Radio and Free Sailing in the UK
The Model Yachting Association (MYA) is the representative body for Radio and Free sailing in the UK and has been delegated responsibility for the administration of Radio & Free Sailing within the UK. We are affiliated to, and recognised by, the Royal Yachting Association and the International Radio Sailing Association (IRSA) providing direct links to World Sailing and enabling us to have influence on the rules governing our sport.
Our sport has two main disciplines: Radio Sailing and Free Sailing. While both remain popular, Radio Sailing is the most commonly seen on local lakes and waters. Today’s yachts range from home-built boats, where owners enjoy the craft of building, to restored classics that preserve the sport’s history, and high-performance carbon-fibre and kevlar yachts raced competitively at local, national, and international levels.
Latest News & Updates
Notice of Race – IOM SWD Series 4 – 4th July 2026
Yeovil & District MBC are hosting the IOM South West District No.4 event on Saturday 4th July at their venue West Lake, Sutton Bingham Reservoir, Sutton Hill, Off A37 south of Yeovil. The NoR and entry form are available HERE.
Rob McIntosh Appointed as MYA IOM Class Captain
The Model Yachting Association (MYA) is pleased to announce that Rob McIntosh has been appointed as the new IOM Class Captain. While Rob may be a new name to some within the community, he brings with…
Notice of Race – Nylet RM Challenge Trophy GAMES 6 – Thursday 25th June 2026
Guildford and Littleton Radio sailing are hosting the Nylet RM Challenge Trophy GAMES 6 on Thursday 25th June. Buoyancy aids/lifejackets must be worn. Please check the NoR for full details. The NoR and online entry form…
Notice of Race – MYA Radio A Class National Championship – 1st/2nd August 2026
The Fleetwood Club is proud to be once again hosting the MYA “RA” Class National Championship, this year immediately following the Vane “A” Nationals. The NoR and online entry (payment required) are available HERE.
New Club in the Midlands District – Welcome Stewartby Water Sports Club Model Yacht Squadron
We are pleased to announce a new MYA Affiliated Club in the Midlands District. Stewartby Water Sports Club Model Yacht Squadron is based at Stewartby Lake, an old London Brickworks clay pit, in Bedfordshire. Members of…
The MYA is saddened to hear of the passing of Ian Vickers of New Zealand
Ian was one of the great figures of international radio sailing — a talented sailor, designer and builder, best known to many for the Vickers V-series IOM designs. Through Vickers RC Sailing, his boats became a…
MYA Vane A Class National Championship & Yachting Monthly Cup – 25th to 31st July 2026
Fleetwood Model Yacht & PBC have opened entry for the MYA Vane A Class National Championship & Yachting Monthly Cup. The Free sailing Championship (Vane A Week) starts with practice day on Sat 25th and racing…
M&S DF95 District Travellers 4 – Change of Date
The M&S District Travellers 4 due to take place on Thursday 4th June will now take place on Thursday 11th June. For those entered on the 4th, your entry remains valid for the 11th but if…
2026 MYA Scottish District IOM Travellers 2 – hosted by Paisley Model Yacht Club, Saturday 30th May 2026
Thirteen IOM skippers from across Scotland and south of the border assembled at Barshaw Park, Paisley for the second round of the 2026 MYA Scottish District’s IOM Travellers series. Eleven different designs were represented in several…
Notice of Race – DF65 EDCS1 – 28th June 2026
Coalhouse Fort RYC are pleased to announce entry is open for the ED CS1 on 28th June. The NoR and entry form are available HERE.
