May 31, 2025 19:01 EST

Racing Clinic lead by Mark Gise at the 68th Governor’s Cup The Carolina Sailing Club is excited to announce a racing clinic as part of the 68th Annual Governor’s Cup Regatta led by Mark Gise—a two-time Governor’s Cup Champion - one of the most competitive sailors in the Southeast. Mark is known for his sharp tactical instincts, clean starts, and smooth boat handling, and he’s been a consistent top-10 finisher at national-level championships in the highly competitive one-design Thistle class. His ability to perform across a range of conditions, venues, and especially many other boat classes too makes him a formidable presence on the water on any given day. This clinic is a unique opportunity to gain insight from someone who races at the highest level of the sport. Don’t miss out. Clinic Schedule & Format Friday, June 13 Start Time: 12:00 PM (Noon) Location: Kickoff briefing at the Glass House On-Water Session Includes Boat handling and sail trim coaching Practice starts to improve timing, positioning, and acceleration Real-time tips and individual feedback from Mark to help you move to the front Saturday, June 14 After Saturday’s racing, join us for an informal debrief session, where Mark will: Break down the day’s racing Share tactical insight and speed tips Answer questions and offer advice tailored to your performance and goals Who Should Attend? This clinic is open to all participants, at no additional cost, of the 68th Governor’s Cup, no matter your class or experience level. Whether it’s your first regatta or your fiftieth, Mark’s expertise will help you build confidence and race smarter. Registration Info Be sure to include that you will be attending the Friday clinic when you register for the regatta. Arrive by Friday, June 13 at noon to take full advantage of this hands-on racing. We look forward to seeing you on the water! ...