HIGH SCHOOL SAILING TEAM
Spring and Fall High School Sailing
For sailors enrolled in grades 8-12, ages 13-18
High school sailing at Sail Sand Point takes place in FJs and c420s. Sailors between the ages of 13 and 18 are eligible to join the high school team. Eighth graders may participate if they are experienced and prepared (minimum 100lbs, maturity level compatible with high school students), although competitive opportunities may be more limited. The high school team is focused on practicing for and competing in regattas associated with NWISA, the Northwest Interscholastic Sailing Association, which governs high school racing in the Northwest.
Sailors on either active high school teams (4+ participating sailors) or inactive teams (without enough sailors) are welcome to participate. Sailors without active high school teams may still compete in regattas with Mixed or Open fleets (often referred to as Silver). Sail Sand Point hosts many sailors from a variety of schools in the Seattle area. If you are curious about the status of your local high school team, ask the SSP coaches!
Sailors looking to join the High School Sailing Team should be competent, self-driven sailors with a passion for sailing and competing. Some experience sailing is typically required – inquire for more details.
Tuition information can be found on the Race Team Dues page.
We currently host active teams from:
- Roosevelt High School
- Lakeside School
SSP currently supports sailors from the following schools: Nathan Hale, Lincoln, University Prep, Bothell High, and more. Sailors from any school in the greater Seattle area may participate in high school sailing – contact alec@sailsandpoint.org to find out more.
Practice Groups and Skill Divisions
High School teams typically practice twice a week. Each skill group will be assigned two practice days. Additional practice opportunities may be available at the coach’s discretion.
Coaches keep attendance. Sailors are grouped by team association, skill level, and experience in order to make for focused and productive practices. High School Sailing is a competitive racing program and sailors are expected to work hard to develop their skills and contribute to the success of their teams.
Important Links and Resources
- SSP High School Sailing Manual 2024
- NWISA Homepage (contains the regatta schedule for our region)
- ISSA Procedural Rules (governs the sport of high school sailing in the United States)
- NWISA District Rules (local rules that add to and modify ISSA rules)
Note: To increase accessibility, team dues are kept low and scholarships are available for any sailor. To apply for a scholarship, you can download our Youth Racing Scholarship Application here and return it to the office by email (alec@sailsandpoint.org), mail or in person.