RHKYC ILCA Sharks Performance Racing Team 2026/27 Season Enrollment

RHKYC ILCA Sharks Performance Racing Team 2026/27 Season Enrollment

Deadline for enrolment is July 31st, 2026 at 1700hrs
Sharks ILCA Team is a youth program designed for experienced sailors who want to continue progressing in single-handed dinghy racing while enjoying the sport within a team environment. The program supports sailors competing across ILCA 4 and ILCA 6, providing a clear pathway for long-term development.

ILCA sailing is a single-handed class that emphasizes individual skill, tactical awareness, boat handling, and physical fitness. It is ideally suited for sailors in the 45–70 kg weight range, depending on rig size and progression stage.

Entry Requirements
- Ages 12+
- Commitment to training performance/attendance in the past season (if was in Sharks program).
- Performance in RHKYC Racing clinics.
- Resulst from non RHKYCclub regatta
- Pre-season trials (if required).
- All sailors in this team must be a cadet member.
Program Expectations
Training Commitments - consistent attendance at training is essential for sailors aiming to compete in the regattas.

Training schedule
- Saturdays and Sundays 0900-1630hrs
- Wednesdays 1600-1800hrs.
- Thursdays (Fitness) 1730-1830hrs.
Program Fees
Program fees cover all 2026/27 season ILCA training weekends and weekedays, as well as coaching and support during local and international events.
- Monthly fee 3,300 HKD - Club owned boat.
- Monthly fee 2970 HKD - Sailor owned boat.
Sailors Name

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth

YearMonthDay
4 digit year, 2 digit month, 2 digit dayDate
Age (as of Sep 1st, 2026)
Height (CM)
Weight (KG)
Are you an RHKYC Member?
RHKYC Membership Number
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: 00000000.
Sailor's Contact Email
example@example.com
Primary Parent's Name

First NameLast Name
Primary Parent Email
example@example.com
Primary Parent Phone Number
Secondary Parent's Name

First NameLast Name
Secondary Parent Phone Number
Secondary Parent Email
example@example.com
Summary of your racing/sailing experience [For applicants new to the Sharks only]
For applicants new to the Sharks, please upload copies of your sailing logs or course certificates.

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Indemnity/Declaration

To be filled out by Sailor's parent/guardian if the sailor is under 18yrs of age.
Medical: Please give details of any medical conditions /allergies / disabilities and also give details on medication that is taken by the sailor.
PVOL: Do you currently hold a Hong Kong Pleasure Vessel Operators License (PVOL) Grade 2? At times we may seek assistance for safety boat drivers for coaching activities. If you do have a PVOL you will be included when email requests for willing volunteers are sent out.
Promotion: I understand that participants in RHKYC Sail Training Activities grant to RHKYC, at no cost, the absolute right and permission in perpetuity to use their image and likeness in any media, including video footage, for the sole purposes of advertising, promoting, reporting and disseminating information regarding RHKYC activities.
Coaching Fees: Coaching fees are billed on a monthly basis at a flat rate. The monthly fee applies from September - May and during July/Aug where sailors are hopefully attending overseas regattas. Sailors using their own equipment will receive a 10% discount on this payment. Sailors withdrawing from the Sharks will need to notify the Middle Island Sailing and Marine Manager in writing and will cease to be billed in the calendar month following such notification. Coaching fees are billed through membership accounts or by cheque/credit card authorization form if membership application is in process - all Shark sailors must become RHKYC members if not already.
Indemnity: I declare that the applicant can swim for at least 50 meters and does not suffer from any illness that render him/her unfit for this activity. I agree that if the above student suffers damage, death or personal injury as a result of him/her participating in this RHKYC Sharks Racing Team I shall not hold the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club or employees liable for such damage, death or personal injury and I make this agreement in full knowledge of the risks inherent in these activities.
Sharks Training Policies: I understand that the Sharks Program is built on a team first ethos. If I (the sailor)/my child is unable to attend training sessions or regattas, I agree to notify coaches beforehand. I also agree that whilst organised Sharks training sessions or Sharks attended regattas (local or overseas) are ongoing, I/my child will commit to training/racing with the Sharks team and not independently or under a private coach. I agree to abide by the RHKYC bye-laws prohibiting the use of private coaches or instructors on site. I agree that any breaches of this policy may be grounds for expulsion from the Sharks.
Name Parent/Guardian (or sailor if over 18)
Signature of Parent/Guardian (or sailor if over 18)
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RHKYC ILCA Sharks Performance Racing Team 2026/27 Season Enrollment

Indemnity/Declaration