The Cadet dinghy is not only active in the UK, it is also sailed worldwide in 18 countries over 4 continents. A selected country will host the Cadet World Championships each year and a European Championships every 3 years, where hundreds of sailors from many nations will compete for the grand trophies. These World Championships have taken place in countries such as Australia, Argentina, India and various European countries. The International rules and regulations of the class are run by the International Cadet Class (ICC), www.cadetclass.org. The UKNCCA selects the top 7 boats determined by a series of National Indicator events to represent and compete for GBR at the World Championships. Non-selected GBR boats may attend and compete in the Promotional Fleet Championships. The generous financial assistance provided by the RYA, enables sailors to receive high level coaching support during the event to help them acheive their goals. Not only does this experience provide the opportunity to compete in some great racing, it also provides a chance to make long term friendships with sailors from other nations whilst travelling the world and experiencing new cultures.
Past and Upcoming World Championships:
Prior to 1967, the principal competition was International Cadet Week, which was held in Burnham from 1950 to 1964, before moving to Plymouth for 1965 and 1966. In 1967, International Cadet Week was held in Montreal, Canada as part of “Expo ’67” and become the first Cadet World Championship event. For a list of all previous Cadet World Champions dating back to 1950, click here. Links to reports on recent World and European championships can be found on the ICCA website by clicking here.
2010 - This years World Championships will be held in Puck, Poland from 24th to 31st July and the event details can be found at www.cadet-2010.pl. The UKNCCA have produced an Information Pack covering travel and accomodation. This can be viewed in the Members Area under the heading Class Communications.
2011 - World Championships will be held in Germany - Kuehlungsborn in July: www.cadet2011.org
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