… a book can only teach us so much. Ultimately you teach yourself. Eric Twiname in Sail, Race and Win The sailing season is upon us! Seems like a good time to develop an improvement plan and go out and…
Skill Building
This category focuses on skill building – the process of becoming a better sailor. Discover learning strategies, practice techniques, and how to get the most for coaching and mentoring.
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Starve your distractions; feed your focus Anonymous How well do you manage your thought process on the race course? Do you focus on one element of racing at the expense of others? Do you dwell on negative self-talk? Does your mind…
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Character-Building Benefits of Sailing Does competitive sailing develop character? This article in Sailing Scuttlebutt describes 10 socio-emotional benefits of sailing. Read the full article for details. Grit Confidence Teamwork Friendship Sportsmanship Learning to lose Patience Responsibility Managing emotions Discipline Supporting…
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When Briana and I set out on this journey, everyone told us that we would have to become students of the sport. They were right. Taking notes fast-tracked our learning. Annie Haeger in The Write Solution – Sailing World It’s…
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Most sailors want improved racing results. That’s why SailZing was excited to note the progress of Devon Howe, MC sailor from Saratoga Lake Sailing Club, near Albany, NY. Devon attended Zenda U in March 2017, and then competed in the…
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Zenda University MC Scow Clinic Testimonial – Mike Brown Mike Brown from Rush Creek YC attended the 2017 Zenda U at Lake Eustis, FL. ZU is a two-day intense training and coaching session for MC-Scow sailors. Mike Brown shares his…