New Zealand R Class

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Extreme performance, light weight, foiling, skiff style, development dinghy class. With over 75 years of history the R's are still developing and have been on hydrofoils since 2008. The R's in Canterbury are based at Naval Point Club in Lyttelton harbour.

75th Leander and sprint series results

Squadron Boats

The Canterbury R Class Squadron now has four boats available for people to sail. RaptR, Rabid and Acid Rock and L2 are in great working order. If you're interested in checking them out or taking one for a spin please apply here.

If you are wanting to sell your boat or are interested in getting into the class then please contact us .

Several top boats are in need of crew or skipper. We are also on the lookout for people to sail our squadron boats. If you're interested contact us .

Contact Us

If you require any more information on the R Class then don't hesitate to contact us. There are many experienced and knowledgeable R Class sailors who would be happy to talk to you.

If you want to have a go on an R Class to experience the thrill or you are looking to sail with someone for the season then get in touch.

If you already have a boat and you want to join the NZ R Class Squadron then fill out our form on the site and we will be in touch.