Rooster January 2026

World and European Laser (now ILCA) champion Steve Cockerill  AKA Rooster, is returning to Cabarete for the second straight year, bringing his innovative coaching methods to Cabarete’s conditions.

Designed for sailors who already race and can comfortaley tack and jibe in 14 knots of wind.

High-Intensity Sessions

January 9- 23, 2026 Coaching every other day format..

What Makes This Training Special?

These unique 1.5-hour high-intensity sessions will feature Steve coaching sailors while actively sailing his own ILCA 6 on the water alongside participants. Experience the groundbreaking “learn to improve while racing” concept that focuses on simultaneous skill development across all aspects of racing. Unlike traditional coaching sessions that isolate specific skills (upwind technique, downwind sailing, or tacking practice), these sessions integrate all race course elements in real-time competitive scenarios.

Session Format

• Duration: 1.5 hours per on water session
• Course: Short up wind down wind and triangle racing format
• Focus: Complete race course skill integration
• Sessions with Steve are offered every other day, allowing sailors to work on new skills, spend time with family/friends or work.

Training Dates

January 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23; providing sailors with:

• Intensive coaching days with Steve
• “Homework” practice days between sessions
• Opportunity to apply lessons learned and prepare for the next coaching session
• Choose best dates for you but there is a Minimum five days session.

Why This Works?

This comprehensive approach to race training has proven to be some of the most effective regatta preparation available. By working on all race course aspects simultaneously, sailors experience:

• Real racing conditions and decision-making pressure
• Immediate feedback and correction opportunities
• Integrated skill development that translates directly to regatta performance
• Challenging, dynamic learning environment

FAQ

I am coming all the way from ____________, and you are offering just 1.5 hours of sailing every other day?

Well first of it’s 1.5 hour on the water and an additional after sail sunset debrief with coach Steve. So if you add the time it takes to get the boats on the water, and derig, we are at the normal +/- 4 hours a day around sailing that traditional clinics offer.

The 1.5 hour on the water is very intensive and usually most (master) sailors most master sailors feel it’s perfect for training with precise focus. As this is a clinic for racers, we avoid just chilling on the water.

On the “days off” we will set up marks and conduct fleet sailing for those who want to work on their new acquired skills.

The scheduling was highly appreciated by sailors who wanted to also spend time with non sailing friends and family enjoying Cabarete as a winter vacation.

Fees: Laser charter + coaching  $150.00 a day.

For registration and more information email ari@caribwind.com

For registration and more information email ari@caribwind.com