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, January 31 with sessions running from Thursday, February 1 through Saturday, February 3, 2018
Where is the Sailing Leadership Forum being held?
TradeWinds Island Grand Resort
5500 Gulf Blvd
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
How do I book hotel reservations?
Reservations can be made online (group code: USsail18) or by calling 800-360-4016 (be sure to mention US Sailing)
Room rate:
Standard non-view rooms: $183
Tropical View or Gulf Front: $195
(cut-off for group promotional room rate is Jan 9)
Visit the Planning Your Trip page for more travel information
What if the hotel is sold-out?
A courtesy 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 (Ends Aug. 31):$300
• Standard Registration (Ends Dec. 31):$375
• Late Registration (Jan. 1 – Jan. 28):$425
• At the Door Registration (Jan 29 – Feb 3):$450
• Group Registration (3+) (Ends Dec. 31):$350
What meals are included in the registration fee?
Wednesday: Welcome Reception
Thursday: Coffee/Lunch
Friday: Coffee/Lunch
Saturday: Coffee/Lunch/Closing Reception
What is the cancellation policy?
Registrations are refundable up to 30 days prior to the event (Jan 2, 2018). 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?
The Travel Grant application period has closed.
Recipients will be notified Monday, January 8th, 2018
How do I become a presenter or recommend a topic/presenter?
Please complete the Call for Presenters form or email events@ussailing.org
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 webpage (coming soon) or email JoshToso@ussailing.org
What happened to US Sailing’s National Sailing Program Symposium, One-Design Symposium and Yacht Club Summit?
In 2018, 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 2018.
