How We Train Matters — On the Water and in Business

At Fat Bottom Girl Racing, we’re known for pushing hard on the racecourse, staying competitive in all conditions, and having a damn good time doing it. But none of that happens without one critical ingredient: training — and not just any training, but the kind that creates real, lasting success.

Whether we’re talking about fine-tuning a gybe in tight quarters or coaching a crew member into a leadership role, the principle is the same: quality training drives performance. That goes for sailing — and for business. 
Training: The Secret Behind Every Smooth Tack Every time our boat rounds a mark clean, or our crew executes a flawless kite drop, there’s training behind it. It’s hours of drills, debriefs, and shared reps. It’s communication, trust, and constant learning. 

Business is no different. Behind every successful team, every efficient handoff, and every strong close is a culture of mentorship, feedback, and high expectations. You don’t just get lucky — you train for it. You Know You’ve Done It Right When They Don’t Need You. At Fat Bottom Girl Racing, we measure success not just by trophies, but by how well our crew performs when the skipper’s not calling every move. If someone who started as a trimmer is now calling tactics or skippering another boat — that’s a win. That means we trained well. 

Same in business. If your team members are growing, leading, and mentoring others — even if they move on to new roles — your impact scales. Great training creates independence. Great trainers build leaders. 
What We Teach on the Water Applies Everywhere: Sailing teaches adaptability, communication, and resilience — qualities every business needs. In both arenas, things change fast. The wind shifts. The market moves. You get knocked down. And you’ve got to know what to do without freezing or waiting for someone else to solve it. At FBG Racing, we create an environment where people learn by doing — safely, intentionally, and with room to make mistakes. We’re building thinkers, not just doers. The same mindset works wonders in any team or company. 

Legacy Is Built Through Others Fat Bottom Girl Racing isn’t just about this season — it’s about building something that lasts long after any one of us hangs up our foulies. That means investing in people: teaching, mentoring, giving space, and holding the bar high. If we want this team, and the sport, and our businesses to thrive for decades, we’ve got to build strong foundations. Training is that foundation. 

Final Word: If You Want to Win — Train Like It Matters At Fat Bottom Girl Racing, we don’t just train to race — we train to lead. To grow. To pass on what we’ve learned and raise the standard. Whether you’re on our bow, in our business network, or learning how to run a team of your own, remember this: You’ll know you trained well when your people succeed without you. And when that happens — on the water or in the boardroom — you can smile, step back, and know your impact will keep sailing on. Want to collaborate with FBG Racing on coaching, crew development, or leadership training? Let’s talk. We’re here to grow the sport, grow the game, and grow people who love both.

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