Ben Saxton on Upwind Sailing
Our next Winter Racing Forum will take place on Thursday 9th December 2021 at 18:00 hrs, both in the Clubhouse and on Zoom, making it easy for members of all ages to attend.
Ben Saxton competed at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, in the mixed Nacra 17. Ben’s expertise lies at the top end of One Design sailing, holding many current and past European and World titles. He has spent most of his time in the 470 and Nacra 17 Olympic classes, along with many years in most sports boats, with experience also onboard Swans, Commodores Cup Campaigns and Farr 45s. He has a wealth of experience across many disciplines.
Ben will be leading our third Winter Race Forum on the subject of sailing upwind. Bring to the forum any questions you have and get set for a masterclass!
Book now for seats in the Club and for the Zoom details
The event is free of charge and open to all members. Please book your place at the Forum via My Club Account* (using the link below) well in advance of the event, whether attending the Forum in the Club or online via Zoom.
Attend in the Club: please note that there will be a limit to the number of seats available and set out, therefore the sooner you book, the better!
Attending via Zoom, please note that for safeguarding purposes we will NOT be able to share the zoom details publicly and need to keep a record of who is attending. Please book your free ticket on My Club Account* using the link below.
Please book by 16:00 hrs on the day of the event, indicating whether you will attend in person or online. Your booking confirmation email will include Zoom login details.
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The Race Forum will start at 18:00 prompt, so we recommend you arrive in good time to get a drink from the bar to take to your seat in the Island Room. If you have reserved a table for supper it will be reserved in the booking name in the River Room. All rooms will be well-ventilated with the CO2 monitored and recorded each week. Do remember to bring layers to keep warm as windows will be open.
Book your supper by Sunday 5th December!
On this occasion, the restaurant will be open for pre-booked food only. Members should order suppers no later than Sunday 5th December, along with any dietary requirements.
Log in to My Club Account to book seats and suppers here
Please note: any cancellations after Sunday 5th December will payable/non-refundable.