Youth Sail NSW

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Zhik Youth Sail NSW is one of Australia's premier youth regattas, bringing together Junior and Youth sailors from across New South Wales and Australia, for a week of training and development and championship racing. Zhik Youth Sail NSW is focused on growing participation in Junior and Youth classes, developing the skills of sailors, fostering social connection, and building friendship and community among our youth community. The regatta is open to sailors under 23 years of age sailing in youth classes. 

Held on the beautiful waters of Lake Macquarie, Zhik Youth Sail NSW comprises a three-day Coaching Clinic, led by some of the state's most experienced and qualified Youth Sailing Coaches, followed by a further three days of Championship racing. The popular Green Fleet training program will also return in 2026, led by a team of enthusiastic coaches!

Coaching Clinic

Wednesday 30 September to Friday 2 October 2026

The first three days of Zhik Youth Sail NSW will be a Coaching Clinic for sailors to develop their skills and learn from the states most experienced and qualified youth Sailing Coaches. Throughout the Coaching Clinic, there will be a mix of on-water training sessions, on-shore briefing and de-brief sessions with coaches, and a special guest speaker event for sailors and families to attend. Australian Sailing Performance Pathway coaches will be supporting and mentoring the coaches during the clinic, as well as observing sailors throughout the event. 

Meet the coaches

Olympian Guest Speaker: Rhiannon Brown Thursday 1 October 2026 On Thursday 1st October after sailing, Paris 2024 Olympic Sailor, Rhiannan Brown, will share her personal sailing story and her experiences competing at the highest level. You can read more about Rhiannon HERE. We will also hear from Emma Webb and Sam Dalton, who represented Australia at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships in the Nacra 15.

Green Fleet Program

Saturday 3 to Monday 5 October 2026

The Green fleet program is targeted towards sailors who have completed Tackers 3, or equivalent learn to sail programs, and who are starting to learn to race. The focus of the program is on having fun, meeting new friends, and learning new skills as an introduction to racing. There will be a mix of coaching sessions, practice racing, and fun activities on and off the water! The program is open to sailors with an Optimist, Sabot or Open Skiff. There is no official racing or results published for the Green Fleet, every sailor will recieve a certificate of completion.

NSW Youth Championship

Saturday 3 to Monday 5 October 2026

The NSW Youth Championship is one of the largest youth racing events in Australia. Delivered with the support of Clubs and Class Associations, this event kicks off the new sailing season, offering high-quality racing for youth classes. This event is supported by a dedicated team of Race Officials and Volunteers, ensuring the event is strongly focused on fair sailing, safety, development and sportsmanship.

The NSW Youth Championships provides an ideal opportunity for young sailors to test their skills, prepare for national competition, and celebrate youth sailing in New South Wales. Prize winners will receive generous gift vouchers from major event sponsor Zhik.

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