Bermuda National Sailing Squad
The Bermuda National Sailing Squad is comprised of sailors that meet the National Standards. Provided they continue to meet the standards, BSA will support them for training and upcoming major events. Such support may include funding, advocacy to other organisations, and/or National recognition.
Other benefits include: demonstrating a National standard to sponsors; BSA managing funds on behalf of the sailor (charitable recognition); BSA’s position with the Bermuda Olympic Association (BOA), the Government, and World Sailing (WS) as the Member National Authority for Bermuda, and the Bermuda Sports Governing Authority for sailing.
BSA will maintain a role of National Sailing Directorate (NSD) – this may be a nominated individual or a sub-committee of the Board of Governors. The NSD is the principal point of contact in BSA for the Squad member.
Squad Membership
Events requiring athletes to be on the Bermuda National Sailing Squad are:
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Olympic Games
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World Sailing World Championships
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World Sailing Youth Worlds
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Pan Am Games
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Junior Pan Am Games
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Youth Olympics
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CAC Games
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Island Games
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World Sailing Team Racing Worlds
Application for Squad Membership
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Applications shall be made to join the squad.
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Membership in the squad shall continue as long as the standards continue to be met.
Standards
General
The following standards apply for all sailors. Failure to maintain the standard will result in the suspension or termination of Squad Membership and benefits. The general standards are to ensure that the sailor is committed to training; displays sportsmanship; and can represent Bermuda on the International stage.
Training, Fitness & Nutrition
On initial application, and annually thereafter, the sailor will file training/fitness/nutrition plans with BSA and have it approved. The plan should demonstrate commitment to a quality program, as determined by NSD, in consultation with coach(es), directed towards continued improvement. The sailor must agree to and follow the training recommendations to meet the aims and objectives for the coming year.
The sailor’s coach(es) shall at all times be registered with BSA, and any changes must be notified to BSA within 30 days.
Additional Criteria
Sailor must be able to demonstrate progression in their performance, as shown by performance indicators such as: comparison to performances in previous years; performance on fitness assessments; and maintenance of appropriate body composition for the class in question.
The sailor must be based at a suitable location, agreed to by NSD, making it possible for the sailor’s training plan to be carried out under regular coaching supervision.
The sailor must be able to show a history of engagement with the Bermuda National Sailing Squad, where applicable, including taking part in training camps, training groups, tests and assessments as may be scheduled from time to time.
Sailor must agree to a code of conduct; must compete as a Bermuda sailor with a “BER” ISAF Sailor ID; be a member of BSA (via Club, Class, or Association); and be ordinarily a resident in Bermuda.
Event Eligibility
Sailor shall satisfy the published qualification requirements for the event, and any other eligibility requirements, including age, residence, and BSA endorsement as required.
Event Reports
Sailor shall file event reports within 30 days of event concluding, including results, observations, and any disciplinary matters.
Event Standards
The standards below apply to regulated events, coming under WS, BOA, BSA, or any other body that has delegated eligibility and/or qualification to BSA.
Criteria are transparent and are intended to ensure that athletes representing Bermuda are of a sufficient standard to compete for Olympic and Paralympic Medals or have athletes consistently achieve top 50% results at major events.
ILCA Event grades/rankings and results/ranking points can be found at: Event Grades & Points
CAC Games
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Site:
Individual Qualifications:
CAC Tech Manual:
June 23 to July 8 2023
El Salvador
Open
Yes, Registered
Team Selection with BOA
Bermuda registered for
ILCA 6 & 7 - no country qualifier
Registration from BSA & BOA
Long List Submitted Sept 5th
N/A
Island Games
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Site:
Paris 2024 Test Event
Marseille
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Event Site:
Country Qualifications:
Individual Qualifications:
July 7 to 16, 2023
Marseille, France
Open
Yes, Registered
Team Selection with BOA
Yes, once Bermuda is qualified
Registration from BSA & BOA
TBD
One Sailor per event per MNA
Pan Am Games
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Event Site:
Country Qualifications:
Individual Qualifications:
October 20 to November 5, 2023
Santiago, Chile
Open
Yes, Registered
Team Selection with BOA
Yes, once Bermuda is qualified
Registration from BSA & BOA
TBD
World Sailing World Championships
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Site:
Country Qualifications:
Individual
Qualifications:
August 10 to 20 2023
The Hague, Netherlands
Open
Yes
Team Selection
Yes
Registration from BSA
February 10, 2023
https://allianzsailingworlds.com
World Sailing Youth Worlds
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Event Site:
WSYWC Individual Qualifications:
December 8th to 16th, 2023
Bózius, Brazil
Youth (see NoR)
Yes
Team Selection
Yes
Registration from BSA
May 1st, 2023
https://worldsailingywc.org/notice-board/
Olympic Games
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Site:
July 26 to August 11, 2024
Marseille (Paris), France
Open
Yes, Registered
Team Selection with BOA
Yes, once Bermuda is qualified
Registration from BSA & BOA
TBD
Youth Olympic Games
Date:
Location:
Age:
Bermudian:
BSA Role:
BSA Criteria:
Registration Criteria:
Apply By:
Site:
August 2026
Dakar
Youth - 14 to 18
Yes, Registered
Team Selection with BOA
Yes, once Bermuda is qualified
Registration from BSA & BOA
TBD
Anti-Doping & Drug Testing
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Sailors details will be submitted to relevant authorities by BSA and sailor will submit to testing as requested and meet all standards for Location: reporting and test results as may be required.
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Failure to meet the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) or Bermuda Sport Anti Doping Authority (BSADA) standards will result in immediate suspension whilst the matter is investigated.