Types of Boats

There are many types of boats for different numbers of crew.

Types of Boats

Regattas

Learn more about how regattas, or sailing races, are structured.

History

History

Learn about how sailing changed history.

History

Sailing Near You

Sailing can be done in any region of the U.S.

Sailing Near You

Want to Quiz Yourself?

• What is a regatta?

  A sailing race consisting of a series of boat or yacht races
  A rule of the road
  Part of the boat used to keep the boat balanced
  Part of the boat used to change direction
  

• Who controls the boat?

  Tactician
  Main trimmer
  Skipper/Helmsman
  Pitman
  

• What side is the starboard side of the boat?

  Left
  Right
  Front
  Whatever side is facing the wind