NWSA and SCYA will co-host the 2026 Women’s Sailing Conference in Southern California in collaboration with historic Long Beach Yacht Club (LBYC).

The 2026 Women’s Conference is being produced in the spirit and support of Gail Hine, who held conventions in the area for more than 30 years. A hallmark of these conventions was the opportunity for women from across the nation to convene once a year for camaraderie, networking and to advance their skillset in order to continue growing the community and advance the sport of sailing.

In 2026, the goal is to continue this tradition in a way that is sustainable and enduring. SCYA has turned to local Southern California (SoCal) women’s sailing associations and groups within it’s member clubs to identify and include key leadership in the 2026 planning effort and beyond. By collaborating with local, regional and national organizations, the 2026 Women’s Sailing Conference promises to bring together the best-of-the-best instructors, event planners, and venue to kick-off a new era of exciting women’s conferences the SoCal community can look forward to each year. We are grateful for the support of the National Women’s Sailing Association to help re-establish this event for the SoCal Area J community in 2026!

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Become a sponsor!

Your sponsorship for NWSA/SCYA 2026 Women’s Conference will help to celebrate 35 years of dedication to empowering women in sailing!

As a valued partner, SCYA is excited to put your company in the spotlight, reaching a targeted, passionate and engaged audience. Our annual Women’s Conference is a perfect fit for you to reach women sailors. Our mission to offer educational experiences, both in person and online, fostering a sense of community among women sailors across Southern California reaches women who make their own way. Be a supporter of engaging sessions, from sailing adventures to classroom learning!

Sponsor benefits are outlined below. Custom sponsorship packages are available. Contact SCYA Commodore, Jodi Masters-Gonzales (commodore@scya.org) for more details.

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