Who should attend?
Instructors, coaches, race officers, program directors, class/fleet leaders, yacht club management, organization leaders, and volunteers will find key takeaways from this pioneering event.
What are the conference dates?
The conference will kick-off with a not-to-miss welcome reception the afternoon of Wednesday, February 1 with sessions running from Thursday, February 2 through Saturday, February 4, 2023
Where is the Sailing Leadership Forum being held?
TradeWinds Island Grand
5600 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
How do I book hotel reservations?
Reservations can be made online or by calling 800-808-9833
Room rate:
Standard rooms: $215
Upgraded Room Rates:
Tropical View Hotel Room: $245
Gulf Front Hotel Room: $265
Tropical View One Bedroom Suite: $355
Gulf Front One Bedroom Suite with Balcony: $415
Visit the Planning Your Trip page for more travel information
What if the hotel is sold-out?
An overflow block of rooms for US Sailing will be contracted at a nearby property.
What is the cost to attend?
Registration Information- Register Now
• Early Bird Registration (First 100 registrations):$375
• Standard Registration (Ends Dec. 31):$450
• Late Registration (Jan. 1 – Jan. 27):$500
• At the Door Registration (Jan 28 – Feb 4):$550
• Group Registration (3+) (Ends Dec. 31):$400
What meals are included in the registration fee?
Wednesday: Welcome Reception
Thursday: Coffee/Lunch
Friday: Coffee/Lunch
Saturday: Coffee/Awards Luncheon/Closing Reception
What is the cancellation policy?
Registrations are refundable up to 30 days prior to the event (Jan 1, 2023). Registrations are non-refundable within 30 days of the event.
Will conference presentations be available?
Presentation and session documents will be made available online after the event for paid conference attendees. Hard copies will not be available at the hotel during the event.
Are any travel assistance grants available?
Yes! Thanks to a grant from the US Sailing Foundation, travel grant funding is available to US Sailing members traveling to the Forum from Community Sailing Programs or Yacht Clubs with community based programs.
The Travel Grant application period will open soon!
Recipients will be notified December 15, 2022.
How do I become a presenter or recommend a topic/presenter?
Visit the Presenting page for information about presenting at Sailing Leadership Forum or complete the Call for Presenters form
Will I get to go sailing?
YES! Sponsors will have an opportunity to get the boats wet and attendees will have dedicated time to test out these great boats and products.Be sure to pack your sailing gear!
How do I learn more about Sponsorship opportunities?
Visit the Sponsors & Exhibitors webpage or email JoshToso@ussailing.org
What happened to US Sailing’s National Sailing Program Symposium, One-Design Symposium and Yacht Club Summit?
In 2023, the Sailing Leadership Forum will take the place of separate NSPS, ODSS and Yacht Club Summit events. The Forum will include presentations, seminars, courses, and breakout sessions featured in these signature US Sailing events.
Contact Us
Contact Katie Ouellette at events@ussailing.org for more information or questions about the Sailing Leadership Forum 2023.