US Sailing Calendar

	Judge Roundtable at US SAILING 12/07/2023 - 12/07/2023 There are 0 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Nancy Glover Instructors: Edith Collins, Nancy Glover ONLINE Judge Roundtable This is an online Roundtable that is one evening. Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm eastern. The lead facilitator is Nancy Glover, with Edith Collins assisting. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. There is no homework, and each session will focus on discussing current and interesting topics for judges. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. Attendance is required and after successful completion each participant will earn 30 CEUs towards re-certification. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes December 6, 2023.
	Judge Roundtable at US SAILING 12/14/2023 - 12/14/2023 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 7 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Nancy Glover Instructors: Richard Mallinson, Nancy Glover ONLINE Judge Roundtable This is an online Roundtable that is one evening. Thursday, December 14, 2023 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm eastern. The lead facilitator is Nancy Glover assisted by Rick Mallinson. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. There is no homework, and each session will focus on discussing current and interesting topics for judges. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. Attendance is required and after successful completion each participant will earn 30 CEUs towards re-certification. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes December 13, 2023.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 1/04/2024 - 1/04/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 7 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Bill Simon Instructors: D William Simon ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, January 4, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one day Judge Clinic called Better Written Decisions. Judges will work on writing decisions in entertaining ways. The lead instructor is Bill Simon. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes January 3, 2024.
	Club Judge Seminar at US SAILING 1/11/2024 - 1/18/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 10 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Bruce Martinson Instructors: Bruce Martinson ONLINE Club Judge Seminar. Instructor is Bruce Martinson. This Club Judge Seminar is a two-session online program conducted via Zoom. Session 1: Thursday, January 11, 2024, 6:30 to 10:30 pm EDT (5:30-9:30 pm CDT) (3:30-7:30 PDT) Preparation Period: January 11 to January 18, 2024 Session 2: Thursday, January 18, 2024, 6:30 to 10:30 pm EDT (5:30-9:30 pm CDT) (3:30-7:30 PDT) Attendance in all sessions is required to complete and pass the course. There will be advance work that participants are REQUIRED to complete before the first session. There will be significant interactive learning situations during the seminar. There is approximately 1-2 hours of pre-course preparation required before Session 1, 7-8 hours of preparation before Session 2. This is the course for those interested in becoming a certified Club Judge. About ten days before your course begins, you will receive an email from US Sailing (notifications@instructure.com) inviting you to log into the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link right away to complete your profile and access the course materials. The lead instructor will email you with additional course information. US Sailing Course Registration Fee: $40. Registration closes Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
	Judge Protest Day at Annapolis Yacht Club 1/13/2024 - 1/13/2024 There are 0 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. Annapolis Yacht Club PO Box 908 Linda Ambrose Annapolis, MD 21404 Contact: Linda Amrose Instructors: D William Simon In-Person Judge Protest Day at Annapolis Yacht Club 2 Compromise St, Annapolis, MD January 13, 2024, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is an in-person Protest Day Seminar. Each participant will fill all roles of a protest during the day. Please arrive at 8 am and we intend to be done by 5 pm. Attendees can request recommendations based on their performance. This seminar is ideal for entry level to National Judges who want to hone their skills. Upon completion each participant will earn 80 CEUs. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Annapolis YC will provide lunch for an additional fee - TBD. Sign up early we expect this to fill quickly. Registration closes January 12, 2024.
	Judge Roundtable at US SAILING 1/25/2024 - 1/25/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 10 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Bill Simon Instructors: D William Simon An Evening with Pat Healy This is an Online Roundtable. Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm eastern. The lead facilitator is Bill Simon. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. There is no homework, and each session will focus on discussing current and interesting topics for judges. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. After successful completion each participant will earn 30 CEUs towards re-certification. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes January 24, 2024.
	Judge Roundtable at Chicago Yacht Club 1/27/2024 - 1/27/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 19 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. Chicago Yacht Club 400 E Monroe St Chicago, IL 60603-6493 Contact: Patrick Burks Instructors: Nancy Glover, Michael Kaspar In-Person Judge Roundtable at Chicago Yacht Club Monroe Station, 400 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL This Roundtable consists of one in-person session. Saturday, January 27, 2024, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. Coffee at 8:00 am, 8:30-5:30 Roundtable, social hour afterwards. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. The lead facilitators will be in touch to let you know the topics to be discussed. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. After successful completion each participant will earn 80 CEUs towards re-certification. The lead facilitators are Nancy Glover and Mike Kaspar. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Food and beverage will be available for purchase at the club. Registration closes Friday, January 26, 2024.
	Judge Protest Day at US SAILING 2/01/2024 - 2/08/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 15 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Bill Simon Instructors: Bruce Cook, D William Simon ONLINE Judge Protest Day The Chief Judge is Bruce Cook, assisted by Bill Simon. This is an online Protest Day that consists of two evenings. Attendance at both sessions is required so everyone gets the appropriate roles. If you can't attend both sessions, please select another offering. Seminar Schedule: Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 6:00 - 10:00 pm eastern. Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 6:00 - 10:00 pm eastern. This ONLINE Protest Day is intended for currently certified judges who wish to sharpen their hearing skills through mock protest and redress hearings with coaching by highly experienced Judge Instructors. Protest Day is not suitable for those with little or no experience with hearings. You will be expected to prepare for each session by reading the protest forms and researching cases and appeals that might apply. Each participant should plan to be at both nights or look for a different date to attend. Each participant will be the chair, procedural judge, scribe and parties. Attendance at both sessions is required and after successful completion each participant will earn 80 CEUs towards re-certification. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead facilitator with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes January 30, 2024.
	Club Judge Seminar at Lakewood Yacht Club 2/03/2024 - 2/03/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 21 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. Lakewood Yacht Club 2425 Nasa Pkwy Seabrook, TX 77586-3451 Contact: Marie Wise Instructors: Chris Luppens, Albrecht Goethe IN-PERSON Club Judge Seminar Hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club. 2322 Lakewood Yacht Club Dr, Seabrook, TX Instructor is Chris Luppens and Al Goethe. This is a one day In-Person Club Judge Seminar: Preparation Period: Ten days prior to the in-person session the course will open in Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform, for completion of the REQUIRED pre-course assignments. There is approximately 8-10 hours of pre-course preparation that is required prior to the in-person Session. All pre-course work MUST be completed in Canvas prior to in-person session in order to understand that portion of the seminar. Session 1: Saturday, February 3, 2024, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm in-person. About ten days before the in-person course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform, inviting you to participate in the course. Please click the "Get Started" link as soon as possible to complete your profile and access the REQUIRED pre-course materials in Canvas. The lead instructor will email you with additional course information. Bring laptops or tablets. US Sailing Course Registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory membership is available for first-timers during the registration process. Lunch will be available for purchase at the club. There is plenty of free parking. Registration closes January 24, 2024. Walk-In registrations are not allowed.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 2/15/2024 - 2/15/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 16 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Steve Wrigley Instructors: Stephen Wrigley, Priscilla Gettis ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one-day Judge Misconduct Clinic. An overview of misconduct for judges looking for an overview of this subject. Focusing on Rules 2 and 69 and WS regulations. The lead instructor is Steve Wrigley, assisted by Pris Gettis. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes February 14, 2024.
	Judge Roundtable at US SAILING 2/22/2024 - 2/22/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 20 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Nancy Glover Instructors: Nancy Glover ONLINE Judge Roundtable This is an online Roundtable that is one evening. Thursday, February 22, 2024, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm b>Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). The lead facilitator is Nancy Glover. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. There is no homework, and each session will focus on discussing current and interesting topics for judges. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. Attendance is required and after successful completion each participant will earn 30 CEUs towards re-certification. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes February 21, 2024.
	Club Judge Seminar at Mystic Seaport Museum 2/24/2024 - 2/24/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 23 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. Mystic Seaport Museum 75 Greenmanville Ave PO Box 6000 Mystic, CT 06355-1972 Contact: Liz Sistar Instructors: Nancy Glover IN-PERSON Club Judge Seminar Hosted by Mystic Seaport Museum. 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT The seminar will take place in the Masin Conference room in the Thompson Exhibition Building [North Entrance]. Instructor is Nancy Glover Preparation Period: Ten days prior to the in-person session the course will open in Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform, for completion of the REQUIRED pre-course assignments. There is approximately 8-10 hours of pre-course preparation that is required prior to the in-person Session. All pre-course work MUST be completed in Canvas prior to in-person session in order to understand that portion of the seminar. Session 1: Saturday, February 24, 2024, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in-person. About ten days before the in-person course begins, you will receive an email from Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform, inviting you to participate in the course. Please click the "Get Started" link as soon as possible to complete your profile in Canvas and access the REQUIRED pre-course materials. The lead instructor will email you with additional course information. Bring laptops or tablets. US Sailing Course Registration fee: $40. A discounted US Sailing special introductory US Sailing membership is available for first-timers during the registration process. Coffee and donuts will be provided. Lunch will be available for purchase, or you may bring your own. Registration closes February 14, 2024. Walk-In registrations are not allowed.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 2/29/2024 - 2/29/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 16 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Steve Wrigley Instructors: Stephen Wrigley, Priscilla Gettis ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one-day Judge Misconduct and an Investigator Clinic. This is a look at the role of an investigator in misconduct or potential misconduct situations. The lead instructor is Steve Wrigley, assisted by Pris Gettis. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes February 28, 2024.
	Judge Roundtable at US SAILING 3/07/2024 - 3/07/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 25 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Bill Simon Instructors: D William Simon ONLINE Judge Roundtable This is an online Roundtable that is one evening. Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm b>Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). The lead facilitator is Bill Simon. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. There is no homework, and each session will focus on discussing current and interesting topics for judges. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. Attendance is required and after successful completion each participant will earn 30 CEUs towards re-certification. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes March 6, 2024.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 3/14/2024 - 3/14/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 19 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Craig Daniels Instructors: Craig Daniels ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one-day Judge Clinic. The subject is tba. The lead instructor is Craig Daniels. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes March 13, 2024.
	Club Judge Seminar at US SAILING 3/21/2024 - 3/28/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 20 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Bruce Martinson Instructors: Bruce Martinson ONLINE Club Judge Seminar. Instructor is Bruce Martinson. This Club Judge Seminar is a two-session online program conducted via Zoom. Session 1: Thursday, March 21, 2024, 6:30 to 10:30 pm EDT (5:30-9:30 pm CDT) (3:30-7:30 PDT) Preparation Period: March 21 to March 28, 2024 Session 2: Thursday, March 28, 2024, 6:30 to 10:30 pm EDT (5:30-9:30 pm CDT) (3:30-7:30 PDT) Attendance in all sessions is required to complete and pass the course. There will be advance work that participants are REQUIRED to complete before the first session. There will be significant interactive learning situations during the seminar. There is approximately 1-2 hours of pre-course preparation required before Session 1, 7-8 hours of preparation before Session 2. This is the course for those interested in becoming a certified Club Judge. About ten days before your course begins, you will receive an email from US Sailing (notifications@instructure.com) inviting you to log into the course through Canvas, US Sailing’s online learning platform. Please click the "Get Started" link right away to complete your profile and access the course materials. The lead instructor will email you with additional course information. US Sailing Course Registration Fee: $40. Registration closes Wednesday, March 13, 2024.
	Judge Roundtable at US SAILING 4/04/2024 - 4/04/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 20 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Nancy Glover Instructors: Nancy Glover ONLINE Judge Roundtable This is an online Roundtable that is one evening. Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm b>Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). The lead facilitator is Nancy Glover. Judge Roundtables are intended only for certified judges and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by certified judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. They may not be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. There is no homework, and each session will focus on discussing current and interesting topics for judges. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing and the US Sailing Judges Manual with you. Attendance is required and after successful completion each participant will earn 30 CEUs towards re-certification. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes April 3, 2024.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 4/11/2024 - 4/11/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 18 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Steve Wrigley Instructors: Stephen Wrigley, Priscilla Gettis ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one-day Judge Misconduct Clinic. An overview of misconduct for judges looking for an overview of the subject. Focusing on Rules 2 and 69 and WS regulations. The lead instructor is Steve Wrigley, assisted by Pris Gettis. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes April 10, 2024.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 4/18/2024 - 4/18/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 20 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Craig Daniels Instructors: Craig Daniels ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one-day Judge Clinic. The subject is tba. The lead instructor is Craig Daniels. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes April 17, 2024.
	Judge Clinic at US SAILING 4/25/2024 - 4/25/2024 Enroll Now (early registration discount until ) There are 17 available slot(s) left Sign up for the waitlist to receive notification if a slot opens up. US SAILING Contact: Steve Wrigley Instructors: Stephen Wrigley, Priscilla Gettis ONLINE Judge Clinic Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Eastern. (6:00 to 9:00 pm Central; 4:00 to 7:00 pm Pacific). This is a one-day Judge Misconduct and an Investigator Clinic. This is a look at the role of an investigator in misconduct or potential misconduct situations. The lead instructor is Steve Wrigley, assisted by Pris Gettis. This Judge Clinic is open to certified judges and judges-in-training and may be used in place of, or in addition to, traditional seminars by CERTIFIED judges to gather Continuing Education points toward recertification. It may NOT be used for initial certification, which requires that the applicant attend a seminar. Certified judges will receive 30 Continuing Education Units upon completion of this clinic. About a week before the course begins you will receive an email from the lead instructor with information about course materials and any assignment you may need to prepare. You should plan to have your copy of The Racing Rules of Sailing with you. The Judge Continuing Education Events are free of charge for Certified Judges ONLY. A $25 administrative fee to US Sailing will be charged to uncertified members. Registration closes April 24, 2024.