This document provides guidance on briefing and debriefing for sailing instructors. It recommends including the objective, sailing area, timings, safety procedures, communication methods, crafts, student levels and progression in the brief. Instructors should communicate clearly and concisely, check for understanding, and use visual aids tailored to different learning styles. The debrief should occur as soon as possible after and focus on positives while also providing constructive criticism and solutions for improvement. Instructors should get feedback from students and emphasize reinforcing good performance with praise.