We are the Narrows Race Team!

The Narrows Race Team is where advanced campers go to take their sailing to the next level and explore the world of sailboat racing.

Gig Harbor Junior Sailing and the Tacoma Yacht Club partner to offer opportunities for sailors of ages 8-18 to bring their sailing, confidence, independence, and leadership skills to new heights. This team-oriented atmosphere encourages sailors to grow both through cooperation in a sports team setting, as well as through competition at regattas.

Our Narrows Race Team sailors practice & compete through Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons, building strong sailing habits in Gig Harbor and testing their mettle in regattas all over Western Washington and Northern Oregon.

Who is NRT for?
Ages 8-18 eligible with instructor recommendation
Opti Race Team - ages 8-15 - for young sailors to build strong foundations
JV Race Team - ages 13-18 -  for teens to learn racing fundamentals
Varsity Race Team - ages 14-18 - for teens ready to compete at a higher level
NRT is for sailors who want to be competitive, push themselves, and support their team!

When does NRT sail?
Three seasons: - Spring: March - June
 - Summer: June - September
 - Fall: September - November
Practices: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Opti: Tuesdays & Thursdays
 - Junior Varsity: Mondays & Wednesdays
 - Varsity: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
 Note: varies by season
Regattas (competitions): About every other weekend on average - full weekend events

Who is NRT for?

Ages 8-18 eligible with instructor recommendation
Opti Race Team - ages 8-15 - for young sailors to build strong foundations
JV Race Team - ages 11-16 - for young teens to learn racing fundamentals
Varsity Race Team - ages 13-18 - for teens ready to compete at a new level
NRT is for sailors who want to be competitive, push themselves, and support their team!

When does NRT sail?

Three seasons:
- - Spring: March - June
- - Summer: June - September
- - Fall: September - November
Practices: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- - Opti: Tuesdays & Thursdays
- - Junior Varsity: Mondays & Wednesdays
- - Varsity: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
- Note: varies by season
Regattas (competitions): About every other weekend on average - full weekend events

Here are some great videos that explain sailboat racing:

What Youth Sailboat Racing is All About

How A Sailing Race is Set and Navigated

How the Fastest Sailors Sail

Different Forms of Sailboat Racing

How to make a bailer - required for participation
(Arizona Tea jugs work well for this)

NRT Rules and Responsibilities Form

See our Narrows Race Team Offerings

No sailing experience, but want to race?

Sail Camp is a great way to get started on your racing journey!

Sail Camp is a great place for beginners to learn and those already comfortable with sailing to build new skills. We do not require boating experience, but comfort in and around water is a great idea! Our supportive and experienced staff work with youth and families to create the best experience possible for all sailors. The key ingredient to a successful camp experience is excitement, we'll take care of the rest!

See our Sail Camp offerings here

A day of camp will look a lot like this: