High Performance Sailing by Frank Bethwaite Fast Handling Technique by Frank Bethwaite Bethwaite designed the 29er. His writing is dense, but enjoyable. The Inner Game of Tennis by W. Timothy Gallwey A short primer on sports Psychology. Cayard Notes Mental Imagery Psychological-Advice-for-Racing-Sailors SPORT PSYCHOLOGY Winter Video List 4 Excellent Videos from Willie McBride 2Niner SkiffContinue reading “Winter Reading List”
Author Archives: Feenysail
Summer Sessions at RWU
Join us for sleep-away sailing camp at Roger Williams University. July 26-31, 2019 Comprehensive High Performance Sailing Camp Full pricing and curriculum details will be announced very soon. BYO 29er will be the core offering, partnering with the 2Niner skiff squad from Miami.
Maritime Musings
The maritime setting is at once complete, providing opportunities to study history, commerce, industry, technology, science, engineering and art.
Miami ODP Racing Camp Offers Best of Both Worlds
BY STUART STREULI / TUESDAY, 29 NOVEMBER 2016 / PUBLISHED IN OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FEATURED POST, OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT RECENT NEWS, OLYMPIC RECENT NEWS “Not only are [sailors] telling themselves to keep going, but now they have another voice—that isn’t a small whisper inside their head—telling them to ‘hike harder’ or ‘be moreContinue reading “Miami ODP Racing Camp Offers Best of Both Worlds”
Where are they now?
Is this safe? Maybe not. Is it fun? You bet. One of life’s many paradoxes is most parents want their kids to simply be happy and safe. However, being safe often just doesn’t make people happy!? Uproarious laughter and the intense bonding that comes from memorable experiences usually comes from edgier moments.
On The Water
GRUNTLED
Problem: Too much racing in sailing instruction and not enough seamanship, adventure, and free sailing. Action: Learn Seamanship Seamanship is the art of caring for and moving boats. It is an art because the wind and the current are always changing and recombining in new ways. Action: Just Sail. Learn your boat. Learn about yourContinue reading “GRUNTLED”
Culture of Excellence
Why does Olympic development matter? It provides a pathway for young talent. While not everyone’s cup of tea, this path is rewarding for some individuals, and inspirational to a larger group. Successful Olympic development yields sustainable Olympic success. The USA is a sailing nation and it should matter how we do on the international stage.Continue reading “Culture of Excellence”
Skiff Girls
Annual Clinic Series Organized by the ODP Next editions: Miami – March 11-12 Newport, RI – June 10-11 2015 Clinic Announcement 29er Girls Clinic May 1-3, 2015 At Coronado Yacht Club Coaches: Willie McBride, Molly Vandemoer, Paris Henken Cost: Free Capacity: 12 – 16 Sailors depending on how many bring their own boats Time:Continue reading “Skiff Girls”
29ers on the loose
ODP Camp Recap: Sail Newport 29er Clinic BY STUART STREULI / WEDNESDAY, 29 JUNE 2016 / PUBLISHED IN OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FEATURED POST, OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT RECENT NEWS, OLYMPIC RECENT NEWS, RECENT NEWS ODP 29er Clinic June 24 to 26, 2016 Sail Newport, Newport, R.I. Two decades ago, the United States got aContinue reading “29ers on the loose”
Sailing For All 