Oakcliff Sailing

Oakcliff Sailing was founded in 2010 by Hunt and Betsy Lawrence to raise the caliber of sailing in the United States - and put American sailors back on top of the podium. Located on the North Shore of Long Island in Oyster Bay, we boast an expert collection of directors, coaches, and industry leaders; as well as the largest fleets of Nacra 17s, 49ers, 49er FXs, and Match 40s in the US. Our facilities include an impressive sail loft, rigging and composites shop, gym, and a state-of-the-art bunkhouse. Oakcliff continues to grow leaps each year, with programs ranging from inshore racing, to high performance, to offshore and match racing. Beginning in 2020, Oakcliff expanded to partner with the U.S Performance Academy to bring an accredited high school to Oakcliffs campus in Oyster Bay. The clinics and coaching at Oakcliff are unparalleled thanks to the world-class staff and graduates. Executive Director Dawn Riley, who was the first American to compete in three Americas Cups and two ...