Hello Mary (and Ani),

Thank you so much for your time, coaching, food preparation, hospitality, equipment supplementation, not to mention instruction, and an overall wonderful experience at Afterguard Sailing!  I learned so much during the 2 short days we spent together and truly value the extensive depth of knowledge you provided, Mary. It was not only a breath of fresh air to learn that there is another way of coaching outside of the high stakes of competitive sailing racing, but also that there are programs such as Afterguard that focuses on sharing the joy and love of sailing. Creating life-long sailors who can’t wait to get out on the water is what we are all about at Lake Monroe Sailing in Bloomington, Indiana, and given Mary’s excellent tutelage, we are now better equipped with teaching / coaching strategies, games, and experiences to bring back to our club to further enhance our own programming. I cannot wait to share with my youth sailing program staff “orange toss Hagen das”.  Wayne Dyer once said, “people who feel empowered by your presence become kindred spirits.”  I certainly feel empowered after completing the ASA Small Boat Instructor course with Mary and the rest of the crew and hope to continue to channel your spirit as we approach our sailing season in Indiana.  I cannot thank you enough for your time, patience, flexibility, thoughtfulness, and the valuable opportunity provided. It was a pleasure to be your student. 

May you continue to have a beautiful year of sailing as you share your passion and expertise with each new student who discovers Afterguard. 

Cheers,

Lauren Morrison 

LMSA Youth Program Director