2026 Doublehanded (Mixed) Offshore World Championship-Athlete Application to Represent USA

To be considered for nomination to World Sailing by the International Selection Committee of US Sailing for the 2026 Doublehanded Offshore World Championship, prospective applicants must submit this application to US Sailing.

Prospective athletes must apply as a team. Teams shall be mixed two person crews of 1 Woman and 1 Man. Please refer to
the World Sailing Transgender Policy
Co-Skippers must be current members of US Sailing and be registered as World Sailing Sailors.
At least one crewmember must have a current World Sailing Offshore Personal Survival Course “World Sailing Approved” Or US Sailing Sanctioned International Offshore Safety at Sea with Hands-On Training Certificate (or equivalant)
The two crewmembers shall be familiar with First Aid procedures, hypothermia, drowning, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and relevant communications systems
At least one crew member shall have an appropriate radio operation license recognized by a national authority
Each athlete must be national of the United States and present proof of nationality (passport) or have an approved exemption and provide proof of said exemption at the time of selection. For additional information regarding an athlete who is a national of two or more countries, has changed his or her nationality, or acquired a new nationality, refer to the Olympic Charter (Rule 41).
Registration must be endorsed by the MNA (US Sailing)

The event will run from 23 September to 2 October 2025 on Sun Fast 30OD boats to be supplied by the OA with mixed crew and without on-water assistance. Please see the NOR for specific event details: NOR

Sailing is a sport that requies proficiency in a wide range of individual skills including physical, technical, and psychological elements. For a successful double-handed team, the skills of each athlete must combine to form an effective unit.

Co-Skipper Name (Person in Charge)

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Date of Birth

Date

My gender identity is:

I am a U.S. Citizen

Do you have a valid U.S. Passport?

Date of your passport, if applicable

Date

If you have a valid U.S. Passport, upload a scan of it here.

If you answered no to the previous questions regarding citizenship and having a valid passport (green card holder for example), please explain.

Your US Sailing membership and World Sailing Sailor ID must be current.

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Your US Sailing member ID

Your World Sailing Sailor ID

I hold a current International Offshore Safety at Sea Certificate that meets World Sailing Guidelines for Safety and Personal Survivial:

My Certificate expires on:

Here is a copy of my US Sailing Sanctioned International Offshore Safety at Sea Certificate (or equivalent):

I hold a current First Aid and CPR Training:

My Certificate expires on:

Here is a copy of my First Aid and CPR Training certificate or alternative medical license:

I hold a current Radio License:

My Certificate expires on:

Here is a copy of my Radio license:

Co-Skipper Name

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Date of Birth

Date

My gender identity is:

I am a U.S. Citizen

Date of your passport, if applicable

Date

If you have a valid U.S. Passport, upload a scan of it here.

If you answered no to the previous questions regarding citizenship and having a valid passport (green card holder for example), please explain.

I hold a current International Offshore Safety at Sea Certificate that meets World Sailing Guidelines for Safety and Personal Survivial:

My Certificate expires on:

Here is a copy of my US Sailing Sanctioned International Offshore Safety at Sea Certificate (or equivalent):

I hold a current First Aid and CPR Training:

My Certificate expires on:

Here is a copy of my First Aid and CPR Training certificate or alternative medical license:

I hold a current Radio License:

My Certificate expires on:

Here is a copy of my Radio license:

Are you willingand able to cover costs associated with travel and participation in this event (expenses include but not limited too: Entry fee of 5000€ (not including 20% VAT if applicable)including charter fee; additional fees for practice/training days; housing and travel, etc.)?

What were your top 3-5 international finishes in Doublehanded Offshore Racing from 2022- 2026? Please include both finishing position, fleet size, and regatta name.

What were your top 3-5 domestic finishes in Doublehanded Offshore Racing from 2022- 2026? Please include both finishing position, fleet size, and regatta name.

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2026 Doublehanded Offshore World Championship-Athlete Application to Represent USA

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