Zim and the JSA of LIS Partner to Bring Roundtable to Long Island Sound

Mid-Atlantic Zim Regional Roundtable Scheduled for March 8th & 9th

BRISTOL, R.I. (January 25, 2024) - Zim Sailing and the Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound (JSA of LIS) are proud to announce a partnership to host a special 2-Day Mid-Atlantic Regional Roundtable at Stamford Yacht Club on March 8th and 9th, 2024.

With the JSA of LIS celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year, the ongoing partnership between Zim Sailing and Regional Sailing Associations provides a perfect opportunity to bring the popular collaboration event to the Mid-Atlantic Region.

"2024 marks the 100th year of support for junior sailing programs by the JSA of LIS," said Bob Whittredge, Executive Director. "The JSA coordinates educational activities to enhance the effectiveness of its member junior sailing programs in the Long Island Sound region, and this Zim Regional Roundtable will be a fine opportunity for program leaders from the entire Mid-Atlantic region to share experiences and gain insights during this 100th year of JSA’s history.”

The Mid-Atlantic Regional Roundtable will be a special 2-Day event, with a “Competitive Sailing” focus on Friday and a “Recreational/Learn to Sail” focus on Saturday. Attendees are expected from all parts of the Long Island Sound region to share, learn, and collaborate on ways to improve sailing activities within their region. Participants are also encouraged and expected to attend from all over the Tri-State area and as far south as Annapolis, MD.

“Sailing for so many of us is more than a sport, but a life-long passion where the opportunity to learn never ends”, commented Tim Clark, Board Chair for the Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound. “All of us associated with the JSA of LIS applaud Zim’s commitment to organizing these regional Roundtables where we will have the opportunity to connect, share ideas, and continue to learn.”

Focused topics within the “Competitive” and “Recreational/Learn to Sail” daily sessions are not fully developed yet, but will be published on Zim’s Regional Roundtable webpage once finalized. Zim and JSA of LIS are open to suggestions from registrants about topics of interest, and those suggestions can be emailed to David Neely at neely.dave@gmail.com. Participants are welcome to attend one or both days of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Roundtable, but are advised that there are two separate registration forms for the “Competitive” and “Recreational/Learn to Sail” sessions.

Registration for the Mid-Atlantic “Competitive Sailing” Regional Roundtable on Friday, March 8 can be found here - (https://forms.gle/KBLRKz86YP3g6aBx5)

Registration for the Mid-Atlantic “Recreational/Learn to Sail” Regional Roundtable on Saturday, March 9 can be found here - (https://forms.gle/sbo6vtwADPNxiMRx9)

Registration for the Zim Sailing Regional Roundtables are always FREE, and include a light breakfast, free lunch compliments of Gowrie Group - Risk Strategies, and attendee swag bag. The complete Zim Sailing Regional Roundtables updated schedules, registration links, and resources can be found at www.zimsailing.com/regional-roundtablesIf an individual, club, or Regional Sailing Association is interested in hosting a Zim Regional Roundtable, please reach out to Josh Toso, Director of Marketing for Zim Sailing/Starting Line Sailing at Josh@StartingLineSailing.com.

Media contact and inquiries: Josh Toso, Director of Marketing, Starting Line Sailing Inc., Josh@StartingLineSailing.com

About Zim Sailing

Zim Sailing is the largest dinghy sailboat manufacturer and distributor in North America. Zim Sailing builds the highest quality sailboats available with manufacturing facilities at their headquarters in Bristol, RI, and also distributes several first-rate brands of sailboats including the RS Sailing product line and the Fighter Optimist dinghy. Zim Sailing is the foremost provider of sailboat parts and accessories, sailing apparel/gear, and charters for sailing regattas across the country, and one of the largest supporters/sponsors of sailboat racing in North America. Zim Sailing is passionate about the sport of sailing and is committed to providing the highest level of service for our customers and the sailing community. For more information, please visit www.zimsailing.com

About Zim Sailing Regional Roundtables

The Zim Sailing Regional Roundtables serve as a platform for individuals and organizations within the sailing community to connect, network, share concerns and best practices, learn from one another, and ultimately help each other develop solutions focused on their specific region of the country. Zim Sailing Regional Roundtables allow anyone interested in participating to contribute to the growth and development of sailing activities in their area. For more information, please visit www.zimsailing.com/regional-rountables

About Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound

The Junior Sailing Association of Long Island Sound, founded in 1924 and currently celebrating its Centennial, supports over 2,400 junior sailors at 43 member programs by fostering and coordinating programs and activities that encourage them to experience the joy of sailing and instill a life-long love of this great sport. For more information, please visit www.jsalis.org