The WASZP Games 2025, an international hydrofoiling sailing event, is set to be a major highlight on the sailing calendar, bringing together talent and fun at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy in the UK. Scheduled from July 19โ25, 2025, this highly anticipated event is expected to be the largest and most competitive in the WASZP class’s history, with a significant number of entries already confirmed.
Beyond the intense on-water racing, the Games are renowned for their inclusive and enjoyable atmosphere, fostering camaraderie through various social functions and open debriefs. The event not only showcases top-tier racing but also celebrates the broader WASZP culture, appealing to a wide range of participants across different age groups and skill levels.
In addition to the main WASZP Games 2025, the 2025 WASZP Pre-Games are currently underway in Weymouth, serving as a crucial preparatory event for the international hydrofoiling community. Starting on July 16, 2025, this event is more than just a warm-up; it’s considered a “snapshot of the class’s spirit: competitive, open, and thriving,” showcasing the dynamic nature of the WASZP class before the larger Games commence.
Further Insights from the WASZP Pre-Games:
- Preparatory Significance: The Pre-Games act as a vital tune-up and a significant event in its own right, allowing sailors to test their preparations and for the competition to begin intensifying.
- Participant Scale: With 131 boats entered from 18 countries, the Pre-Games itself is a substantial event, setting the stage for the full WASZP Games where 247 WASZPs are expected to assemble.
- Diverse Fleet: The event highlights the class’s inclusivity, featuring a diverse fleet across nationality, age, and ambition. Competitors range from 14 to over 50 years old, including youth making their international debut and seasoned Masters, embodying the “everyone’s invited” ethos.
- Notable Competitors: The Pre-Games attract top-ranked sailors such as Hippolyte Gruet (FRA), Frederico Bergamasco (ITA), Gavin Ball (USA), and Peter Cope (GBR). The strong female contingent includes Liv Hรคggstrรถm (SWE), Pearl Lattanzi (USA), and Maja Larsson-Bergqvist (SWE).
This preparatory event underscores the depth and global reach of the WASZP class, building excitement and momentum towards the main WASZP Games.
Key details about the WASZP Games 2025 include:
- Dates: July 19โ25, 2025
- Location: Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, United Kingdom
- Event Overview: Expected to be the largest and most competitive WASZP Games to date, emphasizing both high-level racing and a fun, inclusive community atmosphere with activities on and off the water.
- Divisions: The event caters to a diverse range of competitors with divisions including Men’s, Women’s, Youth (U21), Junior (U19), Master (30+), Super Master (50+), U14, U16, Core (21-29), and WASZP_X (a junior class with 5.8m sails). Sail sizes include 8.2m, 7.5m, 6.9m, and 5.8m.
- Special Races: Features a unique Marathon Race involving the entire fleet, a Women’s Sprint Championship, and a SailGP Qualifier.
- Entry Fee & Membership: The entry fee is GBP 450, and a WASZP International Class Membership 2025 is mandatory. Pre-games entry is open and capped at 150 boats.
- Support & Logistics: Sailingfast, the UK Agent, will provide on-site support, and “NEW” charter boats will be available for international participants.
- Participant Requirements: Competitors must ensure correct division, sail number, and rig choice are stated, and provide hull, sail, and tramp colors. Boats must comply with class rules, and national flags or letters are required (digital style numbers are prohibited).
- Trailer Import Recommendations: For those bringing boats on trailers from outside the UK, it is advisable to have a letter of consent from the boat owner, proof of insurance in the sailor’s name, proof of WASZP Games entry, and ideally proof of entry to a subsequent EU event to facilitate customs procedures.
Visit WASZP sailing class event page for more information at https://racehub.waszp.com/eventdetail/360
