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The Alfred's has a long history of excellence in yachting. We were pioneers in the establishment of youth development keelboat programs and our commitment to training youth has resulted in the creation of some of the finest men and women sailors racing today. We have won National and International events and currently have Nicky Souter sitting 3rd and Katie Spithill 4th in the Worlds Women match racing rankings. Along with James Spithill, the current America's Cup winning skipper who completed his first Youth Development program at the club in 1995.
Youth Development 2009 Video
RPAYC Youth Representative Teams
Following the completion of the Youth Development Programs, the RPAYC Youth Selection Committee will select one or two teams (depending on numbers within the youth programs) to represent the club in the following youth Match Racing regattas;
·Bavaria Cup at CYCA Sydney
·Harken International Youth at RPAYC Sydney
·National Bank Cup at RNZYS Auckland
·CentrePort Cup at RPNYC Wellington
·Governors Cup at BYC Corona Del Mar USA*
* This event will be dependant on results and performance at previous regattas as to whether RPAYC will be sending its representative team.
Athletes and parents should be aware that continued training as well as some financial commitment is required when being selected in the RPAYC Youth Team. The International Yachting Fund while covering some of the cost of the team such as coaching support and entries, does not cover all the costs.
Should an athlete or parent require any further information about the selection criteria or potential events, please see the Selection Criteriadocument in the Entry Documentation section.
Video of Youth Development team trip to New Zealand in Feb 2010
