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Instructors:   Jeffrey Johnson, Mark Townsend, Becky Ashburn

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IN-PERSON ADVANCED RACE MANAGEMENT SEMINAR (ARMS)
Hosted by Macatawa Bay Yacht Club
2157 S Shore Drive, Macatawa, MI.

Instructors are Matt Bounds and Scott Corder.

This ARMS fulfills the seminar requirement for certification and recertification and includes the opportunity to take the Advanced Race Officer Test following the final session. You will have three weeks to complete it.

Schedule and Prep
The seminar will consist of a short Introductory Zoom session followed by two in-person sessions. Attendance in all 3 sessions is required to complete and pass the course.

Session 1: Thursday, October 8, 2026 - Introductory Zoom Session, 7:00pm-8:00 pm
Session 2: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:00am - 4:00 pm
Session 3: Sunday, October 18, 2026, 8:00am - 4:00 pm

There is pre-course work to complete between the Intro Zoom Session and Session 1. It is estimated to require 8 to 10 hours to complete. The course is designed to build on lessons learned in these pre-course modules, but they may be accessed, reviewed, or worked on up until the class closing date. Timely efforts will produce best results.

Two weeks prior to the in-person session you will receive an email from Canvas Free for Teachers (instructure.com), US Sailing’s online learning platform, inviting you to participate in the course. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile and login to access the REQUIRED pre-course materials in Canvas.

The organizer and/or lead instructor will email you the Zoom link and additional course information before Session 1 begins.

Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/

Local lodging information:
There are numerous hotels in holland but below are 2 with current availability we often recommend:

Courtyard by Marriott Holland Downtown 6 miles / 15 minutes to MBYC https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/grrch-courtyard-holland-downtown/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0&clickref=1100lCmTAtYS&aff=MARWW&affname=305950&co=WW&nt=PH&cid=AFF_Affiliate

Homewood Suites by Hilton Holland 7 miles / 15 minutes to MBYC https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/grrabhw-homewood-suites-holland/

VRBO or Airbnb's are also an option and can be found with an internet search.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40.

Coffee, tea and soda will be provided. An additional fee will be collected by the club for lunch.

Registration closes Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Walk-In registrations are not allowed.

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IN-PERSON Basic Race Management Seminar
Hosted by US Sailing Center - Martin County
1955 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, FL.

Instructors are John Farris and Joleen Rasmussen.

The seminar consists of One In-Person session
Saturday, October 10, 2026. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session. Attendance is required to complete and pass the course.

Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/ You will also have the option to purchase the print edition of the Racing Rules of Sailing 2025-2028 during the registration process.

About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the required course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

Registration closes Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.

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IN-PERSON Basic Race Management Seminar
Hosted by Sausalito Yacht Club.
100 Humboldt Ave, Sausalito, CA.

Instructor is Jeff Zarwell.

The seminar consists of One In-Person session
Saturday, October 24, 2026. 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session. Attendance is required to complete and pass the course. Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/

About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the required course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

A sandwich lunch will be available for interested participants for $15.00.

The club has limited parking. However, the club is able to provide public parking passes for those who request a pass ahead of time.

Registration closes Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.

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IN-PERSON Basic Race Management Seminar
Hosted by Eastern Yacht Club.
47 Foster Street, Marblehead, MA.

Instructor is John Mooney.

The seminar consists of One In-Person session
Sunday, November 8, 2026. 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session. Attendance is required to complete and pass the course. Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/

About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the required course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

Registration closes Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.

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IN-PERSON Basic Race Management Seminar
Hosted by Jacomo Sailing Club.
22103 SW Woods Chapel Rd, Blue Springs, MO.

Instructor is Steve Comen.

The seminar consists of One In-Person session
Saturday, November 14, 2026. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session. Attendance is required to complete and pass the course. Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/

About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the required course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

Ample on-site parking.

An additional fee will be collected by the club for lunch.

There are numerous hotels available in the Kansas City metro, but the following are a 5 minute drive to JSC:

Best Western Plus Lee's Summit Hotel & Suites https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.26180.html

Comfort Inn & Suites Lee's Summit - Kansas City https://www.choicehotels.com/missouri/lees-summit/comfort-inn-hotels/mo188?adults=2&ratePlanCode=SMFLX

Registration closes Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.

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ONLINE Basic Race Management Seminar.

Instructors are Donald Wieneke and Hank Stuart.

The seminar consists of three live Zoom sessions:
Session 1: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Session 2: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Session 3: Thursday, November 19, 2026

All sessions are 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Pacific Time, (7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CT, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm ET).

There is approximately 30-60 minutes of pre-course work required before each session. Attendance in all three sessions is required to complete and pass the course.

Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: You will also have the option to purchase the print edition of the Racing Rules of Sailing 2025-2028 during the registration process.

About five days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, [email protected], inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information. This class will be taught on-line via Zoom. The instructors will be on-line approximately 30 minutes prior to the start of each session.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

Registration closes Wednesday, November11, 2026.

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IN-PERSON Basic Race Management Seminar
Hosted by Columbia Sailing Club.
292 Shuler Rd, Columbia, SC.

Instructor is Ted McGee.

The seminar consists of One In-Person session
Saturday, February 6, 2027. 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session. Attendance is required to complete and pass the course. Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/

About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the required course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

Hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be available for purchase. Attendees may also bring their own lunches.

Registration closes Wednesday, January 27, 2027.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.

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IN-PERSON Basic Race Management Seminar
Hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club.
2322 Lakewood Yacht Club Drive, Seabrook, TX.

Instructor is Steve Comen.

The seminar consists of One In-Person session
Saturday, February 13, 2027. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

There is approximately 90-120 minutes of REQUIRED pre-course work prior to the In-Person session. Attendance is required to complete and pass the course. Please be sure to download the Racing Rules App at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/rules-officiating/the-racing-rules-of-sailing-2025-2028/

About 10 days before your course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, inviting you to participate in the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link to complete your profile in Canvas and access the required course materials.

The lead instructor will email you with additional course information.

US Sailing course registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process.

A lunch menu will be available and credit cards accepted, or participants are welcome to bring their own lunch.

Ample on-site parking.

Many hotel options in Seabrook, Texas close to LYC.

Registration closes Wednesday, February 3, 2027.
Walk-In registrations are NOT allowed.