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Different types of Sailing

World Sailing is the controlling authority of the sport of sailing in all its forms throughout the world. As such, World Sailing promotes the sport in all its branches and sanctions sailing events or activities.

Sailing is truly a lifetime sport and within the many different types of sailing and racing there is an opportunity suitable for any age, ability and fitness level.

View the various types of sailing here - sailing.org/new-to-sailing