Oakcliff accepts trainees with a wide variety of skill levels at a wide range of ages, from absolute beginner sailor to seasoned racer. What we look for is a drive to succeed. If you’re wondering if Oakcliff is right for you, don’t ask yourself, “Am I good enough?” Ask yourself, “Do I want it badly enough?” Trainees who are self-driven, organized, and motivated thrive in Oakcliff’s flexible training environment.
Our program schedules a mix of sailing, boat work, and physical training. We encourage trainees to get interested and show initiatives in their own projects. Have you discovered an interest in sailmaking? Or want to learn all there is to know about managing a sailing team or becoming a boat captain? We will make room in the program schedule so you can pursue your passions.
OYSTER BAY, NY – Once upon a time, America’s Cup great Ted Turner claimed that Great Lake’s most prestigious Mackinac Races were to be sailed on a “mill pond” – only to take back his words as 60mph winds came screaming down the 333 mile
Oakcliff’s 2021 match racing schedule is now live. The season includes something for racers of all levels as Oakcliff continues to support the pathway from sailor to seasoned match racer in a COVID-safe sailing environment. Find the full schedule and request for invitation online. When
Oakcliff is excited to announce the Oakcliff Match Racing Academy in partnership with the World Match Racing Tour (WMRT). The two-week long intensive program, August 4-15 2021, will be coached by top match racers from the Tour and give trainees an in-depth education in one
For 10 years, Oakcliff has been raising the caliber of sailing in the United States. This has meant amassing the largest collection of Olympic class boats, awarding more than a million dollars in prize grants to Olympic campaigners and hopefuls through the Triple Crown series,
