Oakcliff Sailing is on a mission to build American leaders through sailing. What is Oakcliff? A nonprofit, a sailing facility, hands-on job training, and an accelerated pathway for sailors aspiring to the America’s Cup, the Olympics, and the around the world races. It’s a program for sailors 15 and up who want to develop their sailing, both on the water and off. In the words of Program Director Ethan Johnson, it’s “living and breathing sailing 24/7.”

It’s an incredible concept; it seemed too good to be true. We went there. We were blown away. Watch.

 

 

This is the first video in the Harken Blockheads series at Oakcliff Sailing Center:

  1. Oakcliff: A Blockheads Documentary
  2. Advice for making a living in sailing
  3. Two Oakcliff Pathways
  4. Meet the Fleet

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What exactly is a Blockhead? If you are totally obsessed with how to rig and sail your boat, you might already be one! Join the community of Blockheads to learn more about the sport, engage with others and share sailing experiences. This site serves as the hub for Blockheads globally, where you can discover how to join, media, tips and tricks, contests, and events. This program is all about YOU and we want to hear from everyone! Not seeing something? Your feedback is crucial, feel free to shoot us a comment or message.