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Laser-ILCA & Sunfish Sailing Workshops

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Why Join a SailFit Workshop?

SailFit has helped Laser-ILCA and Sunfish sailors grow from their first tacks to confident racing. Our workshops blend hands-on coaching, personalized feedback, and structured drills in a supportive group setting. Whether you’re just starting out or sharpening advanced skills, you’ll leave with sharper technique, more confidence, and a clear path forward.

What You'll Learn

Boat Handling Fundamentals

Master rigging, launching, tacking, jibing, and mark roundings with confidence.

Starts & Strategy

Perfect the key skills and timing to start with confidence and hold your front-row position.

Speed & Technique

Fine-tune sail controls, balance, and feel for upwind, downwind, and reaching performance.

Racing Mindset & Fitness

Incorporate nutrition, fitness, and mental preparation to sail stronger for longer.

NOV 14-16th Workshop Flow

Day 1

    • Discussion: Boat Handling Basics
    • Drills: Rigging & Launching, Tacking, Jibing, Mark Roundings, Races
    • Debriefing: Video analysis & discussion

Day 2

    • Discussion: Starting, Style & Technique
    • Drills: Starting practice, Upwind and Downwind Speed, Races
    • Debriefing: Video analysis & discussion

Day 3

    • Discussion: Tactics & Strategy, Fitness & Nutrition
    • Drills: Feel Sailing, Starting Practice, Races
    • Debriefing: Video analysis & discussion

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 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 excellent for learning, skill work and racing.

 

    • Meeting Time: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Day 3 ends by 3:00 PM)

    • Classroom Discussion: 1–2 hours per day

    • Sailing Time: 3–4 hours per day

    • Debriefs: Daily video review and group feedback

    • Airports: Tampa International (TPA) or St. Pete–Clearwater (PIE)

Workshop Fees

    • 3-Day Workshop: $880 (includes launching fee and coaching videos/ photos)

    • Boat Charter: $270 for Laser-ILCA or Sunfish (hull, spars, blades, and extra gear if needed)

    • Extra Charter Days: $100 per day (includes launching fee)

Laser-ILCA sailors at Clearwater Community Sailing Center

What Sailors Are Saying

Very Knowledgeable

We just completed a three-day clinic with Kurt. He is a very knowledgeable and accessible instructor. He is as diligent and thoughtful with novice sailors as he is with advanced, treating all with equal respect and interest. Kurt has designed a clear and concise curriculum covering all the vital skills. He then adapts his curriculum according to the knowledgebase of each sailor. All of us, from the most proficient to the least, walked away with a sense of accomplishment and valuable learning. Finally, Kurt is good company, and the Clearwater Beach location allows access to both bay and open ocean sailing. I highly recommend Sailfit Sailing

Ledyard McFadden

Could not be More Pleased

Just finished a 3 day laser clinic and could not be more pleased. Kurt was awesome. Really thorough coaching beginning with boat prep, to morning chalk talks, on the water immediate feedback, great drills and constant filming with really insightful commentary. Each afternoon we reviewed film and talked about areas to develop. Will definitely be back!

David Wehr

Confident and Much Improved

Kurt Taulbee’s SailFit Seminar took a timid and confused beginner to being a confident and much improved Laser sailor. Kurt’s coaching style is extremely effective; his holistic approach incorporates proper sailing techniques, applied boat and sail tuning, an individual strength and fitness regimen, and mental discipline, all focused towards improved racing. Participants of every ability showed huge advances in their performance; we could all see improvements in each other during the daily video briefs after our on-the-water sessions. The atmosphere throughout the seminar is encouraging, relaxed, and friendly, but you will sail the best you have ever sailed, and then take the videos home to continue to improve with Kurt’s directed practice, drills, and corrections to replay. If you ever wished for a world class Laser sailor to watch over your shoulder while you sail, and coach you explicitly to improve your performance, this will be the best money you could spend!

Heather Patterson

Amazed

I was part of a big group with very diverse skill levels, and I was amazed at how well Kurt was able to help each of us with our particular issues and weaknesses. The drills helped me build confidence in my ability to maneuver in tight quarters and not panic when things get crowded on the starting line. I’m sure I’ll be back.

Faye Flam

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!

Custom sessions can be arranged for you or your group, either at our location or on your home waters.

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