At Grande Maumelle Sailing Club...we're not just passionate about sailing; we're dedicated to excellence and community. As proud US Sailing and the Gulf Yachting Association members, we uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship, safety, and inclusivity. These partnerships allow us to offer unparalleled opportunities for training, competition, and camaraderie on the water. 

About US Sailing           

Established in 1897 and headquartered in Bristol, Rhode Island, US Sailing operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. US Sailing's primary objectives include:

• Offering training and educational initiatives for instructors and race officials.
• Supporting various sailing communities and organizations.
• Issuing offshore rating certificates.
• Overseeing competitive sailing nationwide, including the National Championships and the US Sailing Team.

US Sailing is committed to fostering sailing participation and excellence through education, competition, and equal opportunity while adhering to principles of fair play, sportsmanship, and safety.

Membership

US Sailing boasts a membership of over 45,000 sailors and 1,700 sailing organizations from across the country. Membership is open to all individuals and organizations, including sailors, coaches, trainers, managers, administrators, and officials, without discrimination based on gender, race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, or mental or physical disabilities.

Mission

US Sailing's mission is to increase sailing participation and excellence through education, competition, and equal opportunity while upholding the principles of fair play, sportsmanship, and safety.

Vision for the Future of Sailing

Sailing has become a rapidly growing sport in the US, driven by innovations in access and education and inspired by American success in international competition. The diverse sailing community is aligned around common goals for the sport, and the public has embraced it as inspiring, inclusive, and accessible.

The Grande Maumelle Sailing Club is proud to partner with US Sailing to promote sailing participation and excellence.

For more information. www.ussailing.org

About the Gulf Yachting Association (GYA)  

Founded in 1901 and reorganized in 1920, the Gulf Yachting Association (GYA) is deeply committed to promoting the sport of yacht racing along the Gulf Coast and nearby areas. Starting with six clubs, the GYA has expanded to over thirty member organizations, including the Grande Maumelle Sailing Club. The association has sanctioned various yacht events, including interclub competitions, which currently feature the Viper 640 class.

As a member of the United States Sailing Association, the GYA plays a crucial role in representing Gulf Coast sailors on a national level. It organizes quarter-final eliminations for national championships and provides an Appeals Committee for racing rule disputes. The GYA is part of "Area D," one of ten geographical areas within the US Sailing jurisdiction, with representation on the US Sailing Association's Board of Directors and the Council of Sailing Associations.

Despite being landlocked in the heartland of the US, our partnership with the GYA offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with sailing clubs across the Gulf Coast. Together, we uphold a shared passion for sailing and a dedication to promoting the sport's growth and inclusivity. Join us in celebrating the spirit of sailing, no matter where the wind may take you.

For more information:  www.gya.org