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ILCA Foundations
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All LevelsNov 16, 2026 – Nov 21, 2026

ILCA Foundations

Formerly Learn to Laser

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Starting from
$2,800
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Starting from
$2,800
per person · charter included
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DatesNov 16, 2026 – Nov 21, 2026
Duration6 days
CoachNamkhai Bourquin
Group Size5
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About This Clinic

Designed by ISA Coach Paul Swan, PhD, this Clinic will establish a very strong foundational base in ILCA racing for sailors of all ages.

If you have experience sailing other types of boats but haven’t sailed an ILCA before, struggled with it for a while, or are used to sailing larger boats and want to develop a “dinghy feel,” then this Clinic is perfect for you.

Participants who have benefited from our “ILCA Foundations” program include Masters sailors looking to update their technique, weaker ILCA sailors seeking more control and foundational skills to boost their racing confidence, youth program sailors, Opti sailors transitioning to the ILCA, high school sailors, and many more.

Our goal is to teach you how to race the ILCA from the ground up, ensuring a strong foundation for continued performance and growth in the class.

During the clinic, we will focus on improving your boathandling and boatspeed, enabling you to feel confident and in control in various conditions.

In six days, you will learn how to race an ILCA the right way and leave with a plan to further your progression quickly.

This clinic welcomes participants of all ages.

About Your Coach
Coach Namkhai Bourquin
Namkhai Bourquin
ISA Coach

ISA coaching team.

ISA CoachILCA FoundationsInternational Competitor

What You'll Learn

  • Foundational ILCA racing skills
  • Dinghy feel for sailors coming from other boats
  • Boathandling and boatspeed control
  • Confidence in a range of conditions
  • A progression plan for continued growth

Daily Schedule

Day 1
Acceleration, Upwind Speed
Day 2
Downspeed Maneuvers and Boathandling
Day 3
Upwind Speed & Downwind Speed
Day 4
Mark Roundings
Day 5
Starting
Day 6
Racing Integration

What's Included

  • 6 days of on-water coaching with Namkhai Bourquin
  • ILCA charter boat: hull, blades, spars, and deck hardware
  • Daily video review and performance feedback
  • 1 Month Access to Virtual Coaching for New Subscribers

Not Included

  • Meals and Accommodations
  • Sail, battens, control lines, tiller & extension
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ILCA Foundations coaching session
ILCA Foundations training on Banderas Bay
ILCA Foundations sailor training on Banderas Bay
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Prerequisites: Sailing experience is required. The clinic goal is to build an extremely solid foundation from which to confidently sail or race the ILCA.