What does a PRO do? They are the "conductor" of our races. They set the course, run the race, and do the scoring.  In our PRO training you will learn how to do all of this! Sound overwhelming? We promise it's easier than it sounds. 

In this training you will learn:

• Course Selection: How to select a course using the STYC course selection sheet/tool.
• Postponements: How to delay/postpone a race when necessary. (No wind!)
• Starting: How to set a start line and start a race - What is included in the start sequence. (classes, flags, horn..)
• The Racing Rules of Sailing: Generically, as they relate to STYC starts and finishes. (over early, barging, collision with committee boat, general recall, etc)
• Finishing: How to shorten course if necessary, score boats as they come in, including method for multiple boats, and how to publish results.
• Protests: Learn what is needed for a racer to make a successful protest and who to contact in the event of a protest.
• Emergency Planning: Reviewing the STYC Emergency Plan, discussing how to manage situations, and what emergency services to contact.

The complete training seminar will include class time and the opportunity to sign up as a PRO-in-training for on the water instruction. The classroom portion is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours of instruction. On the water time will be available for sign up after the classroom time.

STYC is a volunteer run organization and in order to keep putting on the awesome races, we need more volunteers! In an effort to get more Principle Race Officers (PROs) we are having a training seminar to get more racers involved and educated on how our races run. Not only will this give you the opportunity to learn to be a PRO, you will also learn more about the racing rules of sailing…Which will make you a better sailor!

If this sounds interesting to you... Join us on November 22, 2026 at the Ballard VFW.

If you're registering and are not a STYC Member, please consider making a donation when you arrive at the event to offset the costs of snacks, beverages, and training materials.