Squadron Keelboat Program

About

Established in 2000, the Squadron Keelboat Program's mission is to develop a community of world-class keelboat sailors with the skills and knowledge to lead and support high-performance campaigns.

The program conducts annual training squads for sailors over 14 years of age, catering for participants new to keelboat racing and those targeting international competitions. Utilising RSYS's fleet of Elliott 7s keelboats, the program also hosts several world-class events including the Hardy Cup in February each year.

Junior Squad

Targeting sailors who have actively competed in dinghies for 3 - 5 years or previously participated in the Squadron Keelboat Program, the Junior Squad introduces participants to keelboat racing and develops their skills to an advanced level. Throughout the season, participants will have the opportunity to represent RSYS at a variety of events in both fleet and match racing disciplines. Participants typically spend up to three years in this squad.

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Senior Squad

The Senior Squad caters for high-performance sailors and previous SKP targeting international keelboat racing opportunities. During the program, participants will develop campaign racing skills and further enhance their fleet and match racing abilities. Participants will have the opportunity to represent RSYS at a variety of state to international events in fleet and match racing disciplines. Participants may also have the opportunity to compete in yacht racing events. Participants typically spend up to four years in this squad.

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Open Squad

2024/2024 program details to be announced.

The Open Squad is designed for keelboat sailors and SKP Senior Squad graduates who are interested in refining their racing and campaign skills. Applications for this squad are open to teams only and teams can ask to use one of RSYS's Elliott 7s or use their own keelboat (e.g. J/70, Etchells, Yngling, Dragon) at the training sessions.