Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need sailing experience to join the Texas A&M Sailing Team?
A: No. We can teach you everything you need to know, but experienced sailors are welcome.
A: No. We can teach you everything you need to know, but experienced sailors are welcome.
Q: Where do you practice?
A: Lake Bryan. The lake is only 15 minutes north from campus.
A: Lake Bryan. The lake is only 15 minutes north from campus.
Q: If I'm a Grad student can I still sail?
A: Yes you can. We have Grad students who are currently on the team and very active. The regattas we sail in are only for Undergraduate students, but everyone is welcome to travel and practice as part of the team. There are clinics and "scrub" or non-competing boats to sail in at some regattas.
A: Yes you can. We have Grad students who are currently on the team and very active. The regattas we sail in are only for Undergraduate students, but everyone is welcome to travel and practice as part of the team. There are clinics and "scrub" or non-competing boats to sail in at some regattas.
Q: How much are dues?
A: $80 per semester, which covers traveling to all regattas, boats and their maintenance and any district and school fees the team is responsible for. Private lessons at most Yacht clubs can range from $75 to $100 an hour, so this is by far the least expensive way to get involved in the sailing community.
A: $80 per semester, which covers traveling to all regattas, boats and their maintenance and any district and school fees the team is responsible for. Private lessons at most Yacht clubs can range from $75 to $100 an hour, so this is by far the least expensive way to get involved in the sailing community.
Q: Where are the regattas?
A: Regattas are held on the weekends at the hosting school's facilities. For instance, when t.u. hosts a regatta, we sail on Lake Travis and are housed by thier team members.
A: Regattas are held on the weekends at the hosting school's facilities. For instance, when t.u. hosts a regatta, we sail on Lake Travis and are housed by thier team members.