APYC WinterSail 2026

WINTERSAIL COACHED YOUTH REGATTA

Welcome to Albert Park Yacht Club & WinterSail 2026

WinterSail is a friendly 3-day coaching clinic & racing regatta for green fleet to advanced junior and youth sailors, held on the sheltered waters of Albert Park Lake.

Albert Park Yacht Club are pleased to invite sailors up to 21 years old, who have graduated Tackers 2, to enter this iconic youth development event.

Our experienced professional team deliver personalised small group coaching. Refresh your skills and techniques for the coming season.

The programme includes 2-days coaching on Friday and Saturday: honing sailing skills, developing confidence and friendship building. Plus on Sunday a full day's coached racing and a prize giving.

Relaxed free light meals follow Friday and Saturday coaching; while presentations after Sunday racing recognise effort and results. Fresh food and drinks can be purchased throughout the regatta.

Family and friends are invited to relax in our warm club rooms, enjoy superb views from the deck, APYC hospitality and refreshments.

Full Year APYC & ASC Members can access discounted entry fees - from $1 per sailor.

We look forward to welcoming you to WinterSail and APYC!

Registration

Please BOOK online to secure your entry, as registrations may close early.

Event Entry Fees
Discounted Early Entry: Until 26 June
Single hander: $165
Double hander: $240

Discounted Entry for APYC & ASC Full Year Members: Closes Friday 3rd July
APYC: From $1
ASC: 20% Discount

Full Entry Fees: Closes Friday 3rd July
Single hander: $245
Double hander: $320

Highlights

- Friendly Coaching Regatta for green fleet to advanced sailors
- Professional coaches take your sailing to the next level
- Discounted Entry for APYC & ASC Full Year Members
- Free APYC Junior Winter Membership
- APYC boats for hire
- Giveaways, plus recognition for effort and results
- Free light meals for sailors with burgers Friday and sausages on Saturday

Free APYC Junior Winter Membership

Entry includes Junior Winter membership, with use of club facilities. APYC races and sails socially year round. Boats sailing over Winter can be stored for a fee.

Boats for Hire

Minnow (2)
Ozi-Opti (4)
ILCA 4 - Laser 4.7 (2)

Mirror (1)
O'pen Skiff (6)
International Optimist (2)

Pacer (6)
Sabre (3)

Hire Fees
Single handed boat: $75
Double handed boat: $120

Boat HIRE Contact
David Weston | 0429 040 063

Boat Drop Off

Thursday 10th July | 16:00 - 19:00
5 Aquatic Drive, Albert Park Lake, South Melbourne, VIC 3206
(Between Sea Scouts & The Boat Shed) | MAP

Drop Off Contact: Ray Wines | 0427 094 949

Parking

Friday parking is charged at $6.20 /hr (8 - 5pm). Saturday and Sunday are $6.20 /day.

Discounted Friday parking for entrants can be PURCHASED online.

Parking Contact: Ray Wines | 0427 094 949