Sailing is a two-season sport, competing inter-scholastically in both the fall and spring seasons. Normal practice time is right after school, till about 1745. Students may be picked up at t
High school sailing is a coed sport, where girls and boys compete equally, on the same footing, together.
Sailing is an athletic endeavor; students are expected to train, work out, and be in shape. For better or worse, one reality is that sailing is also a weight-sensitive sport. 2-person teams in a boat are usually competitive at a maximum combined weight of 300 lbs.

FAQ’s

    Q: Must team members compete in both seasons to be on the team?
A: No, students may try out/sign up for one season. Generally, most  all of our top sailors sail in both seasons, but it is not a requirement. Also, the spring season is considered our most important, championship season.

Q: Are there cuts in sailing?
A: No, Severn does not cut sailors, especially in the fall, but we do have roster limitations. The roster closes at 40  students.