This is a multi-level 29er clinic: both for sailors who are interested in gaining proficiency in the 29er and for advanced sailors/teams to prepare for upcoming regattas.
COACHES:
Sterling Henken has coached novice to advanced sailors from all over the country in a variety of single and double handed classes since 2014. Alongside his coaching, Sterling has competed in the 29er class nationally and internationally, including three world championships. He also competed in high school and college sailing on the west coast, playing a vital role in his teams’ qualifications for numerous national championships. He graduated from UC Santa Barbara in 2018 and earned his captain’s license, which he then applied to his work on boats in diverse locations spanning from Mexico to China. Today, Sterling works as an educator in Santa Barbara, specializing in supporting students with disabilities. His work as a teacher greatly informs and strengthens his delivery of information and creates a structured environment where sailors can hone their abilities and passion for the sport of sailing.
Noah Nyenhuis is an accomplished skiff sailor who has twice represented the United States at the World Sailing Youth World Championships and won the Bronze medal in 2021. Noah and his brother Ian also finished 4th in the Open World Championships (out of 189 teams). Noah is an excellent skiff coach for sailors of all levels from novice to advanced with an excellent ability to articulate the nuances of boat handling and sail trim. Noah will be studying Mechanical Engineering at SDSU this Fall.
For sailors with a 29er:
You may register with a teammate or you can register solo and be paired with a teammate by the coaches.
For sailors needing use of an HPYS loaner boat:
You must register for the class individually but can put on the registration form if you have a preferred teammate. All these applications will be initially listed as “pending" to give the organizers time to ensure sufficient loaner boats and coaches. We may not be able to admit every applicant and will let sailors know if they have been accepted as soon as possible after the application deadline.
Clinic cost is $200/sailor. Late fee of $50 after August 11th, 5:00 PM. Additional fee of $75/sailor for use of an HPYS loaner boat plus damage deposit.
Damage Deposit for teams using an HPYS loaner boat: any SDYC member who pays by club charge, we reserve the right to charge your member account a one-time fee of up to $250 for boat damage. For those paying by credit card, we reserve the right to re-charge your card a one-time fee of up to $250 for boat damage.
Safety: It is recommended that sailors wear a wetsuit and booties. Crews should have properly fitting trapeze harnesses. All sailors will need to wear a rash guard or pinnie over their trapeze harness and lifejacket to ensure that buckles are covered. A Fox40 whistle must be attached to your lifejacket.
Schedule: Saturday 10AM - 6PM and Sunday 10AM - 5PM. Pizza on Saturday during debrief.
Venue: SDYC
Gear: Be prepared to be on the water sailing for 4 to 5 hours. Bring appropriate gear including safety gear listed above plus dry bag with any extra gear and plenty of water and quick, healthy snacks to keep you going!
