Our Coaches
Committed to the Development and Safety of our Young Sailors Our US Sailing Certified Coaches and Instructors are experienced sailors with a love of teaching sailing to the next generation. Every Coach and Instructor we hire is prepared to share their diverse experiences in sailing with our program’s youth to engage and motivate them to succeed both on and off the water. All of our Coaches and Instructors are required to have the following certifications:
| 2019-2020 COACHES Executive Director - Kelley Severns Opti Green Fleet - Olivia Hanley Opti RWB - Evan Occhino 420 Race - Eric Van Gennip Venice High School - John Thomas Adventure Sailing - Annabelle Riggs, Anthony Gosner |
Our Board of Directors
Committed to the Safe, Efficient and Fun Operations of VYBA
Our Board of Directors is a highly effective group of community leaders, parents and sailors working hard to make sure the VYBA operates effectively and efficiently.
Edmund (Ed) B. Campbell, III - Chair
Richard (Dick) Lawson - Secretary
Florence Fauls - Vice Chair
Joseph A. Occhino - Treasurer
Richard “Dick” Hitchcock - Director
Shaun D. Graser D.M.D. - Director
Donald D. Hay - Director
Michael Kirk - Director
Ken Modzewleski - Director
Kim Whiteman - Director
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CONTACT US:
Executive Director - Kelley Severns
1330 Tarpon Center Drive, Venice, FL 34285
941-468-1719
director@veniceyouthboating.com