The Bay of Islands Yacht Club is excited to host the 2026 PredictWind New Zealand O'pen Skiff National Championship! This will be an epic event in an amazing location with a family friendly atmosphere. Parents will enjoy views of the race course directly from the club grounds and a great restaurant and bar to round out the experience!
The event will kick off with a training clinic & fun sail on Thursday, 9th Feb! The Nationals regatta will take place on 10th-12th April. Gold, Silver and Development fleets included. The Development fleet experience will be facilitated by a coach. The event will include Adventure Sailing and the perfect blend of fun and competition!
Don't miss the Friday night BBQ dinner (cook your own) - $20 per adult and kids pay their age (e.g.10 year old pays $10).
Burger & chips night on Saturday - SAILORS eat for FREEE, kids $10, Adults $15 (includes burger, chips and soft drink).
Charters will be available on a very limited basis. Please contact your local club to see if boats can be organized for allocation and transport first.
For additional information, please visit https://www.boiyc.org/open-skiff-nationals.
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Gold Fleet Closed
This fleet is for confident sailors who have competed in Silver Fleet in prior regattas.
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NZ$180.00Sept 22 - Apr 9
SIlver Fleet Closed
This fleet suits sailors that have completed learn to race training and have fundamental skills for racing including navigating race starts and standard race courses. Participation in Silver Fleet helps sailors develop their confidence and experience on their journey to Gold Fleet. Sailors that have reached the silver fleet podium in past regattas are encouraged to participate in Gold Fleet.
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NZ$180.00Sept 22 - Apr 9
Development Fleet Closed
The Development Fleet is for kids that don't have previous race experience and are still learning the basic fundamentals of sailing. This fleet offers a great opportunity to learn to race with an emphasis on fun!
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NZ$125.00Sept 22 - Apr 9
Contact information
- Event contact
- Peta Kell
- Phone
- 02041634074
