Cowboy Up Clinic - ILCA and OPTI training this summer!

Join us this summer for an incredible opportunity to sharpen your sailing skills! From June 30 to July 3, join the Cowboy Up - Opti and ILCA Clinic at the Fort Worth Boat Club for four days of focused coaching with world-class coaches. Get invaluable training, connect with fellow racers, and prepare for the regatta season ahead.

Experience World-Class Coaching

The clinic offers an extraordinary opportunity to learn from elite coaches with a wealth of experience in both Optimist and ILCA racing. These dedicated professionals are passionate about helping each participant reach their potential.

Clinic Coaches

Juan Carlos Romero – ILCA/Optimist RWB Lead Coach

FWBC Sailing Director

US National & Development Team Coach

Steve Mitchell – ILCA Elite Coach

Star Class Olympian

Team USA ILCA Olympic Coach

Edgar Diminich – Optimist RWB Lead Coach

USODA National Team Coach

Former IODA South American Champion

Val Herrscher – Optimist RWB Advanced Coach

FWBC Team Head Coach

This is an excellent chance to receive world-class training and learn from top coaches before the Texas Youth Race Week Regatta, which will be on July 10 to 13 at Texas Corinthian Yacht Club.

Click below to register for the 2025 Cowboy Up Clinic!

Cowboy Up Clinic Registration

To learn more about the FWBC Junior Sailing Program, visit our official website:

FWBC Junior Page