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BROAD BAY SAILING ASSOCIATION
Training

Scheduled Training Events

    • Wednesday, December 10, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Bold Mariner Brewery
    Register

    Join us at 6 pm on December 10 at Bold Mariner for an important training session on man overboard situations.  

    • Will include shared experiences from BBSA members
      (Captain, Crew and “the person overboard”)
    • Video from experiences of Southern Bay racer MERIDIAN X and Mark Wheeler (person overboard) - during 2017 Chicago-Mackinac Race
    • BBSA Sailor Dr. Susan Girois, Director Norfolk Public Health:
      discussion on hypothermia treatment
    • Discussion on required/recommended equipment, annual training requirements and “man-overboard 101” recovery, maneuvering, preparation.

    We will bring pizza based on pre-orders.  Please specify how many slices your party will need so we can bring sufficient quantity.  Pay at the door.  


    • Tuesday, January 13, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Bold Mariner Brewing Company
    January Training subject: Racing Rules - Mark Rounding (Rule 18)
    • Date: 13 January 2026
    • Time: 6pm-8:30pm
    • Location: Bold Mariner Brewery
    • Registration opening soon.  

    Description: 

    John McCarthy will present/discuss Rule 18 - Mark Rounding.
    In his unique style, John will discuss the details of right-of-way at the mark. All racers have been in nail-biting situations when rounding marks. Learn who has right of way, when it is established and when it ends. A great opportunity to share experiences and learn from a pro.

"Broad Bay Sailing Association" is a non-profit organization. Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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