Hansa Class World Championships

05/05/2026

Our venue for next year!

01/05/2026

12 months to go until the 2027 Hansa Class World Championships in Sciez, France. Read the media release on the official website via the link below.
https://hansaworlds.org/news/

07/04/2026

20/09/2025

Congratulations to all at RPAYC! Fantastic result for a great team! 🥂👏

We are pleased to announce the winner of the Club of the Year (Category A) for the 2025 NSW & ACT Sailing Awards! Congratulations to Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club - RPAYC

Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club has demonstrated significant commitment to growing sailing from grassroots to global success.

The club’s Discover Sailing Centre activities, off-the-beach and Youth Development training programs, and SheSails development pathway programs continue to flourish, driving significant growth in community participation and engagement.

Signature events such as the Pittwater Regatta, Harken International Youth Match Racing Championship, Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race, and other significant class championships, have strengthened the club’s position as a leader in hosting high level sailing events.

In March 2025, the club welcomed nearly 200 sailors from 18 nations, to compete in the International HANSA Class Association and Para Sailing World Championships. The event showcased complete inclusivity, with sailors of all abilities, including those with physical or intellectual disabilities, vision impairments or deafness, competing as equals. This event, combined with the clubs Alfreds Community Sailing program, highlight Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club’s leadership and dedication to promoting inclusive sailing.

28/08/2025

🏆 Huge congratulations to Xervier Doney, named Disabled Sportsperson of the Year at the Wellington Regional Sports Awards!

Over the past year, Xervier has trained to sail solo, won the NZ Ability Cup at the New Zealand Hansa national championships, and became a double Para Sailing World Champion at the Hansa Class World Championships in Australia 🌏⛵️

👏 A special shoutout to his parents and the Sailability Wellington crew for their incredible support!

Read more about Xervier's remarkable sailing journey 👉 https://www.yachtingnz.org.nz/news/triumphant-kiwi-teen-xervier-doney-wants-prove-it-can-be-done

23/08/2025

Our hosts for the 2025 Worlds are also nominated in the Club of the Year Award.

We are pleased to announce the Club of the Year (Category A) finalists for the 2025 NSW & ACT Sailing Awards! Congratulations to Lake Macquarie Yacht Club, Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club, and Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club!

Winners will be announced at the NSW & ACT Sailing Awards Presentation at St George Sailing Club on Saturday 20th September. Join us to celebrate all finalists by purchasing your ticket here: https://www.sailing.org.au/events/300159

Stay tuned on our NSW & ACT Facebook and Instagram channels over the next few days as we announce further finalists!

Lake Macquarie Yacht Club Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club - RPAYC

23/08/2025

Fantastic to see Julia Hornsby nominated for NSW Volunteer of the Year in.the Australian Sailing Awards. She played a pivotal role in making our event earlier this year such a success!

We are pleased to announce the finalists for the Volunteer of the Year award in the 2025 NSW & ACT Sailing Awards! Congratulations to Ben Howell, James Hunter, John Whitfield and Julia Hornsby for recognition as a finalist.

These individuals have had a profound impact on our community, demonstrating tireless commitment, enthusiasm, and loyal involvement.

We received an outstanding number of nominations in the Volunteer of the Year category this year, which reflects just how much the sailing community appreciates the support and dedication of volunteers around Australia!

Winners will be announced at the NSW & ACT Sailing Awards Presentation at St George Sailing Club on Saturday 20th September. Join us to celebrate all finalists by purchasing your ticket here: https://www.sailing.org.au/events/300159

Hunters Hill Sailing Club, Wallamatagul Land Making Waves Foundation Cruising Yacht Club Of Australia Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club - RPAYC

10/04/2025

The amazing couple behind our wonderful Championships ❤️

Living in Singapore at the time, he saw an opportunity to introduce more Asian people to the sport. But there was a problem – the boats being used for beginners, particularly the Optimist, were unstable, capsizable, and impractical for a region where many people were traditionally non-swimmers.

01/04/2025

We owe a MASSIVE thanks to the mighty team from Hansa Sailing for making our event possible. Prior to the regatta, they travelled thousands of kilometres, collecting charter boats for international sailors.While sailors and supporters are now making their way home, the Hansa Sailing team are still on site, packing up boats and returning them to their owners. Thanks to Chris, Jackie, Sabrina, Caro, Jeff, Tommy and Beppe for your work before, during and after the regatta. A huge thanks also to the various branches from Sailability NSW for making your boats available for charter.

30/03/2025