| To the YSF Family of donors, parents, sailors and volunteers,
As 2021 draws to a close we would like to thank everyone for making it a banner year at YSF. YSF continues to evolve and grow. We offer sailing programs ranging from beginner to advanced racing for children ages 8 to 18. A total of 460 registered over the last twelve months, with 45% from underserved families. As we look ahead to 2022 we are implementing new programs that offer children the opportunity to sail multiple times per week. We have found that retention, skill levels, and our impact on helping children mature and grow into responsible adults increases exponentially with more time on the water.
We are winding-up the year with three sailors participating in the famous Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta on Biscayne Bay in Miami. About 700 sailors from 20 countries are participating in one of the most prestigious junior sailing events in the world. This is YSF’s first Orange Bowl. It is the culmination of year-long focused training of our Shelby Racing Team under Assistant Sailing Director Roberto Ayala. Sailed over a five-day period from December 26 -30, the regatta is a significant commitment of time and resources for the sailors, their families, and YSF. |
