Why Join a SailFit Workshop?
For over 20 years, SailFit has helped Laser-ILCA and Sunfish sailors progress from their first tacks to confident racing. Our workshops combine hands-on coaching, personalized feedback, and structured drills designed to accelerate your learning. Whether you’re new to sailing or refining advanced techniques, you’ll leave with sharper skills, more confidence, and a clear path for continued growth.
Our sailing workshops are designed for sailors who want to grow their skills in a focused, supportive environment. In a group setting, you’ll learn new techniques, practice under expert guidance, and build confidence on the water. Whether you’re new to sailing or polishing racing skills, SailFit workshops give you the tools to succeed and a clear path for continued growth.
Looking to go beyond the basics? Our sailing workshops in Clearwater, Florida are the perfect way to build stronger skills, meet other sailors, and gain confidence on the water. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for your next regatta, these group sailing lessons combine professional coaching, hands-on learning, and a supportive team environment.
What You'll Learn
Boat Handling Fundamentals
Master rigging, launching, tacking, jibing, and mark roundings with confidence.
Starts & Strategy
Build strong starting plans, sharpen tactical awareness, and learn to adapt to shifting conditions.
Speed & Technique
Fine-tune sail controls, balance, and feel for upwind, downwind, and crosswind performance.
Racing Mindset & Fitness
Incorporate nutrition, fitness, and mental preparation to sail stronger for longer.
A Typical Workshop Flow
Day 1
Discussion: Boat Handling Basics
Drills: Rigging & Launching, Tacking, Jibing, Mark Roundings
Day 2
Discussion: Starting, Style & Technique
Drills: Starting sequences, Upwind/Downwind Speed, Crosswind
Day 3
Discussion: Tactics, Strategy, Fitness & Nutrition
Drills: Feel Sailing, Starting Practice, Short Races
The SailFit Experience
At SailFit, coaching is more than just running drills — it’s about helping each sailor progress at their own pace, with expert guidance tailored to their goals.
Coach Kurt Taulbee, a past US Sailing Team member and US Sailing Level 3 certified coach, brings decades of racing and coaching experience to every workshop. Having competed and coached at the highest levels, Kurt understands not just the technical side of sailing but also the mental game that separates good sailors from great ones.
Whether you’re joining your first Learn to Sail workshop, sharpening boat speed in a Laser-ILCA clinic, or racing your Sunfish against a competitive fleet, you’ll benefit from personalized feedback, structured practice, and the kind of small details that make a big difference on the racecourse.
What sets SailFit apart is the supportive coaching environment. Every sailor — youth or adult, beginner or advanced — is encouraged, challenged, and given the tools to succeed. Workshops aren’t just about mastering maneuvers; they’re about building confidence, having fun on the water, and leaving with a renewed passion for sailing.
Sailing in Clearwater, Florida
Workshops are hosted at the Clearwater Community Sailing Center, located on Sand Key, Florida, just South of Clearwater Beach. With access to both Clearwater Bay and the Gulf of Mexico-America, sailors experience a variety of conditions perfect for learning, skill work and racing.
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Meeting Time: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Day 3 ends by 3:00 PM)
- Classroom Discussion: 1–2 hours per day
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Sailing Time: 3–4 hours per day
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Debriefs: Daily video review and group feedback
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Airports: Tampa International (TPA) or St. Pete–Clearwater (PIE)
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Workshop Fees
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3-Day Workshop: $880 (includes launching fee and coaching videos/photos)
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Boat Charter: $270 for Laser-ILCA or Sunfish (hull, spars, blades, and extra gear if needed)
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Extra Charter Days: $100 per day (includes launching fee)
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Ready to Level Up Your Sailing?
Workshops are an exciting way to improve your skills, meet other sailors, and grow your confidence on the water. Reserve your spot today!