Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to some possible questions about the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships and selection in Australia. These FAQs are designed to help sailors and families understand what’s involved at this early stage before the Selection Policy is published on 1 July 2025.
The 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships information and noticeboard is found here: https://worldsailingywc.org/competition/
2025 Youth Sailing World Championships – Regatta and Selection FAQs
Where and when is the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships (YSWC)?
The event will be held in Vilamoura, Portugal from 12–20 December 2025.
How much will it cost if selected?
This opportunity is 100% self-funded. Estimated costs are approximately AUD $10,000-$13,000 per person. The costs will include all travel, accommodation (12-20 December 2025) and additional before/after the championships, sustenance, entry fee, team uniform, coach fees and travel costs, insurance. (Further clarification on estimated cost will be published on 1st July 2025).
What classes are included in the selection regattas?
Full details will be confirmed in the Selection Policy. Australian Sailing are consulting with National Class Associations on event entry requests for the 2025 YSWC.
What are the proposed selection regattas?
Proposed selection events are listed below. These events are subject to change and final confirmation will be published in the Selection Policy.
Proposed Selection Events for 2025
| Class |
Selection Event |
Date |
Location |
| 29er (Open & Female) |
Youth Sail NSW |
4-6 October 2025 |
Toronto Amateur Sailing Club |
| Nacra 15 (Mixed) |
Youth Sail NSW |
4-6 October 2025 |
Toronto Amateur Sailing Club |
| 420 (Open & Female) |
Youth Sail SA |
27-28 September 2025 |
Adelaide Sailing Club |
| iQFOiL (Male & Female) |
Youth Sail NSW |
4-6 October 2025 |
Toronto Amateur Sailing Club |
| Kitefoil (Male & Female) |
Youth Sail QLD |
25-27 September 2025 |
Keppel Bay Sailing Club |
| ILCA 6 (Male & Female) |
Youth Sail NSW |
4-6 October 2025 |
Toronto Amateur Sailing Club |
When will the full Selection Policy be published?
1 July 2025.
Who selects the team members?
Selection will be made in accordance with the published Selection Policy by Australian Sailing.
Who will the team coaches and team leaders be?
Australian Sailing will appoint the team coach(es) and team leader. There will be a minimum of 1 coach and 1 team manager, and they will be of opposite sexes.
Can there be more than one team coach?
Yes. There could be up to a total of 6 team coaches (a coach can also be a team leader). Coaches are funded by the selected team increasing the per person self-funded costs.
Who selects the team coaches and team leaders?
Australian Sailing is responsible for selecting and appointing the team coach(es) and team leader.
Where can I find funding to support travel?
The Australian Sports Commission Local Sporting Champions program provides financial assistance for competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships. If successful, applicants will receive $500-$750 towards the cost of attending the championships. Click here for more information
Where do I stay updated on the selection for the Australian 2025 YSWC team?
Updates will be published on the Australian Sailing Youth website: sailingyouth.org.au
2026 Youth Sailing World Championship FAQs
When will information be available about the 2026 Youth Sailing World Championships Regatta and Selection in Australia?
Information about the 2026 YSWC Regatta and Selection will be shared after the 2025 Selection Policy is published on 1 July 2025. Planning for the 2026 policy will commence shortly after, with updates posted on the Australian Sailing Youth website.
