SailGP showcases some of the world’s fastest and most skilled sailors, racing hydrofoiling catamarans at speeds exceeding 50 knots. What many may not know is that several top SailGP athletes have developed their skills in the ILCA class. In this article, we’ll explore how the ILCA’s foundation in boat handling, decision-making, and adaptability has played […]
As part of its commitment to a sustainable future, ILCA has introduced a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to evaluate and improve the sustainability of both its events and boat production. This initiative aims to drive long-term, meaningful change while preserving the class’s rich legacy and competitive sailing values. With over 227,000 boats built, ILCA remains
Dear ILCA 4 Youth sailors, We’re excited to inform you that applications are now open for the eighth EurILCA Solidarity Programme, to be held at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships in Puck, Poland. If you are interested in applying for the programme this year, please visit the Solidarity Programme’s webpage to review the
Applications are now open for the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy, which will be held in Puck, Poland, from 18-25 June 2025. The 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy is an entry allocation championship. Sailors wishing to participate must first complete an application form. You can
The 2025 EurILCA Master France wrapped up yesterday, marking the conclusion of the second regatta in the 2025 EurILCA Master Series. Held at the Club Nautique Saint-Raphaël, the event saw 60 sailors from 9 different countries participate. The event in Saint-Raphaël faced a challenging start, with the opening day on January 31st seeing no racing
We are pleased to announce that Club Vela Calella is taking bold steps to ensure that this year’s EurILCA Master Series Regatta in Spain is not only a thrilling sports competition but also an environmentally responsible one. With a strong commitment to sustainability and in alignment with EurILCA’s Sustainability Programme requirements, the club is preparing a
The 2025 EurILCA Europa Cup Trophy kicked off this weekend with the first regatta of the year in Bodrum, Turkey. Hosted by Bodrum Spor Yelken, the event welcomed 118 sailors from 10 European countries competing in the ILCA 4, ILCA 6, and ILCA 7 classes. Over four days of competition, all eight scheduled races were
The 2025 EurILCA Master Malta concluded yesterday, marking the end of the first regatta of the 2025 EurILCA Master Series. Hosted by the Royal Malta Yacht Club, the event featured 30 sailors from 14 countries. After three days of racing and seven races held under medium to strong wind conditions in both the ILCA 6
The 2024 EurILCA Europa Cup Trophy came to an exciting conclusion last week in Hvar, Croatia, wrapping up an exceptional season of racing. With 2,000 entries from 57 nations (36 of which are European), the championship set a new participation record, showcasing intense competition across the ILCA 4, ILCA 6, and ILCA 7 classes. After
The 2024 EurILCA Europa Cup Croatia concluded today after three days of competition in the ILCA 4, ILCA 6, and ILCA 7 classes. The event, hosted by JK Zvir, featured 62 sailors representing 10 countries competing on the water. Due to light wind conditions, only one race was held on Friday, with no races possible
