At Modern Sailing, we are constantly refining our curriculum to ensure our sailors are not just trained, but confident when they hit the starting line. To better prepare you for the fast-paced environment of a Level 1 Race Team, we are excited to announce a strategic update to our racing pathway.
Starting this season, we are merging our two-day Racing Clinic and Asymmetrical Clinic into one unified experience: the 4-Day Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic.
Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic (4-days)
Prerequisite Change: The 4-day Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic plus 4 on-the-water days becomes the mandatory prerequisite for all Level 1 Race Teams starting with the 2026 Summer Series. Learn more in our FAQ section below.
What’s Included: Two days of spinnaker handling (sets, jibes, douses) and two days of racing fundamentals (starts, tactics, and rules).
Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic (4-days)
Days: This 4 Day Clinic will take place on Saturdays and Sundays
Times: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Price: Members $1095 / Non-members $1295
Prerequisites: Sportboat or silver rated + 4 on-the-water days, or equivalent experience
Vessel: J/105
Why the Change?
Previously, the Racing Clinic and Asymmetrical Spinnaker Clinic were separate two-day modules. While valuable, we found that integrating these skills provides a much more realistic racing foundation. By combining tactics, starting-line maneuvers, and spinnaker handling into two consecutive weekends, students build better muscle memory and a more cohesive understanding of how a race boat functions as a single unit.
Transition Timeline & FAQs
I’ve already taken the previous 2-Day Racing Clinic. Can I still join a Race Team?
No. You will need to take the 2-Day Asymmetrical Spinnaker Clinic or enroll in the current 4-day Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic, plus have 4 days on-the-water to complete your prerequisites.
What if I want to race in the Summer Series or later?
Starting with the Summer 2026 Series, the full 4-day curriculum (or the completion of both previous 2-day modules) will be required.
I’ve already done the 2-Day Racing Clinic. How do I "bridge" to the new standard?
To help our current students who have completed a previous 2-Day Racing Clinic transition, we have specific 2-day Asymmetrical Spinnaker clinics scheduled. If you don't see it currently on the schedule, please reach out to our team to know you are interested: office@modernsailing.com.
I’ve already completed both the old Racing and Spinnaker clinics. Am I set?
If you have both 2-day clinics on your Mindbody visit history, you need 4 on-the-water days, then you have met the new requirement and are qualified to enroll in the Level 1 Race Teams. You can also submit a sailing resume if you have previous racing experience outside of Modern Sailing.
Do any of the 4-days of the Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic count towards the 6 OTW skipper days for ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising course? Yes. You can log 3 co-skipper days on the water from your 4-day Intro to Spinnaker Racing Clinic (or 2-days for the previous Racing Clinic or Asymmetrical Spinnaker Clinic).
