Maryellen and I led a “Learn to Sail” class. You’ll sail today. You can spend the rest of your life honing your skills. Arizona Sailing Foundation Chief Instructor Craig Taylor … Continue reading Kids Find Out That Sailing is Simple