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2026 F18 Worlds Class Measurement Stickers & Certification

To compete at the 2026 F18 Worlds at Jervoise Bay Sailing Club (JBSC), every boat must be class legal and fully certified under the International Formula 18 Class Association (IF18CA) rules. This FAQ explains what class measurement stickers are, what is required for both newer and older F18s, and exactly what Australian sailors need to do before arriving at the Worlds.

Sat 06 Dec 2025

Registrations Now Open - 2026 Worlds in Australia

The world of high-performance sailing will turn its eyes to Western Australia in early 2026 as Jervoise Bay Sailing Club proudly hosts the Formula 18 Australian National Championship (24–26 January) followed by the Formula 18 World Championship (27 January – 3 February).

Thu 28 Aug 2025

2025 Worlds

At the 2025 F18 World Championship in Noordwijk, Netherlands, our sailors not only claimed the entire podium, but also secured all four top places, combined with podium performances in the Mixed and Youth categories.

Mon 28 Jul 2025

Euro Season Update

As the sails go up for the European summer season, we’re shifting focus to the action unfolding overseas – and the Aussies making their mark on the world stage. In this edition, we break down some key racing rule changes and celebrate our nine-strong Aussie squad heading to the 2025 Worlds in the Netherlands.

Tue 17 Jun 2025

Autumn Update

As the leaves turn and temperatures cool, it's time to reflect on an exciting summer of sailing, celebrate recent achievements, and look ahead to what's coming for the F18 class both at home and abroad. It’s been a jam-packed season, with its fair share of excitement across all states and one cannot forget the day the class came together and supported each other during the crazy weather at the Nationals.

Tue 17 Jun 2025

2025 National Regatta Recap

The 2025 F18 Nationals delivered a thrilling showcase of skill, resilience, and sportsmanship, featuring a wide range of conditions that tested sailors.

Tue 11 Feb 2025

Annual General Meeting 2025

The Association's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place after sailing on Friday 24th. In addition to the standard AGM agenda items, including elections and financial updates, we will be providing members with important updates on several key initiatives.

Tue 21 Jan 2025

Nationals Prize Bonanza

We’re excited to welcome you to a new year of sailing within the Australian Formula 18 Catamaran community. And what better way to start than with the 2025 Australian Formula 18 National Regatta, featuring a prize bonanza of over $4,000 generously provided by our incredible sponsors!

Tue 07 Jan 2025

Season 24/25 Sponsors.

The Australian Formula 18 Catamaran Association (AF18CA) would like to extend a big thank you to our generous sponsors for their support of the 2025 National Regatta

Fri 29 Nov 2024

Registrations OPEN for 2025 National Regatta!

We are thrilled to announce that registrations for the 2025 Australian F18 National Regatta are now open! This year, we have a warm-up regatta before the main event with the Victorian State Titles, promising a fantastic week of sailing and camaraderie among the fleet.

Fri 01 Nov 2024

2026 F18 Worlds: Coming Down Under

The AUSF18CA was invited by the IF18CA to present proposals for hosting the 2026 edition of the F18 Worlds during the recent regatta in Costa Brava, Spain. Read below for some exciting news!

Wed 21 Aug 2024

F18 Worlds 2024 - Costa Brava Spain

The 2024 F18 World Championships held in Costa Brava were nothing short of spectacular. With 131 boats participating, including 12 Australian teams, the competition was fierce, the conditions challenging, and the stakes high. Here’s a closer look at the highlights:

Sat 13 Jul 2024