Draycote Academy update Draycote Academy update Winter program really does support sailors' development That's a wrap for the 2024/25 Academy training, and we can see our winter program, with an ethos of time on the water, really does support sailor's development. While podiums and event wins are great we also focus on supporting sailors at all levels. by David Rowe Posted 3 Apr 10:34 BST Official program for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Official program for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta The release of the official program for the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta We are thrilled to announce the release of the official program for the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, taking place from April 16th to 21st. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 3 Apr 09:47 BST 2025 Chile World Cup Masters Overall 2025 Chile World Cup Masters Overall Masters finalists deliver explosive showdown The Masters division lit up the lineup today at the 5 Star World Cup, as four legends of wave riding battled it out in a fiercely contested final under the Chilean sun at the legendary Topocalma. by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 3 Apr 09:45 BST Roadford Lake SC Winter series Roadford Lake SC Winter series 23 entries boosted by ILCAs from Saltash The Roadford Lake Sailing Club winter series finished last Sunday (30 March 2025) in sparkling conditions, the final two races won by local sailor Norman Halstead in his Supernova. by Richard Willows Posted 3 Apr 09:34 BST Discover sailing at Dovestone Discover sailing at Dovestone Try a short sail just outside Manchester this May Would you like a chance to get out on the water for 30 minutes with an experienced sailor and see if the sport of dinghy sailing appeals to you? by Nik Lever Posted 3 Apr 08:09 BST Medway RC Laser Club Winter Series week 10 Medway RC Laser Club Winter Series week 10 A blast for the end of the series A great breeze from the NW and showing just over 20 knots to run the last race in the Winter Series. This is the last race before sailing on much bigger dinghies and yachts for most of our racers. by Jamie Blair Posted 2 Apr 21:01 BST Topper Winter Championships at WPNSA Topper Winter Championships at WPNSA 135 Toppers took to the eagerly anticipated wild waters and winds of Weymouth The much awaited ITCA Winter Championships finally arrived early March and over 135 Toppers took to the eagerly anticipated wild waters and winds of Weymouth. There was a great buzz around WPNSA as we got our boats ready. by Toby Turner & Hayley Turner Posted 2 Apr 20:34 BST Performance Meets Comfort Performance Meets Comfort Discover the attributes of Henri-Lloyd's Dynamic Dri Fast Tees Engineered for performance, the Dynamic Dri Fast T-Shirts feature HeiQ Mint anti-odour technology, mechanical stretch, and UPF 50 protection, all while offering moisture-wicking panels and a recycled fabric design for the ultimate in comfort. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 2 Apr 19:00 BST Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 3 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 3 Consistency is keynote as Sofía moves to finals phase With classes moving into the Gold fleet phase today at the 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels on Mallorca's Bay of Palma so the intensity stepped up and consistency became most important. by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía Posted 2 Apr 18:31 BST Ancasta Spring Boat Show opens next week Ancasta Spring Boat Show opens next week Step aboard a variety of yachts, multihulls and performance RIBs - all in one location Join us at our Hamble office in Port Hamble, near Southampton to step aboard a variety of Motor Yachts, Sailing Yachts, Sailing Multihulls and Performance RIBs - all in one location. by Ancasta Posted 2 Apr 17:00 BST Wetwheels Cymru is formed Wetwheels Cymru is formed Unlocking boating access for disabled communities in Wales Right now, there is no dedicated Wetwheels boat in Wales — meaning thousands of disabled people are missing out on the freedom, confidence and wellbeing that these opportunities provide. by Ginger Agency Posted 2 Apr 16:33 BST BFSLYC Landyacht series round 1 at Brean BFSLYC Landyacht series round 1 at Brean A good wind and weather forecast ensured a good turnout across 4 classes Brean Sand Yacht Club hosted the first 2025 round of the BFSLYC Landyacht series for class 2/3, Standart and Mini yachts. by Nick Heather Posted 2 Apr 12:55 BST A united bid for clean water in Northern Ireland A united bid for clean water in Northern Ireland 7 water-based National Governing Bodies have come together to tackle the problem Seven of Northern Ireland's water-based National Governing Bodies have come together to tackle the growing issue of polluted water in Northern Ireland. by RYA Northern Ireland Posted 2 Apr 12:00 BST International Moth Northerns at Rutland International Moth Northerns at Rutland The first event which the Switch has joined in with The first of the Moth Opens took place over the weekend of the 29th and 30th March and after the success of the Dinghy Show even a sketchy forecast could not put off the Moth or Switch sailors with this being the first event of the year. by Gareth Davies Posted 2 Apr 11:23 BST MAC 24 Hour Challenge in Cape Town MAC 24 Hour Challenge in Cape Town Strong south-easter tests Milnerton sailors The Enterprise Dinghy CV6 lost its mast, a Gypsy Dinghy from Plumstead Adults snapped their centreboard, while other boats had to do running repairs to complete this year's MAC 24 Hr Challenge held at Milnerton Aquatic Club this weekend. by Mark Algra Posted 2 Apr 10:37 BST Nautically inspired jewellery from Angela Lago Nautically inspired jewellery from Angela Lago Beautifully made nautical-inspired jewellery There's something we all seem to share as true lovers of the sea—especially those of us drawn to the nautical world. It's a deep connection with authenticity, nature, and the undeniable pull of freedom. by S. Whitaker Posted 2 Apr 09:30 BST Stone to kick off GJW Direct Phantom Super Series Stone to kick off GJW Direct Phantom Super Series Series begins on the River Blackwater this weekend Just a few days before Stone SC host the first of the 2025 Super Series to be held in the eastern region. The two day event consisting of a six race series over the weekend of the 5th/6th April will be sailed on the waters of the River Blackwater. by Michael Webster Posted 2 Apr 09:21 BST UK teams ready for J/70 Corinthian Europeans UK teams ready for J/70 Corinthian Europeans The inaugural event will bring together over 50 international teams Cascais is set to host the highly anticipated inaugural J/70 Corinthian European Championship from April 1st to April 6th, 2025. by Ruby Dent Posted 2 Apr 08:30 BST 2025 Chile World Cup Overall 2025 Chile World Cup Overall Emotions ran high as finalists were crowned in Chile The 2025 Chile World Cup concluded in spectacular fashion on Finals Day at Topocalma, where perfect lines, offshore wind, and high drama combined for one of the most memorable days in World Wave Tour history. by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 2 Apr 06:58 BST BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival Day 1 BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival Day 1 Round Tortola Race for the Nanny Cay Cup goes to Airgasm and Warthog Today was a fast one for those racing in the Round Tortola Race for the Nanny Cay Cup event as breeze in the low 20s, hitting the high 20s during several big squalls that blasted through the course, kept sailors on their toes and weight on the rails. by Michelle Slade / BVISR Posted 2 Apr 04:57 BST Poole Regatta to Host IRC Europeans in 2026 Poole Regatta to Host IRC Europeans in 2026 4 days of competitive racing in a spectacular environment The enviable track record Poole has built for hosting unmissable regattas continues in 2026 with the inclusion of the prestigious IRC European Championship as an integral element of racing, alongside multiple class starts. by Chris Jones Posted 1 Apr 21:54 BST RS400 TridentUK Northern Tour at Leigh & Lowton RS400 TridentUK Northern Tour at Leigh & Lowton A 38mph gust was recorded on the committee boat A warm welcome at Leigh and Lowton SC was provided to twelve RS400s for the first event of the TridentUK Northern Tour of 2025. Just one race was planned before lunch by the PRO, Mike Baldwin. A SW F2-4 made conditions quite tricky. by Dave Exley Posted 1 Apr 21:49 BST IRC Welsh National Championship preview IRC Welsh National Championship preview Entry now open for event in May Please remember to add to your itinerary the dates for the IRC Welsh National Championships 2025, hosted by Clwb Hwylio Pwllheli Sailing Club, Royal Dee Yacht Club, and the Welsh National Sailing Academy and Event Centre, here at Plas Heli. by Stephen Tudor Posted 1 Apr 20:41 BST Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 2 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 2 It does not get better than this, with a sparkling spring sea breeze An afternoon of warm sunshine with 10-12k knots of thermal wind saw all seven course areas operating in champagne conditions, a reminder there is no better place in the world for early season Olympic racing on this scale. by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía Posted 1 Apr 20:09 BST DF95 National Championship at Lincoln DF95 National Championship at Lincoln A perfect weekend, only missing Mediterranean temperatures Where do I start with such a perfect weekend of sailing? The only thing that was missing was Mediterranean temperatures. by Nigel Barrow Posted 1 Apr 19:45 BST Lords of Tram GKA Big Air Kite World Cup France Lords of Tram GKA Big Air Kite World Cup France Brazil's Mikaili Sol back with a bang to take title in epic Lords of Tram final The 2025 GKA Big Air Kite World Cup kicked off in Barcares, France, on Saturday, with the Tramontana wind roaring at full force. by Gemma Hamaini Posted 1 Apr 18:54 BST World Sailing Race Officials Training programme World Sailing Race Officials Training programme Available to Member National Authorities to apply for on an annual basis World Sailing is proud to announce the launch of a new education programme for Race Officials. by World Sailing Posted 1 Apr 18:53 BST 2025 Chile World Cup day 5 2025 Chile World Cup day 5 Emotions ran high as finalists were crowned in Chile The Chile World Cup saw emotional scenes on the beach as exhausted but elated riders returned to shore, having just secured their places in the finals of one of the most iconic events on the World Wave Tour calendar. by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 1 Apr 18:17 BST Triggernaut sponsors Scorpion Youth Series Triggernaut sponsors Scorpion Youth Series Initiative provides young sailors with the opportunity to develop their skills Triggernaut Sports Glasses, a leading brand in high-performance sports eyewear, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the prestigious Scorpion Sailing Youth Series. This partnership underscores Triggernaut's commitment to the sport. by Simon Lovesey Posted 1 Apr 16:52 BST Haydn Griffiths Memorial Trophy at Leigh & Lowton Haydn Griffiths Memorial Trophy at Leigh & Lowton Raising funds for the RNLI to honour the tragic loss of young club member Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club continues to honour the tragic loss of young Haydn Griffiths in his early season race day, also a fitting fundraiser for the RNLI. It continues to be a popular and significant day in the club's calendar. by Richard Catchpole Posted 1 Apr 15:27 BST WASZP UK Start of Seasons event at Datchet WASZP UK Start of Seasons event at Datchet A fleet of 42 boats arrived, many trying the new rudder for the first time A fleet of 42 boats descended on Datchet Water for the 2025 WASZP UK Start of Seasons - a great turnout for an early-season event and a promising sign for the fleet this year! by Ben Harris Posted 1 Apr 14:39 BST The Proving Ground The Proving Ground Why the Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS is such an important regatta The end of an Olympic quadrennial cycle often brings sailing campaigns to an end. Some partnerships in doublehanded classes split, with helm and crew going their separate ways, while others use the time to reflect on their future. by Mark Jardine Posted 1 Apr 13:30 BST 43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 50 entries 43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 50 entries 14 nationalities on the entry list Four months ahead of its 43rd edition, which will also host the ORC European Championship, the Copa del Rey MAPFRE already boasts 55 boats from 14 nationalities on its entry list. by Copa del Rey MAPFRE Posted 1 Apr 12:52 BST Erica Lush completes Solo Guy Cotten race Erica Lush completes Solo Guy Cotten race American sailor passes first qualifier for Solitaire du Figaro Rhode Island sailor Erica Lush completed her first qualifying race for the Solitaire du Figaro this week after competing in the Solo Guy Cotten Regatta. Lush completed the regatta's offshore course with a time of one day 22 hours. by Mark LeBeau Posted 1 Apr 09:11 BST National 12 class innovation in 2025 National 12 class innovation in 2025 2 more series races to be built into the program for Burton Week The National 12 class continues to innovate and grasp the challenges of the day. This is the mentality the class was founded on and this year, the class' 89th year. by George Finch Posted 1 Apr 07:20 BST Ground Breaking New RS100 Start Procedure Ground Breaking New RS100 Start Procedure Adopting downwind gate starts for this year's nationals The RS100 is a revolutionary boat that enjoys sparkling performance downwind. Like many assymetrics, the exhilaration of sailing downwind is tempered by the beat back to the windward mark. by RS100 Class Association Posted 1 Apr 07:00 BST Registration open for the BVI Sailing Festival Registration open for the BVI Sailing Festival Event host Nanny Cay and the BVISR Regatta Team are welcoming crews from 15 countries Event host Nanny Cay and the BVISR Regatta Team are welcoming crews from 15 countries, as well as local sailors from the BVI and other Caribbean islands, who are all looking forward to racing and having fun in the spectacular British Virgin Islands. by BVI Spring Regatta Posted 31 Mar 23:30 BST America's Cup NZ Govt declines to fund Auckland America's Cup NZ Govt declines to fund Auckland Emirates Team NZ have confirmed that NZ Government has refused funding for the 38th America's Cup. Emirates Team New Zealand has confirmed that MBIE and Central Government have decided not to back the 38th America's Cup hosting in Auckland. Naples and Athens tipped as venues by European media. by Emirates Team New Zealand Posted 31 Mar 22:41 BST Topper SW training and Traveller at Durleigh Topper SW training and Traveller at Durleigh Good to see growing confidence at the mid to rear of the fleet Mothers' Day, Sunday 30th March 2025, saw Durleigh welcome 14 Topper sailors to the first youth Open Meeting hosted by the club in a number of years. The recent amalgamation of Sailing Centre and Sailing Club has seen immediate growth. by Tamsin Hoult Posted 31 Mar 19:50 BST Stoneways VPRS National Championship preview Stoneways VPRS National Championship preview A packed weekend is planned at Royal Southern YC in July Now in its fifth year Stoneways Marine Insurance Services are delighted to be supporting VPRS once again in 2025, following a great year in 2024 with nearly 350 boats rated and 500 certificates issued. by Keith Lovett Posted 31 Mar 19:40 BST Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 1 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 1 The Bay of Palma's perfect start to the 2028 Olympic cycle The beautiful Bay of Palma ushered in the new Olympic sailing quadrennial with sparkling, near perfect conditions - sunshine and 16-18kts winds - as the Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels got under way for the 10 events. by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía Posted 31 Mar 19:14 BST The most important job in sailing The most important job in sailing How Nick Scott is delivering radical change to competitive sailing pathways in the UK I am putting forward that falls to Nick Scott and his team. Namely to secure its competitive future by addressing challenges and delivering radical change while bringing people on that journey with him. by Mark Jardine Posted 31 Mar 18:00 BST RS400 Southern Tour at Bristol Corinthian RS400 Southern Tour at Bristol Corinthian Are one-day events proving unpopular with travellers? A small turnout of only four RS400s received a warm welcome for the Southern Tour Event at Bristol Corinthian Yacht Club on Saturday 29 March, possibly a result of one day events not proving too popular with travellers. by Paul Smalley Posted 31 Mar 17:35 BST Exe SC awarded RYA Pathway Club Status Exe SC awarded RYA Pathway Club Status Providing high quality commitment to inspiring junior sailors to have fun The Exe Sailing Club, in Exmouth, has just been awarded British Sailing Pathway Club status by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA). It rewards the club's high quality commitment to inspiring junior sailors to have fun. by Mike Dixon Posted 31 Mar 17:02 BST Salcombe YC Spring Series race 4 Salcombe YC Spring Series race 4 Owning a Merlin, Solo and Salcombe Yawl is known locally as The Golden Triumvirate Teams were confronted with a briskly flooding tide and a solid but gusty 15 knot breeze on this fine day. Much like handicap racing across the UK, Salcombe relies on trusty club stalwarts for weekly handicap attendance. by Graham Cranford-Smith Posted 31 Mar 14:16 BST ILCA 4 UK National Open 2 at the WPNSA ILCA 4 UK National Open 2 at the WPNSA A competitive fleet of 49 ILCA4 sailors took to the water The second ILCA UK National Open event of the season took place at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) over the weekend of 22-23 March 2025. by Chloe Grayton & ILCA UK Posted 31 Mar 13:34 BST World Sailing launches new coaching scholarship World Sailing launches new coaching scholarship Each programme combines experiential learning on the water with in-person sessions World Sailing is celebrating the launch of the World Sailing Coaches Scholarship 2025-2028, a brand-new programme for Member National Authorities (MNAs) which targets coaches and instructors working in grassroots sailing through to national level. by World Sailing Posted 31 Mar 12:22 BST Clipper Round the World Race to return to Oban Clipper Round the World Race to return to Oban After tourism boosting debut visit last summer The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will be returning to Oban to "bring global focus on the area as a great place to visit and invest" as the West Coast town is announced as a port on the event's 2025-26 edition. by Clipper Race Posted 31 Mar 11:42 BST