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Over 80 A Class catamarans from across the globe will converge on Auckland late next year for the A Class world championships, set to take place at the Milford Cruising Club from November 8-16, 2025.
Preparations begin with the New Zealand national A Class and Tornado championships at the club from February 20-23, 2025 with a pre-worlds regatta planned for November 8 and 9.
The world championships feature two divisions: a foiling open and non-foiling classic, offering equal racing opportunities for modern and traditional designs. Races will span six days, with two races per day in each division.
Milford Cruising Club, with its extensive facilities and prime location by the Hauraki Gulf, will host the event in partnership with the New Zealand Multihull Yacht Club.
"The host clubs are a mix of 100 years of history of boating through the Milford Cruising Club, who have hosted several sailing events including world championships, and the NZMYC who host annual events like the Harbour Classic and the Coastal Classic," said Milford Cruising Club Commodore Andrew Robertson.
"Milford Cruising Club offers an ideal venue with a large open reserve to host the 80-plus boats, and excellent clubhouse facilities. Milford Beach is long and allows several boats to launch at the same time into the Hauraki Gulf, so getting to and from the race area will be efficient. It is also within close proximity to the Milford business and retail centre which has a large number of fantastic bars, cafes and shops."
Organisers are seeking volunteers and sponsors to support the event. Those interested can contact the Milford Cruising Club via email at manager@milfordcruising.co.nz or visit their website.
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