Our Purpose:
To grow sailing by leading, inspiring, and supporting sailors and their communities.
Australian Sailing is the governing body for the sport of Sailing in Australia. We are responsible for the administration, promotion and development of sailing. We are a member-based organisation that represent the interests and provides services & support to over 360 clubs across Australia as well as more than 160 accredited Discover Sailing Centres. Our Priorities are to work with Clubs to:
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23/08/2026
Thank you to our Discover Sailing Centre Principals for joining us today at Australian Sailing Training in Focus Live event. Professional development day for our South Australian Instructors🙌
Venue: Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia
22/08/2026
2026 ZHIK YOUTH SAIL SA⛵Brighton & Seacliff Yacht Club
Youth Championships - 26 – 27 September
đź’šIncluding Green Fleet Clinic with Brett Yardley
Youth Clinic - 29 - 29 September
👉 Head to our website for event details and start to meet the coaches:
https://www.sailingyouth.org.au/youth-sail-sa
International Cadet Class Association of South Australia
International Optimist Dinghy Association of South Australia
SA 420 Association
ILCA South Australia
10/08/2026
What does the future of sailing look like? Clubs across Australia came together to share ideas on how to strengthen the future of our sport. Follow the link to discover the key takeaways from the 2026 Summits.
Stronger Together: Key Insights from the 2026 Australian Sailing Summits Australian Sailing's 2026 Sailing Summits reinforced a clear national direction for the sport
10/08/2026
There's just two weeks left to apply for the Women, Girls and Youth Officials' Mentor Program.
If you're looking to grow your confidence, develop your officiating skills and learn from experienced National and International officials, now is the time to apply.
Successful mentees will receive:
• One-on-one mentoring
• Access to a supportive network of officials
• A $250 travel credit to attend an event with their mentor
The program is open to:
âś… Women officials of any age
âś… Officials of any gender aged 35 and under
đź“… Expressions of Interest close Sunday 24 August 2026.
👉 Apply now: https://www.shesails.org.au/news/now-open-women-girls-and-youth-officials-mentor-program-20262027
This initiative is supported through Sail Our Way and funded by a grant from the Victorian Government.
09/08/2026
07/08/2026
✨Are your club facilities in need of an upgrade?
đź’°Eligible organisations can now apply for their share in $5.9 million through the 2026-27 Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Program (CRSFP).
Grants are on offer to support the development of sustainable, inclusive and fit-for-purpose recreation and sport facilities that meet the current and future needs of South Australian communities.
🏡 From upgrading local clubrooms to creating more accessible and welcoming spaces, this funding helps communities build places where people can be active, connect and thrive.
🆕 New for 2026-27, a streamlined two-stage application process starts with a Registration of Interest (ROI), reducing the administrative burden for applicants before progressing to a Full Application.
To find out more and apply today 👉https://bit.ly/4g1MBUf
07/08/2026
Concussion and Head Protection in Sailing There is a risk of concussion in sailing, competitors and race officials are reminded to remain vigilant.
06/08/2026
SA Club Update - August 2026
The latest news and updates from Australian Sailing's SA
General Manager - Kylie Baker
⛵ Regional Advisory Committee
🏆 2026 SA Sailing Awards and Celebration
⛵ Upcoming Events
⛵ Discover Sailing Days
To read the August update click the link below 👇
https://www.sailing.org.au/news/general-manager-sa-update-august-2026