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RNZYS looking for next crop of top sailors

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The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron run a number of programmes and are calling for applications for both their youth training and performance programmes.

RNZYS YOUTH TRAINING PROGRAMME – APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Are you looking for an intensive sail training programme to take your keelboat skills to the next level and help propel you onto the world sailing stage? The RNZYS Youth Training Programme is for you. The YTP has long been regarded globally as a leader in youth training and is the country’s most comprehensive sailing training programme. The 11-month course, beginning in May, is structured to help athletes excel in all areas both on and off the water with an in-depth focus on advanced aspects of sailing.

Male and female sailors aged 15–21 are invited to apply by emailing Sara stucker@rnzys.org.nz or applying online here.

RNZYS PERFORMANCE PROGRAMME – APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Do you love foiling and dream of competing in the Extreme Sailing Series or Red Bull Youth America’s Cup? The RNZYS Performance Programme is for you.

Established last year by the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, five out of the first squad of 10 sailors were selected for the NZL Sailing Team Red Bull Youth America’s Cup team.

Training is three times per week on the RNZYS Nacra 20s with targeted events including the Extreme Sailing Series, World Match Racing Tour, under-25 match racing events and many national and international keelboat events.

Applications are now open for the final two spots for the upcoming season, which begins in May.

Email Sara stucker@rnzys.org.nz or Laurie ljury@rnzys.org.nz to apply.