Below is a collection of adaptive sailing resources from the internet arranged alphabetically. You may browse the resources, or search by key term or category using the tools available on the right side of the webpage.
The resource will continue to grow as more knowledge becomes available, and as suggestions are fielded. The goal of this resource is to be inclusive and helpful to programs and individuals looking to learn more about adaptive sailing.
A great place to start is with US Sailing's adaptive resources.
It is important to keep in mind that individual specificity and flexibility are paramount to successfully using adaptive resources.
The 2021 Clagett and U.S. Para Sailing Championships The C. Thomas Clagett, Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta to host the 2021 U.S. Para Sailing Championships NEWPORT, R.I. (April 27, 2021)…
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Where can I get training to be an Adaptive Sailing Instructor? US Sailing offers an Adaptive Sailing Instructor Workshop. "The Adaptive Sailing Instructor Workshop covers all aspects of creati…
What is a volunteer training manual and why is it important? As the US Adaptive Sailing Resource Manual highlights, it is incredibly important to organize, train and inform your volunteers on…
What are drop in seats and what do they do as an adaption? Drop-In Seats are important adaptations for those with limited mobility. There are several versions of drop in seats available to ada…
What are stability bars and what do they do as an adaption? Stability bars are seating tools used used by some sailors to provide themselves with stability when seated and moving about the sai…
Submit questions to an adaptive sailor! Delani Hulme-Lawrence is an lifelong sailor. Delani started sailing when she was four years old. She is a Clagett Boat Grant recipient, has represented…
How can you get involved in adaptive sailing? Across the nation there are countless adaptive sailing programs. Whether they be learn-to-sail or competitive racing establishments, there are opp…
What kind of sailboat is a Sonar, and what are the features of this boat? Sonars are a triple handed keelboat raced by both adaptive and able bodied sailors. The Sonar is used by sailors who e…
What kind of sailboat is a Freedom 20, and what are the features of this boat? Freedom 20s are anoter option in the world of adaptive sailing. These 20 foot keelboats can be adapted in many wa…
What are some different dock adaptions my club or program can install to help with mobility and accessibility? Dock safety can prevent boat damage while keeping sailors safe. Docks need to be…
Let us know if you have questions, or if a question has gone unanswered! We will endeavor to find an answer for you and your program.
A special thank you to the members of The Clagett Regatta's Adaptive Resource Committee:
Carol Barrow, Robbie Benjamin, Janice Kennedy, Timothea Larr, Barbara
Odegaard,
Bird Stasz, and The Clagett intern Alex Adams.
