Racing at BCSA
Racing with Browns Creek Sailing Association is open, welcoming, and fun, whether you’re brand new to racing or a seasoned competitor.
You do not have to be a club member to participate in most races, and sailors of all experience levels are encouraged to join us on the water.
Series Racing
BCSA offers three racing series throughout the year, with opportunities for both:
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Dinghy fleets
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Keelboat fleets
Our series racing focuses on:
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Skill development
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Friendly competition
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Safe, well-run events
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Learning by doing
Check the Race Calendar for schedules, fleet details, and race-day information.
Regattas & Special Events
In addition to weekly and series racing, BCSA hosts and participates in several exciting regattas throughout the year, including:
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St. Patrick’s Day Regatta
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Mayor’s Cup
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Tennessee Valley Challenge Cup (TVCC)
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Great River Race
The Great River Race
Held each October, the Great River Race is a 24-hour endurance race covering approximately 65 miles of river. It is widely recognized as the longest inland river race in the United States, drawing sailors from across the region and beyond.
Tennessee Valley Challenge Cup (TVCC)
BCSA is an active participant in the Tennessee Valley Challenge Cup, an annual friendly regatta involving five sailing clubs along the Tennessee River in Alabama and Tennessee.
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Venue rotates each year between participating clubs
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Focused on camaraderie, competition, and bragging rights
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Open to BCSA members
For current location and details, refer to the Race Calendar.
New to Racing?
No problem. Many of our racers started with zero racing experience. You’ll find:
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Helpful skippers and crews
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A supportive learning environment
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Opportunities to crew before skippering
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Plenty of dockside advice after the finish
If you’re curious about racing, the best way to learn is to come sail with us.
👉 Ready to race?
Check the Race Calendar and join us on the starting line ⛵