The Yngling has been an ISAF (formerly IYRU) International Class since 1979. Strong and enthusiastic class associations exist in two-thirds of European countries, Australia, and North America. National and regional regattas are held throughout these areas, and the world championships are hosted around the world, from Denmark to Australia to the USA.
Approximately 4,000 Ynglings are sailing worldwide. The core of the fleet is a competitive but friendly group of long-time Yngling sailors. Additionally, Ynglings were commonly raced as training boats by Soling Olympians (and at least one America’s Cup skipper hopeful); now that the Yngling is itself an Olympic boat, top-caliber female sailors around the world are being welcomed to the class.
