Del Rey Yacht Club to Host Intro to Yacht Racing Seminar

The daylong program aims to prepare participants to crew on local racing boats as the sailing season begins.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 10:05am

The Del Rey Yacht Club will host its annual Intro to Yacht Racing Seminar on Saturday, March 21, offering sailors an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of competitive sailing and gain hands-on experience aboard race boats. The seminar is designed for both beginners and intermediate sailors interested in joining local racing crews.

Why it matters

The seminar is intended to help grow the local sailing community and prepare new racers to participate in the upcoming sailing season. As an active yacht club, the Del Rey Yacht Club plays an important role in promoting the sport and providing educational opportunities for both novice and experienced sailors.

The details

Participants will begin the morning with classroom-style instruction covering basic sailing and racing concepts, including sail trim, boat handling and racing rules. Afterward, attendees will tour several race boats where skippers will demonstrate different sail-handling systems. Following lunch, sailors will head onto the water to practice what they learned during coached sessions aboard active race boats.

  • The seminar will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
  • The program runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The players

Del Rey Yacht Club

A local yacht club that hosts sailing events and educational programs for the community.

Brendan Huffman

An experienced volunteer racer who will lead instruction at the seminar.

Greg Rutter

An experienced volunteer racer who will lead instruction at the seminar.

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What’s next

Organizers say walk-in registrations will not be accepted, though a waitlist is available.

The takeaway

The Del Rey Yacht Club's Intro to Yacht Racing Seminar provides a valuable opportunity for both novice and experienced sailors to learn new skills, gain hands-on experience, and get involved in the local sailing community as the season begins.