In late 2023, I went through a rigorous evaluation process and was selected as a nationwide U.S. Sailing Instructor Trainer…. Basically an instructor of instructors. It’s quite an honor. In early 2024, I co-taught my first 3-day instructor course with a “Master Trainer” and received the final blessing to go at it alone.

In June 2024, the “nationwide” aspect of this new role kicked in — I had the opportunity to fly to New York to evaluate 5 instructor candidates. Sailing the Hudson for three days was an awesome experience, and I look forward to more work around the US in this exciting new role.