Welsh Youth Squads
Find out how to apply and which classes are supported below.
Training is run over a number of residential and non-residential weekends and tailored dates (for those classes with fewer boats). These Squads aim to boost sailors into GBR National Squads and support those already in Squads. Training is run by very experienced coaches who’s aims are to; develop a culture of excellence and personal responsibility, optimist equipment and partnerships, campaign and programme management.
Applications for Welsh Squad places will be open in August. Please ensure you have a read of the 2024-2025 Squad Selection Policy in the link at the bottom of the page.
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Age |
U18 |
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Days |
5-6 Weekends |
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Travel and Events |
Training takes place in North, South and West Wales. Sailors are encouraged to attend Welsh events, class ranking events, squad indicator events and International events. Sailors will be offered event support by RYA Cymru Wales coaches at Welsh and class ranking events. |
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Cost |
The RYA Cymru Wales Youth Squad programme is heavily subsidised by Sport Wales however, a contribution is required from sailors toward squad training and event support. |
Welsh National Sailing Team Selection Policy 2025/2026
Welsh National Sailing Team Squad Application 2025/2026 (closing date 15th September)
Welsh National Squad 2025/2026
Welsh National ILCA (4,6,7) Squad
| Date | Squad | Venue |
| 25-26th October 2025 | Welsh National ILCA Squad 1 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
| 29-30th November 2025 | Welsh National ILCA Squad 2 | Cardiff Bay YC |
| 10-11th Janary 2026 | Welsh National ILCA Squad 3 |
Neyland YC |
| 28th February - 1st March 2026 | Welsh National ILCA Squad 4 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
| 28-29th March 2026 |
Welsh National ILCA Squad 5 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
Welsh National 29er Squad
| Date | Squad | Venue |
| 18-19th October 2025 | Welsh National 29er Squad 1 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
| 22-23rd November 2025 | Welsh National 29er Squad 2 | Plas Heli
Plas Menai - residential |
| 31st Jan - 1st February 2026 | Welsh National 29er Squad 3 | Plas Heli |
| 28th Feb - 1st March 2026 | Welsh National 29er Squad 4 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
| 28-29th March 2026 | Welsh National 29er Squad 5 | Plas Heli |
Welsh National 420 Squad
| Date | Squad | Venue |
| 31-2nd November 2025 | Welsh National 420 Squad 1 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
| 10-11th Janaury 2026 |
Welsh National 420 Squad 2 |
Cardiff Bay YC |
| 28th Feb - 1st March 2026 | Welsh National 420 Squad 3 |
Plas Heli Plas Menai - residential |
| 21-22nd March 2026 | Welsh National 420 Squad 4 |
Cardiff Bay YC |
| TBC |
Welsh National 420 Squad 5 |
TBC |
Details of the different types of boats/boards sailed in Wales
Top Tips for parents looking for some advice to support your sailor from changing class, the performance pathway and who to contact if you have any Safeguarding concerns and much much more
A link to the Squad Sailor resource to help support your training and racing. Everything from physical resources to technical videos. You will also find links to the 'Squad Contracts' and 'Notice of Training'. Don't forget your login.....
Information on funding sources in Wales for Youth and Junior sailors and how to apply for RYA Cymru Wales Equipment Provision support
The Welsh Sailing Youth and Junior Academy is for sailors who have the potential to win medals at National and International Junior, Youth & Senior competition in time. The Academy is open for selection at various times but the main entry point will be in the Winter.