Rules

Rules

The Racing Rules of Sailing provide the framework for fair, safe and consistent competition across sailboat, sailboard and kiteboard racing. Whether you are a competitor, race official or part of a race management team, understanding the rules is essential to participating in and delivering successful racing.

Explore the current Racing Rules of Sailing, learn about changes to the rules, and access resources, interpretations and guidance to support their application at all levels of the sport.



Racing Rules of Sailing

Access the current Racing Rules of Sailing, Australian Sailing prescriptions and resources explaining changes to the rules.

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Protest Appeals

Explore protest appeal procedures, Appeal Decisions and guidance on how racing rules are interpreted and applied.

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Jury Applications

Find jury application forms, requirements and guidance for establishing a jury committee for an event.

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Rules Specialist Group (RSG) Opinions

Find RS Opinions and interpretations to clarify the application of Racing Rules in specific situations.

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Disciplinary Misconduct

Find out more about disciplinary procedures, misconduct policies and processes for addressing rule breaches.

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Officials Resources

Find useful resources designed to assist accredited Australian Sailing Officials to confidently perform their duties. 

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World Sailing Race Officials Resources

Access World Sailing resources and FAQs to support race officials in applying international racing rules.

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Test & Development Rules

Explore the outcome of experimental rules and development initiatives designed to test new approaches and improve racing.

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Racing Rules News

Stay up to date with the latest racing rules news, updates, interpretations and announcements from Australian Sailing.

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