Class Rule Changes

World Sailing Class Associations are responsible for managing their Class Rules.

Class Rules are rules that specify the boat, the crew, the personnel and portable equipment, and any other equipment limited by the Class and their certifications and administrations. These rules also include changes to the Racing Rules of Sailing as permitted by RRS 86.1(c).

To download Class Rules of World Sailing Classes, please visit the relevant Class page or use the document search feature.

All classes, especially those applying for status, are encouraged to use the World Sailing Standard Class Rules template when writing their rules.

Standard Class Rules (SCR)

As part of the World Sailing initiative to improve and standardise Class Rules and certification for the sailor, the Standard Class Rule template and Equipment Rules of Sailing has been developed. Through a common format, individuals can find relevant sections of each class rules easily and effectively.

The Equipment Rules of Sailing are fundamental to the use of the standard template and shall be read in conjunction with the Standard Class Rules.

Standard Class Rules - Guide

Class Rules Changes

If a class wishes to make changes to their rules, they must follow the procedure as laid out in World Sailing Regulation 10.11. It is within the remit of the Equipment Rules Sub-Committee to establish and maintain the policies for the approval process of proposed class rule changes.

Class Rules Changes Procedure

Classes are invited to follow the Class Rules Changes Procedure, approved by the World Sailing Equipment Rules Sub-Committee, to request a Class Rule Change and ensure a timely and fair process.

The latest procedure and templates can be downloaded in the World Sailing Website.

Templates and Guidelines

Please use the following form to request a Class Rule Change.

Request Forms

Class Rules Interpretation

Class Rules Interpretation shall only clarify an existing class rule and shall not change the class rules.

If classes wish to make an interpretation of a rule, they must follow the procedure as laid out in World Sailing Regulation 10.12.

Class Rule Interpretations if not suspended usually remain valid for a maximum period of 2 years and can be downloaded in the World Sailing Website.

Please visit the Document section of each Class to find their latest Class Rules Interpretation.

Class Rules Interpretation applicable to all Classes can be downloaded below:

Generic Class Rules Interpretation