A Shot At Greatness It was still dark out when the sound of alarm clocks filled the Oakcliff bunkhouse. Staff and graduates gathered in the office fidgeting in their seats as they waited. It had finally arrived, the day we'd all been waiting for: Tryouts & Training with American Magic, NYYC's challenge for the 36th America's Cup. A black SUV pulled into the driveway emblazoned with the American Magic logo on the side. One by one, juggernauts of the sailing world walked through the door casually sipping their morning coffees. The first one was Ryan West, Athletic Trainer for the … [Read more...]
Financial Seminar
Hunt Lawrence's Financial Seminar The founder and primary benefactor of Oakcliff Sailing, Hunt Lawrence, hosts a weekly financial seminar. He covers a variety of companies and industries ranging from the startup space to the retail market. He gives a comprehensive overview of their current financial status and past history as it pertains to future investment potential. He has decades of experience in capital investment as a leading member of the Yorktown Energy Investment Firm. He hosts his weekly seminar at Oakcliff in the upstairs bunkhouse (4 South Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771). … [Read more...]
The “Spicy Waszp” Recipe
Thank you for joining Oakcliff at the 2018 US Sailing Leadership Forum. Due to overwhelming demand we are releasing the recipe for the Spicy Waszp! Enjoy! Oakcliff’s Spicy Waszp Muddle in a shaker: Sliced Jalapeños Fresh Wedge of Meyer Lemons Add: 2oz Bourbon .75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice .25 oz Honey Ice Shake! Pour over ice & top with Regatta Ginger Beer Top with a dash of Anagosta Bitters FLY! … [Read more...]
Ariel Nechemia’s VOR Update 12.03.2017
It has been extremely exciting to be apart the Chinese Volvo Ocean Race team Dongfeng Racing. After flying to Alicante with literally 24 hour-notice, I’ve since traveled to Vannes, France; Lisbon, Portugal; Cape Town, South Africa; and I even got to make a stop at my home in California for Thanksgiving. So far I think I’m impressing guests and the team because my responsibilities have doubled; I started out doing just hospitality but now I’m helping with the onboard food and nutrition program too. I think what makes me such a valuable addition to the team is my ability to communicate and … [Read more...]
Oakcliff is a high-performance training center for sailors who have progressed beyond traditional coaching methods. We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. In 2013, Oakcliff Sailing was named a US Sailing Team Sperry Top-Sider National Training Center.