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Yachting New Zealand’s pioneering schools education framework, RŪNĀ, is charting new international waters, with its first overseas implementation planned at Colegio Puerto Varas, an English-Spanish bilingual school in Chile’s scenic Lake District. 

Choosing when to move into a new class can feel like a big decision for sailors and parents. There are many factors to weigh — age, growth, motivation, friendships, fleet size, budget, and future goals. 

Lukas Walton-Keim remains the leading New Zealander after another demanding day at the Formula Wing World Championships in Portugal, as light and unstable winds created a major contrast to the heavy conditions that tested the fleet on opening day.

New Zealand skiff pairing Seb Menzies and George Lee Rush have started their new international season much like they finished the last — at the front of the fleet — after an impressive opening day at the 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 World Championships in Quiberon, France.

With clubs across the country heading into the quieter winter months, Yachting New Zealand has confirmed an extensive programme of coaching and race official development opportunities aimed at helping volunteers, coaches and officials upskill ahead of the next sailing season.

The future of windfoiling in New Zealand is looking bright, with Yachting New Zealand and Windfoil New Zealand deepening their collaboration to develop the next wave of talent.

Our NZCT regional development managers bring you the latest from around the country, including the latest in Yachting New Zealand's membership and affiliation review.

Yachting New Zealand and Hospitality New Zealand have today announced a 12-month pilot programme, marking a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the grassroots sport and hospitality sectors in Aotearoa.

New Zealand’s Lukas Walton-Keim has opened his 2026 Formula Kite World Championships campaign with a strong first day in Portugal, sitting 19th overall after the opening races in Viana do Castelo.