Run the race, don’t just watch it

Regatta officials play a key role in promoting, organizing and managing sailboat racing in Canada. Race management, judging and umpiring volunteers are encouraged to follow Sail Canada’s certification program.

Three ways to officiate

Many graduates of the National Race Official program have become respected volunteers at national and international level.

Race management

The race management program develops regatta management skills for volunteers who organize and run sailing competitions. It has four levels.

Judges

The judge program trains umpires and jury members to rule on protests and the racing rules.

Find an official

Hosting a regatta and need an official? Search Sail Canada’s directory.

Sign up for a club race official course

Courses run through Manitoba Sail Training.